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Prospect Hill Apartments
1867 Lincoln AveSan Rafael, CA 94901
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815 B StSan Rafael, CA 94901
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33 San Pablo AveSan Rafael, CA 94903
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155 Andersen DrSan Rafael, CA 94901
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Lone Palm Court Apartments
840 C StSan Rafael, CA 94901
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111 Laurel Pl
111 Laurel PlSan Rafael, CA 94901
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Hammondale
5 Hammondale CtSan Rafael, CA 94901
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1012 Irwin StSan Rafael, CA 94901
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1220 Irwin StSan Rafael, CA 94901
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1704 Lincoln Ave
1704 Lincoln AveSan Rafael, CA 94901
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22 N San Pablo Ave
22 N San Pablo AveSan Rafael, CA 94903
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31 Valencia Ave
31 Valencia AveSan Rafael, CA 94901
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12 Laurel Pl
12 Laurel PlSan Rafael, CA 94901
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24-28 La Vista Way
24-28 La Vista WaySan Rafael, CA 94901
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420 Belle Ave
420 Belle AveSan Rafael, CA 94901
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17 Hillcrest Dr
17 Hillcrest DrSan Rafael, CA 94901
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415 Mission Ave
415 Mission AveSan Rafael, CA 94901
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2-2A Prospect Dr
2-2A Prospect DrSan Rafael, CA 94901
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1424 Lincoln Ave
1424 Lincoln AveSan Rafael, CA 94901
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210 Mission Ave
210 Mission AveSan Rafael, CA 94901
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280-282 Linden Ln
280-282 Linden LnSan Rafael, CA 94901
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166 Park St
166 Park StSan Rafael, CA 94901
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1516 Lincoln Ave
1516 Lincoln AveSan Rafael, CA 94901
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260-264 278 Union St
260-264 278 Union StSan Rafael, CA 94901
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Six Laurel Place
6 Laurel PlSan Rafael, CA 94901
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239-241 Glen Park Ave
239-241 Glen Park AveSan Rafael, CA 94901
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1223 Grand Ave
1223 Grand AveSan Rafael, CA 94901
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182 Mission Ave
182 Mission AveSan Rafael, CA 94901
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128-130 Belle Ave
128-130 Belle AveSan Rafael, CA 94901
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4-Unit Multifamily & Development Site
1533 Lincoln AveSan Rafael, CA 94901
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417 Mission Ave
417 Mission AveSan Rafael, CA 94901
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124 Park St
124 Park StSan Rafael, CA 94901
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Acorn
1410-1414 Lincoln AveSan Rafael, CA 94901
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1446 Lincoln Ave
1446 Lincoln AveSan Rafael, CA 94901
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1736 Grand Ave
1736 Grand AveSan Rafael, CA 94901
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190 Park St
190 Park StSan Rafael, CA 94901
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808 A St
808 A StSan Rafael, CA 94901
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39 Pacheco St
39 Pacheco StSan Rafael, CA 94901
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239-243 Union St
239-243 Union StSan Rafael, CA 94901
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245 Union St
245 Union StSan Rafael, CA 94901
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143 Park St
143 Park StSan Rafael, CA 94901
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114 Laurel Pl
114 Laurel PlSan Rafael, CA 94901
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49-51 Valencia Ave
49-51 Valencia AveSan Rafael, CA 94901
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918 Mission Ave
918 Mission AveSan Rafael, CA 94901
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215-217 Union St
215-217 Union StSan Rafael, CA 94901
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39 Mary St
39 Mary StSan Rafael, CA 94901
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253 Union St
253 Union StSan Rafael, CA 94901
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1454 Lincoln Ave
1454 Lincoln AveSan Rafael, CA 94901
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37 Pacheco St
37 Pacheco StSan Rafael, CA 94901
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27 Stevens Pl
27 Stevens PlSan Rafael, CA 94901
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East San Rafael, San Rafael, CA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in East San Rafael?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| East San Rafael Studio Apartments | $1,997 | $1,795 | $2,151 |
| East San Rafael 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,597 | $1,662 | $3,900 |
| East San Rafael 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,425 | $2,600 | $4,492 |
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Cheapest Available East San Rafael Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the East San Rafael area of San Francisco, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Clock Tower Apartments priced from $1,995. One55 Lofts has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,027. Here are the most affordable East San Rafael apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clock Tower Apartments | 1 Br 1 Ba | 1BR,1BA | $1,995 |
| One55 Lofts | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,027 |
| Park Hill | 1X1AR | Studio,1BA | $2,195 |
| Lone Palm Court Apartments | Two bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2,600 |
| Second & B Street | Clay Model | 1BR,1BA | $2,999 |
| Rafael Town Center Apartments | 2 Bedroom 2A | 2BR,2BA | $3,446 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East San Rafael, CA
As of February 02, 2026 the best value apartment in the East San Rafael area is the $2.64 price per square foot 2 bedroom 2 bath Model at Prospect Hill Apartments in the in the Black Canyon neighborhood starting from $2,900. The second greatest value East San Rafael apartment is the Two bedroom Model at Lone Palm Court Apartments starting at $2,600 with a $2.74 price per square foot in the East San Rafael neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East San Rafael apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prospect Hill Apartments | 2 bedroom 2 bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.64 |
| Lone Palm Court Apartments | Two bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.74 |
| Clock Tower Apartments | 1 Br 1 Ba | 1BR,1BA | $2.85 |
| Second & B Street | Clay Plus Model | 1BR,1BA | $4.86 |
| One55 Lofts | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $4.19 |
| Park Hill | 1x1A | 1BR,1BA | $5.06 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East San Rafael Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in East San Rafael?
The cheapest apartment in East San Rafael is Clock Tower Apartments which is listed at $1,995, while the average apartment in East San Rafael costs $3,293.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in East 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 East San Rafael that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
Expert Rental Resources
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