
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Montecito Neighborhood of San Rafael, CA (157 Rentals)


Second & B Street

One55 Lofts

120 Coleman Dr, Unit SI ID1305070P

190 Union St, Unit B

1821 Lincoln Ave

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Hammondale

320 C St

1012 Irwin
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49 Harbor St

1553 Lincoln Ave

1219 Grand Ave

1732 Lincoln Ave

248 Laurel Pl

1422 Lincoln Ave

3665 Kerner Blvd
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Dominic Garden Apartments

1217 Grand Ave

Marina Villa Apartments

808 A St

1811 Lincoln Ave

239-241 Glen Park Ave

258 Woodland Ave

3 Bayview St

518 B St

534 Canal St
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La Casa Grande

8 Laurel Pl

94 Southern Heights Blvd

633 Mission Ave

1704 Lincoln Ave

415 Mission Ave

239-243 Union St

246 Union St

401 Mission Ave

1401 Lincoln Ave
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Paloma Arms Apartments

10 Warner Ct

328 D St

1242 4th St

424-426 Woodland Ave

11 Woodland Pl

90 Louise

540 D St

163 Novato St
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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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Largest Available Montecito 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in the Montecito area of San Francisco, CA is found at Second & B Street and is listed at 700 square feet priced from $3,400. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Second & B Street | 700 Sq Ft | $3,400 | |
| Rafael Town Center Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1A | 524 Sq Ft | $3,015 |
| One55 Lofts | One Bedroom Loft | 475 Sq Ft | $2,275 |
Cheapest Available Montecito 1 Bedroom Apartments
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| One55 Lofts | One Bedroom Loft | $2,275 |
| Rafael Town Center Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1A | $3,015 |
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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 1 Bedroom Montecito Apartments
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Montecito Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Montecito is $3,152.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Montecito Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Montecito is a 700 square feet unit starting from $3,400 at Second & B Street.
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