
3 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Montecito Neighborhood of San Rafael, CA (56 Rentals)


Total Monthly Price
2 Prospect Dr

1309 Nye St

Marina Village Apartments

11 Woodland Pl

1422 Lincoln Ave

4 Elaine Way

Marina Villa Apartments

5 Charlotte Dr

177 Novato St
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16 Octavia St

2-2A Prospect Dr

27 Harbor St

142 Park St

3737 Kerner Blvd

The Dominican Townhomes

Paloma Arms Apartments

163 Novato St

509 Canal St

440 Canal St
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Marina Village Apartments

1354-1356 Lincoln Ave

120 Park St

206-208 C St

The Bayside Apartments

Marina Village Apartments

1553 Lincoln Ave

534 Canal St

8 Laurel Pl

633 Mission Ave
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239-243 Union St

1710 Lincoln Ave

163 Novato St

12 Elaine Way

39 Mary St

212 Woodland Ave

202-204 Laurel Pl

5 Elaine Way

171 Novato St

833 Belle Ave
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182 Mission Ave

11 Bungalow Ave

523 C St

Marina Village Apartments

8 Elaine Way

16 Charlotte Dr

Sommerhill Townhouses

Westwind Apartments

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Portofino Riviera
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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 | $2,340 | $2,168 | $2,502 |
| Montecito 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,118 | $2,155 | $6,996 |
| Montecito 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,337 | $2,600 | $4,043 |
Montecito 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,094 | $3,891 | $4,500 |
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Largest Available Montecito 3 Bedroom Apartments
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Meridian | 3x2 | 1,050 Sq Ft | $3,800 |
Cheapest Available Montecito 3 Bedroom Apartments
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| The Meridian | 3x2 | $3,800 |
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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 3 Bedroom Montecito Apartments
How much is the average rent for a 3 Bedroom Montecito Apartment?
The average rent for a 3 Bedroom Apartment in Montecito is $4,094.
What is the largest available 3 Bedroom Montecito Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Montecito is a 1,050 square feet unit starting from $3,800 at The Meridian.
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