
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Francisco Boulevard West Neighborhood of San Rafael, CA from $1,600 (10 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Francisco Boulevard West area of San Rafael.


215 Bayview Apartments

One55 Lofts
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Francisco Boulevard West, San Rafael, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Francisco Boulevard West?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Francisco Boulevard West Studio Apartments | $2,357 | $1,850 | $3,162 |
| Francisco Boulevard West 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,072 | $1,612 | $3,900 |
| Francisco Boulevard West 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,745 | $2,600 | $5,540 |
| Francisco Boulevard West 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,730 | $4,399 | $5,280 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 10 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Francisco Boulevard West Neighborhood of San Rafael, CA.
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Cheapest Available Francisco Boulevard West Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Francisco Boulevard West area of San Francisco, CA is a Studio unit found at 1 H St priced from $1,895. 215 Bayview Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,950. Here are the most affordable Francisco Boulevard West apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 H St | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,895 |
| 215 Bayview Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,950 |
| One55 Lofts | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,124 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Francisco Boulevard West, CA
As of November 06, 2025 the best value apartment in the Francisco Boulevard West area is the $2.79 price per square foot 18 Walnut Ave Model at 18 Walnut Ave, Unit 18 in the in the Northwest Larkspur neighborhood starting from $3,900. The second greatest value Francisco Boulevard West apartment is the 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom with Den Model at 33 North Apartments starting at $3,390 with a $2.94 price per square foot in the Black Canyon neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Francisco Boulevard West apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Walnut Ave, Unit 18 | 18 Walnut Ave | 3BR,2BA | $2.79 |
| 33 North Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom with Den | 1BR,1BA | $2.94 |
| 523 B St, Unit 3 | 523 B St | 3BR,2BA | $3.96 |
| Prospect Hill Apartments | 2 bedroom 2 bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.64 |
| 55 Marine Dr, Unit B | 55 Marine Dr | 1BR,1BA | $3.25 |
| Lone Palm Court Apartments | Two bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.74 |
| Franciscan Manor | Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $3.30 |
| 1 H St | 1 bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $3.59 |
| West End Villas | Plan 8 | 2BR,1BA | $4.13 |
| 1611 Lincoln Ave, Unit Unit# 2 | 1611 Lincoln Ave | Studio ,1BA | $3.70 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleFrancisco Boulevard West, San Rafael, CA
Ranked #6
Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Francisco Boulevard West, San Rafael, CA
Laurel Dell Elementary
James B. Davidson Middle
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Getting Around the Francisco Boulevard West Neighborhood in San Rafael, CA
Walk Score®
80 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
67 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
51 / 100
Good Transit
Many 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 Francisco Boulevard West Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Francisco Boulevard West?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Francisco Boulevard West is under $2,900.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Francisco Boulevard West?
The cheapest apartment in Francisco Boulevard West is One55 Lofts which is listed at $2,124, while the average apartment in Francisco Boulevard West costs $4,600.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Francisco Boulevard West?
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 14 regular apartments in Francisco Boulevard West 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 Francisco Boulevard West?
Cheap apartments in Francisco Boulevard West have an average cost of $864 which is $3,736 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Francisco Boulevard West.
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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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