
Studio Apartments for Rent in the Montecito Neighborhood of San Rafael, CA (132 Rentals)


One55 Lofts

231 Union St

32 Front St

144 Bungalow Ave

1433-1439 Lincoln Ave

1406 Lincoln Ave

575 Canal St

21 Front St

Dominic Garden Apartments
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1217 Grand Ave

3 Bayview St

520 D St

190 Union St

27 Harbor St

35 Valencia Ave

1736 Grand Ave

301-329 Canal St

50 Sonoma St

19-25 Valencia Ave
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105 Canal St

39 Mary St

530 Canal St

1012 Mission Ave

1242 4th St

11 Woodland Pl

516 Canal St

611 B St

90 Louise

1425-1431 Lincoln Ave
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430 Canal St

248 Laurel Pl

33 Woodland Ave

20 Brushwood Ln

1422 Lincoln Ave

20 Warner Ct

39 Pacheco St

9 Charlotte Dr

217 Laurel Pl

106 Park St
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143 Park St

181-191 Novato St

1354-1356 Lincoln Ave

410 D St

918 Mission Ave

1323 Irwin St

407 Mission Ave

27 Woodland Ave

1223 Grand Ave
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 | $2,274 | $2,198 | $2,350 |
| Montecito 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,715 | $2,250 | $3,900 |
| Montecito 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,357 | $2,600 | $4,250 |
| Montecito 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,767 | $3,603 | $4,095 |
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Largest Available Montecito Studio Apartments
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| One55 Lofts | Studio | 488 Sq Ft | $2,198 |
Cheapest Available Montecito Studio Apartments
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| One55 Lofts | Studio | $2,198 |
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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
3.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Montecito, San Rafael, CA
Coleman Elementary
James B. Davidson Middle
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Frequently Asked Questions about Studio Montecito Apartments
How much is the average rent for a Studio Montecito Apartment?
The average rent for a Studio Apartment in Montecito is $2,274.
What is the largest available Studio Montecito Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Montecito is a 488 square feet unit starting from $2,198 at One55 Lofts.
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