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One55 Lofts
155 Andersen DrSan Rafael, CA 94901
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Lone Palm Court Apartments
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 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,567 | $2,315 | $2,699 |
| Montecito 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,539 | $2,800 | $4,298 |
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 Park Hill priced from $2,375. Rafael Town Center Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,424. Here are the most affordable Montecito apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park Hill | 1X1AR | Studio,1BA | $2,375 |
| Rafael Town Center Apartments | Studio A | Studio,1BA | $2,424 |
| Lone Palm Court Apartments | One bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,500 |
| One55 Lofts | One Bedroom Loft | 1BR,1BA | $2,512 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Montecito, CA
As of July 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Montecito area is the $3.62 price per square foot 1441 Lincoln Ave Model at 1441 Lincoln Ave, Unit C in the in the Black Canyon neighborhood starting from $2,500. The second greatest value Montecito apartment is the One bedroom Model at Lone Palm Court Apartments starting at $2,500 with a $3.97 price per square foot in the East San Rafael 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1441 Lincoln Ave, Unit C | 1441 Lincoln Ave | 1BR,1BA | $3.62 |
| Lone Palm Court Apartments | One bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.97 |
| Rafael Town Center Apartments | Studio A | Studio ,1BA | $4.98 |
| One55 Lofts | One Bedroom Loft | 1BR,1BA | $5.29 |
| Park Hill | 1X1AR | Studio ,1BA | $5.40 |
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From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.
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Best Local Schools in Montecito, San Rafael, CA
Coleman Elementary
San Rafael City Elementary School District
Public School - Grades K-5 (378)
7 out of 10
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San Rafael City Elementary School District
Public School - Grades 6-8 (1052)
6 out of 10
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The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Montecito Apartment is $2,500 at Lone Palm Court Apartments.
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