
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East San Rafael Neighborhood of San Rafael, CA from $1,700 (66 Rentals)
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Lone Palm Court Apartments

One55 Lofts

111 Laurel Pl

Hammondale

1012 Irwin

Dominic Garden Apartments

1704 Lincoln Ave
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22 N San Pablo Ave

31 Valencia Ave

12 Laurel Pl

24-28 La Vista Way

420 Belle Ave

17 Hillcrest Dr

415 Mission Ave

2-2A Prospect Dr

1424 Lincoln Ave

210 Mission Ave
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280-282 Linden Ln

166 Park St

1516 Lincoln Ave

260-264 278 Union St

Six Laurel Place

239-241 Glen Park Ave

1223 Grand Ave

182 Mission Ave

128-130 Belle Ave

4-Multifamily & Development Site
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417 Mission Ave

124 Park St

Acorn

1446 Lincoln Ave

1736 Grand Ave

190 Park St

808 A St

39 Pacheco St

245 Union St

143 Park St
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239-243 Union St

114 Laurel Pl

49-51 Valencia Ave

918 Mission Ave

215-217 Union St

39 Mary St

253 Union St

1454 Lincoln Ave

37 Pacheco St

27 Stevens Pl
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East San Rafael, San Rafael, CA Local Guide

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 | $2,603 | $2,600 | $2,606 |
| East San Rafael 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,521 | $2,197 | $2,905 |
| East San Rafael 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,399 | $2,795 | $4,995 |
| East San Rafael 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,595 | $3,595 | $3,595 |
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There are currently 66 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the East San Rafael Neighborhood of San Rafael, CA.
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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 Studio unit found at Park Hill priced from $2,375. One55 Lofts has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,398. Here are the most affordable East San Rafael apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park Hill | 1X1AR | Studio,1BA | $2,375 |
| One55 Lofts | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,398 |
| Lone Palm Court Apartments | One bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,500 |
| Marin Properties | San Pablo 2 Bed 2 Bath 1st Upgraded | 2BR,2BA | $2,795 |
| Prospect Hill Apartments | 2 bedroom 2 bath | 2BR,2BA | $2,900 |
| 33 North Apartments | 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom with Den | 2BR,2BA | $4,995 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East San Rafael, CA
As of August 18, 2026 the best value apartment in the East San Rafael area is the $2.46 price per square foot 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom with Den Model at 33 North Apartments in the in the Black Canyon neighborhood starting from $4,995. The second greatest value East San Rafael apartment is the 2 bedroom 2 bath Model at Prospect Hill Apartments starting at $3,000 with a $2.73 price per square foot in the Black Canyon 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 33 North Apartments | 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom with Den | 2BR,2BA | $2.46 |
| Prospect Hill Apartments | 2 bedroom 2 bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.73 |
| 1441 Lincoln Ave, Unit Unit C | 1441 Lincoln Ave | 1BR,1BA | $3.48 |
| Marin Properties | D Street 2 Bed 2 Bath 2nd Upgraded | 2BR,2BA | $4.69 |
| Lone Palm Court Apartments | One bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.97 |
| 1011 2nd St, Unit Studio- Utilities Paid | 1011 2nd St | Studio ,1BA | $4.56 |
| One55 Lofts | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $5.34 |
| Park Hill | 1X1AR | Studio ,1BA | $5.40 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East San Rafael Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom East San Rafael Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom East San Rafael Apartment is $2,398 at One55 Lofts.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom East San Rafael Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in East San Rafael is starting from $2,795 at Marin Properties.
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