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San Rafael, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available San Rafael Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in San Rafael, CA is a Studio unit found at Terra Linda Manor in the Santa Venetia neighborhood priced from $1,950. 215 Bayview Apartments in the West End San Rafael neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,950. Here is today’s list of the most affordable San Rafael apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Terra Linda ManorStudioStudio,1BA$1,950
215 Bayview ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,950
Marinian Towers Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,999
Marin Royal ApartmentsJunior Bottom Floor1BR,1BA$1,999
Sommerhill Townhouses1 bd1BR,1BA$2,200

Best Value Apartments for Rent in San Rafael, CA

As of June 21, 2025 the best value apartment in the San Rafael area is the $2.06 price per square foot 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom with Den Model at 33 North Apartments in the in the Black Canyon neighborhood starting from $4,195. The second greatest value San Rafael apartment is the Steep Ravine Model at Preserve at Marin starting at $5,944 with a $3.84 price per square foot in the Strawberry neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for San Rafael apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
33 North Apartments2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom with Den2BR,2BA$2.06
Preserve at MarinSteep Ravine3BR,2BA$3.84
Via Holon Apartments2 Beds, 2 baths2BR,2BA$2.52
Deer Valley3 Bed 2 Bath3BR,2BA$3.67
Lone Palm Court ApartmentsTwo bedroom2BR,1BA$2.74
Bella VistaTwo Bedroom One Bath2BR,1BA$3.21
Skylark Apartments1x11BR,1BA$3.39
Sommerhill Townhouses1 bd1BR,1BA$3.26
Marinian Towers Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$3.22
2555 Sir Francis Drake Blvd, Unit #112555 Sir Francis Drake Blvd1BR,1BA$3.58

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Frequently Asked Questions about San Rafael

What type of rentals are currently available in San Rafael?

There are currently 693 Apartments for Rent in San Rafael, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,950 to $10,000. There are also 53 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in San Rafael ranging from $2,275 to $26,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in San Rafael?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in San Rafael ranges from $2,275 to $26,000 with an average monthly rent of $10,942.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in San Rafael?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in San Rafael range from $3,386 to $7,995, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $4,300 to $6,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $7,300 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $4,200.

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