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How much does it cost to rent a home in San Rafael?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| San Rafael 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,978 | $3,100 | $4,995 |
| San Rafael 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,081 | $3,800 | $8,500 |
| San Rafael 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $15,500 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
| San Rafael 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $16,000 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
| San Rafael 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $19,995 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available San Rafael Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in San Rafael, CA is a Studio unit found at 1 H St in the West End San Rafael neighborhood priced from $1,895. 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 H St | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,895 |
| 215 Bayview Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,950 |
| Clock Tower Apartments | 1 Br 1 Ba | 1BR,1BA | $1,995 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in San Rafael, CA
As of February 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the San Rafael area is the $3.20 price per square foot Plan 3B Townhome Model at Deer Valley in the in the Santa Venetia neighborhood starting from $4,227. The second greatest value San Rafael apartment is the 2 bedroom 2 bath Model at Prospect Hill Apartments starting at $2,900 with a $2.64 price per square foot in the Black Canyon neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for San Rafael apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deer Valley | Plan 3B Townhome | 3BR,2BA | $3.20 |
| Prospect Hill Apartments | 2 bedroom 2 bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.64 |
| Rafael Town Center Apartments | 2 Bedroom 2D | 2BR,2BA | $3.36 |
| The Meridian | 3x2 | 3BR,2BA | $3.43 |
| Bella Vista (06/25) | Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $3.47 |
| Lone Palm Court Apartments | Two bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.74 |
| 1 H St | 1 bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $3.59 |
| 451 Via Casitas | 1 Br 1 Ba | 1BR,1BA | $3.53 |
| 190 Union St, Unit B | 190 Union St | 1BR,1BA | $3.13 |
| Clock Tower Apartments | 1 Br 1 Ba | 1BR,1BA | $2.85 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in San Rafael?
There are currently 689 Apartments for Rent in San Rafael, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,795 to $6,498. There are also 34 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in San Rafael ranging from $1,995 to $19,995.
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 $1,995 to $19,995 with an average monthly rent of $9,402.
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