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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Fairhills Neighborhood of San Rafael, CA from $1,200 (13 Rentals)
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215 Bayview Apartments
215 Bayview StSan Rafael, CA 94901
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The Meridian
400 Canal StSan Rafael, CA 94901
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Sommerhill Townhouses
30 Novato StSan Rafael, CA 94901
1821 Lincoln Ave
San RafaelCA94901
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Fairhills, San Rafael, CA Local Guide
Aerial view of the Canal Area in San Rafael, California, USA by Robert Campbell, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is licensed under Internal
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Fairhills?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fairhills Studio Apartments | $2,066 | $1,950 | $2,200 |
| Fairhills 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,581 | $2,200 | $3,900 |
| Fairhills 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,454 | $1,250 | $5,795 |
| Fairhills 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,875 | $3,386 | $4,300 |
| Fairhills 4 Bedroom Apartments | $7,337 | $5,900 | $9,000 |
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Cheapest Available Fairhills Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Fairhills area of San Francisco, CA is a Studio unit found at 215 Bayview Apartments priced from $1,950. Sommerhill Townhouses has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,200. Here are the most affordable Fairhills apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 215 Bayview Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,950 |
| Sommerhill Townhouses | 1 bd | 1BR,1BA | $2,200 |
| Park Hill | 1X1AR | Studio,1BA | $2,395 |
| Terra Linda Manor | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,460 |
| One55 Lofts | One Bedroom Loft | 1BR,1BA | $2,496 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Fairhills, CA
As of July 07, 2025 the best value apartment in the Fairhills area is the $0.57 price per square foot 806 E St Model at 806 E St, Unit A in the in the West End San Rafael neighborhood starting from $1,250. The second greatest value Fairhills apartment is the 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom with Den Model at 33 North Apartments starting at $4,095 with a $2.02 price per square foot in the Black Canyon neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Fairhills apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 806 E St, Unit A | 806 E St | 2BR,2BA | $0.57 |
| 33 North Apartments | 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom with Den | 2BR,2BA | $2.02 |
| Prospect Hill Apartments | 2 bedroom 2 bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.64 |
| Bella Vista (06/25) | Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $3.21 |
| Lone Palm Court Apartments | Two bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.74 |
| Marinian Towers Apartments | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $2.92 |
| One55 Lofts | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $3.28 |
| Terra Linda Manor | 2 bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $3.92 |
| The Oaktops Apartments | 251 | 1BR,1BA | $3.52 |
| Sommerhill Townhouses | 1 bd | 1BR,1BA | $3.26 |
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Among neighborhoods in San Rafael, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
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4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Fairhills, San Rafael, CA
Sun Valley Elementary
San Rafael City Elementary School District
Public School - Grades K-5 (473)
7 out of 10
James B. Davidson Middle
San Rafael City Elementary School District
Public School - Grades 6-8 (1063)
6 out of 10
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Lifestyle Ratings
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Getting Around the Fairhills Neighborhood in San Rafael, CA
Walk Score®
63 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
41 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
40 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Fairhills Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Fairhills?
The cheapest apartment in Fairhills is Sommerhill Townhouses which is listed at $2,200, while the average apartment in Fairhills costs $7,225.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Fairhills?
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 6 regular apartments in Fairhills that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Fairhills?
Cheap apartments in Fairhills have an average cost of $396 which is $6,829 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Fairhills.
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