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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Montecito Neighborhood of San Rafael, CA from $1,667 (128 Rentals)
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One55 Lofts
155 Andersen DrSan Rafael, CA 94901
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840 C StSan Rafael, CA 94901
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111 Laurel Pl
111 Laurel PlSan Rafael, CA 94901
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Hammondale
5 Hammondale CtSan Rafael, CA 94901
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320 C St
320 C StSan Rafael, CA 94901
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Riviera Apartments
4 Point San Pedro RdSan Rafael, CA 94901
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1012 Irwin
1012 Irwin StSan Rafael, CA 94901
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16 Elaine Way
16 Elaine WaySan Rafael, CA 94901
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1409 5th Ave
1409 5th AveSan Rafael, CA 94901
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608 C St
608 C StSan Rafael, CA 94901
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289 Woodland Ave
289 Woodland AveSan Rafael, CA 94901
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1704 Lincoln Ave
1704 Lincoln AveSan Rafael, CA 94901
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Dominic Garden Apartments
1220 Irwin StSan Rafael, CA 94901
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31 Valencia Ave
31 Valencia AveSan Rafael, CA 94901
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575 Canal St
575 Canal StSan Rafael, CA 94901
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415 Mission Ave
415 Mission AveSan Rafael, CA 94901
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12 Woodland
12 Woodland AveSan Rafael, CA 94901
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The Bayside Apartments
275 Canal StSan Rafael, CA 94901
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17 Hillcrest Dr
17 Hillcrest DrSan Rafael, CA 94901
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460 Canal St
460 Canal StSan Rafael, CA 94901
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12 Laurel Pl
12 Laurel PlSan Rafael, CA 94901
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17 Taylor St
17 Taylor StSan Rafael, CA 94901
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16 Charlotte Dr
16 Charlotte DrSan Rafael, CA 94901
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420 Belle Ave
420 Belle AveSan Rafael, CA 94901
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Canal Area Housing Improvement Program
23 Fairfax StSan Rafael, CA 94901
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163 Novato St
163 Novato StSan Rafael, CA 94901
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3757 Kerner
3757 KernerSan Rafael, CA 94901
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531 D St
531 D StSan Rafael, CA 94901
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24-28 La Vista Way
24-28 La Vista WaySan Rafael, CA 94901
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182 Mission Ave
182 Mission AveSan Rafael, CA 94901
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1516 Lincoln Ave
1516 Lincoln AveSan Rafael, CA 94901
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32-34 Warner Ct
32-34 Warner CtSan Rafael, CA 94901
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5 Elaine Way
5 Elaine WaySan Rafael, CA 94901
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21 Marian Ct
21 Marian CtSan Rafael, CA 94901
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440 Canal St
440 Canal StSan Rafael, CA 94901
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410 D St
410 D StSan Rafael, CA 94901
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2-2A Prospect Dr
2-2A Prospect DrSan Rafael, CA 94901
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1424 Lincoln Ave
1424 Lincoln AveSan Rafael, CA 94901
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210 Mission Ave
210 Mission AveSan Rafael, CA 94901
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166 Park St
166 Park StSan Rafael, CA 94901
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15 Marian Ct
15 Marian CtSan Rafael, CA 94901
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260-264 278 Union St
260-264 278 Union StSan Rafael, CA 94901
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424-426 Woodland Ave
424-426 Woodland AveSan Rafael, CA 94901
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540 Canal St
540 Canal StSan Rafael, CA 94901
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144 Bungalow Ave
144 Bungalow AveSan Rafael, CA 94901
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Six Laurel Place
6 Laurel PlSan Rafael, CA 94901
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360-361 Du Bois St
360-361 Du Bois StSan Rafael, CA 94901
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1223 Grand Ave
1223 Grand AveSan Rafael, CA 94901
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280-282 Linden Ln
280-282 Linden LnSan Rafael, CA 94901
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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 | $2,401 | $2,098 | $2,606 |
| Montecito 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,887 | $2,209 | $3,914 |
| Montecito 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,703 | $2,800 | $4,699 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 128 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Montecito Neighborhood of San Rafael, CA.
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Cheapest Available Montecito Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Montecito area of San Francisco, CA is a Studio unit found at One55 Lofts priced from $2,098. Park Hill has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,295. Here are the most affordable Montecito apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| One55 Lofts | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,098 |
| Park Hill | 1X1AR | Studio,1BA | $2,295 |
| Lone Palm Court Apartments | One bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,500 |
| The Meridian | 3x2 Large | 3BR,2BA | $3,747 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Montecito, CA
As of September 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Montecito area is the $3.57 price per square foot 3x2 Model at The Meridian in the in the Canal neighborhood starting from $3,747. The second greatest value Montecito apartment is the 1441 Lincoln Ave Model at 1441 Lincoln Ave, Unit C starting at $2,400 with a $3.48 price per square foot in the Black Canyon neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Montecito apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| The Meridian | 3x2 | 3BR,2BA | $3.57 |
| 1441 Lincoln Ave, Unit C | 1441 Lincoln Ave | 1BR,1BA | $3.48 |
| One55 Lofts | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $4.46 |
| Lone Palm Court Apartments | One bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.97 |
| 1011 2nd St, Unit Studio- Utilities Include | 1011 2nd St | Studio ,1BA | $4.39 |
| Park Hill | 1X1AR | Studio ,1BA | $5.22 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Montecito Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Montecito Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Montecito Apartment is $2,500 at Lone Palm Court Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Montecito Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Montecito is starting from $2,800 at Lone Palm Court Apartments.
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