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Clock Tower Apartments
760 Lincoln AveSan Rafael, CA 94901
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Picnic Valley Neighborhood of San Rafael, CA from $1,700 (10 Rentals)
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$1,950 - $2,750Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
215 Bayview Apartments
215 Bayview StSan Rafael, CA 94901
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$1,999Studio Apartment Available Now
1715 Lincoln Ave, Unit Sudio
1715 Lincoln AveSan Rafael, CA 94901
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One55 Lofts
155 Andersen DrSan Rafael, CA 94901
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$2,145 - $2,345Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Park Hill
1747 Lincoln AveSan Rafael, CA 94901
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The Meridian
400 Canal StSan Rafael, CA 94901
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Lone Palm Court Apartments
840 C StSan Rafael, CA 94901
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$2,600Studio Apartment Available Jan 1, 2026
1011 2nd St, Unit Studio- Utilities Paid
1011 2nd StSan Rafael, CA 94901
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Picnic Valley, San Rafael, CA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Picnic Valley?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Picnic Valley Studio Apartments | $2,250 | $1,795 | $3,299 |
| Picnic Valley 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,897 | $2,124 | $3,900 |
| Picnic Valley 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,562 | $2,600 | $5,540 |
| Picnic Valley 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,278 | $3,800 | $5,100 |
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There are currently 10 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Picnic Valley Neighborhood of San Rafael, CA.
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Cheapest Available Picnic Valley Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Picnic Valley area of San Francisco, CA is a Studio unit found at 1 H St priced from $1,895. 215 Bayview Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,950. Here are the most affordable Picnic Valley apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 H St | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,895 |
| 215 Bayview Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,950 |
| One55 Lofts | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,124 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Picnic Valley, CA
As of December 16, 2025 the best value apartment in the Picnic Valley area is the $1.97 price per square foot 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom with Den Model at 33 North Apartments in the in the Black Canyon neighborhood starting from $3,995. The second greatest value Picnic Valley apartment is the 2 bedroom 2 bath Model at Prospect Hill Apartments starting at $2,900 with a $2.64 price per square foot in the Black Canyon neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Picnic Valley apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 33 North Apartments | 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom with Den | 2BR,2BA | $1.97 |
| Prospect Hill Apartments | 2 bedroom 2 bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.64 |
| Larkspur Courts | Opal | 2BR,2BA | $4.37 |
| Lone Palm Court Apartments | Two bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.74 |
| Skylark Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.17 |
| 1 H St | 1 bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $3.59 |
| West End Villas | Plan 8 | 2BR,1BA | $4.13 |
| Serenity at Larkspur | Sandpiper | 1BR,1BA | $4.23 |
| Clock Tower Apartments | 1 Br 1 Ba | 1BR,1BA | $3.71 |
| 1565 4th St, Unit 9 | 1565 4th St | 1BR,1BA | $4.17 |
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Pet Friendly LifestylePicnic Valley, San Rafael, CA
Ranked #6
Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Getting Around the Picnic Valley Neighborhood in San Rafael, CA
Walk Score®
82 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
51 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
51 / 100
Good Transit
Many nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Picnic Valley Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Picnic Valley?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Picnic Valley is under $2,772.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Picnic Valley?
The cheapest apartment in Picnic Valley is One55 Lofts which is listed at $2,124, while the average apartment in Picnic Valley costs $4,215.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Picnic Valley?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 23 regular apartments in Picnic Valley that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Picnic Valley?
Cheap apartments in Picnic Valley have an average cost of $773 which is $3,442 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Picnic Valley.
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