
Cheap 2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Downtown San Rafael Neighborhood of San Rafael, CA from $2,600 (35 Rentals)


1 H St

One55 Lofts

West End Villas

Lone Palm Court Apartments

111 Laurel Pl

Pristine Duplex in San Rafael, CA

310 Bayview St
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12 Laurel Pl

531 D St

209 1st St

147 Ross St

1712 5th Ave

104 F St

17 Hillcrest Dr

32-34 Warner Ct
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417 1st St

Six Laurel Place

424-426 Woodland Ave

1841 Second St

3 Jessup St

101 H St

124 Ross St

114 Laurel Pl
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105-109 Ross St

1358 Lincoln Ave

27 Stevens Pl

Rafael Town Center Apartments

Laurel Place Apartments

El Rey Apartments

1130 Mission Ave

1350 Lincoln Ave
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D Street Apartments

118 Ross St

Bayo Vista Apartments
Downtown San Rafael, San Rafael, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown San Rafael?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown San Rafael Studio Apartments | $1,992 | $1,795 | $2,204 |
| Downtown San Rafael 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,809 | $1,995 | $3,900 |
Downtown San Rafael 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,757 | $2,600 | $5,675 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown San Rafael Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown San Rafael?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown San Rafael is Lone Palm Court Apartments which is listed at $2,600, while the average apartment in Downtown San Rafael costs $3,575.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown San Rafael?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 5 regular apartments in Downtown San Rafael that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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