
Apartments for Rent in the Montecito Neighborhood of San Rafael, CA (305 Rentals)


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1441 Lincoln Ave, Unit C

406 Woodland Ave

1821 Lincoln Ave

10 Capri Ct

1012 Irwin

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111 Laurel Pl
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320 C St

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190 Union St

106 Park St

105 Park St

106 Union St

420 Belle Ave

120 Park St

5 Park St
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215-217 Union St

210 Mission Ave

122 Park St

124 Park St

200 Mission Ave

19-25 Valencia Ave

131 Park St

35 Valencia Ave

231 Union St

31 Valencia Ave
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31-33 Ridge Ave

6 Valencia Ave

128-130 Belle Ave

41 Valencia Ave

182 Mission Ave

14 Valencia Ave

141 Park St

49-51 Valencia Ave

142 Park St

143 Park St
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246 Union St

239-243 Union St

245 Union St

253 Union St

260-264 278 Union St

410 Mission Ave

166 Park St

190 Park St

401 Mission Ave

407 Mission Ave
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Montecito?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Montecito 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,567 | $2,315 | $2,699 |
| Montecito 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,539 | $2,800 | $4,298 |
How much does it cost to rent a home in Montecito?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Bedroom Homes | $7,500 | $7,500 | $7,500 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleMontecito, San Rafael, CA
Ranked #18
Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Montecito, San Rafael, CA
Coleman Elementary
James B. Davidson Middle
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Lifestyle Ratings
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Frequently Asked Questions about Montecito
What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in the Montecito area of San Rafael, CA?
As of today, July 28, 2026, there are currently 305 available Montecito apartments priced from $2,315 to $4,298, with an average monthly rent of $2,761.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Montecito Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Montecito ranges from $2,315 to $2,699 with an average monthly rent of $2,567.
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