
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Montecito Neighborhood of San Rafael, CA (158 Rentals)


Second & B Street

One55 Lofts

Clock Tower Apartments

30 Novato St

120 Coleman Dr

830 Fifth Ave

1829 Lincoln Ave

320 C St

Hammondale
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111 Laurel Pl

Marina Village Apartments

49 Harbor St

1553 Lincoln Ave

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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

3665 Kerner Blvd

Dominic Garden Apartments

1217 Grand Ave
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Marina Villa Apartments

808 A St

1811 Lincoln Ave

239-241 Glen Park Ave

258 Woodland Ave

3 Bayview St

163 Novato St

260-264 278 Union St

424-426 Woodland Ave

11 Woodland Pl
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540 D St

1219 Grand Ave

1732 Lincoln Ave

1454 Lincoln Ave

248 Laurel Pl

1422 Lincoln Ave

2-2A Prospect Dr

27 Harbor St

215-217 Union 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 | $2,132 | $1,795 | $2,350 |
Montecito 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,005 | $2,300 | $7,026 |
| Montecito 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,329 | $2,600 | $4,292 |
| Montecito 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,281 | $3,800 | $5,200 |
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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 Clock Tower Apartments and is listed at 700 square feet priced from $2,600. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clock Tower Apartments | 1 Br 1 Ba | 700 Sq Ft | $2,600 |
| Second & B Street | Clay Plus Model | 700 Sq Ft | $2,999 |
| One55 Lofts | One Bedroom | 650 Sq Ft | $2,527 |
| Rafael Town Center Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1A | 594 Sq Ft | $2,496 |
| Park Hill | 1x1A | 440 Sq Ft | $2,345 |
Cheapest Available Montecito 1 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit Montecito of San Francisco, CA is the 1x1A Model starting from $2,345 at Park Hill. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Montecito is currently $3,005. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Park Hill | 1x1A | $2,345 |
| Rafael Town Center Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1C | $2,436 |
| One55 Lofts | One Bedroom | $2,527 |
| Clock Tower Apartments | 1 Br 1 Ba | $2,600 |
| Second & B Street | Clay Model | $2,999 |
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
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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 $3,005.
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 $2,600 at Clock Tower Apartments.
What is the average size for Montecito 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Montecito is currently 0 sq ft.
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