
Apartments for Rent in the Montecito Neighborhood of San Rafael, CA (307 Rentals)


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2 Prospect Dr

120 Coleman Dr, Unit SI ID1305070P

190 Union St, Unit B

1821 Lincoln Ave

69 Point San Pedro Rd

16 Harbor View Ct
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1012 Irwin

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111 Laurel Pl

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320 C St

Hammondale

105 Park St

106 Park St

106 Union St
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420 Belle Ave

120 Park St

215-217 Union St

5 Park St

210 Mission Ave

122 Park St

124 Park St

200 Mission Ave

19-25 Valencia Ave

131 Park St
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35 Valencia Ave

231 Union St

31 Valencia Ave

31-33 Ridge Ave

6 Valencia Ave

128-130 Belle Ave

41 Valencia Ave

14 Valencia Ave

182 Mission Ave

141 Park St
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49-51 Valencia Ave

142 Park St

246 Union St

239-243 Union St

143 Park St

245 Union St

253 Union St

260-264 278 Union St

410 Mission Ave

166 Park St
Montecito, San Rafael, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Montecito?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Montecito Studio Apartments | $2,408 | $2,269 | $2,606 |
| Montecito 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,152 | $2,200 | $6,970 |
| Montecito 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,360 | $2,600 | $4,043 |
| Montecito 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,094 | $3,891 | $4,500 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleMontecito, San Rafael, CA
Ranked #21
Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Montecito, San Rafael, CA
Coleman Elementary
James B. Davidson Middle
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Frequently Asked Questions about Montecito
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 $2,200 to $6,970 with an average monthly rent of $3,152.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Montecito cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Montecito range from $2,600 to $4,043. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $3,360.
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