
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Picnic Valley Neighborhood of San Rafael, CA from $1,800 (8 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Picnic Valley area of San Rafael.


215 Bayview Apartments

190 Union St, Unit B

One55 Lofts
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Picnic Valley, San Rafael, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Picnic Valley?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Picnic Valley Studio Apartments | $2,458 | $1,895 | $3,511 |
| Picnic Valley 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,223 | $2,200 | $6,970 |
| Picnic Valley 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,704 | $2,600 | $5,930 |
| Picnic Valley 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,164 | $3,891 | $4,500 |
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There are currently 8 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 $1,975. 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 | $1,975 |
| One55 Lofts | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,269 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Picnic Valley, CA
As of April 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Picnic Valley area is the $3.62 price per square foot 3x2 Model at The Meridian in the in the Canal neighborhood starting from $3,800. The second greatest value Picnic Valley apartment is the 1222 Sir Francis Drake Blvd Model at 1222 Sir Francis Drake Blvd, Unit 1222 starting at $3,498 with a $3.50 price per square foot in the West San Rafael 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Meridian | 3x2 | 3BR,2BA | $3.62 |
| 1222 Sir Francis Drake Blvd, Unit 1222 | 1222 Sir Francis Drake Blvd | 2BR,2BA | $3.50 |
| 83 Clark St, Unit 83B | 83 Clark St | 2BR,1BA | $3.05 |
| Lone Palm Court Apartments | Two bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.74 |
| Woodlark Residences | 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $3.78 |
| Aqua Vista | B1-R | 2BR,1BA | $3.28 |
| Newly Renovated Corte Madera Two Bedroom with Pool, Elevator, AC | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $3.65 |
| 1 H St | 1 bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $3.59 |
| West End Villas | Plan 8 | 2BR,1BA | $4.13 |
| Finch at Larkspur | Sandpiper | 1BR,1BA | $4.23 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Picnic Valley Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Picnic Valley?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Picnic Valley is at 1 H St listed at $1,895.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Picnic Valley Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Picnic Valley Apartment is $2,275 at One55 Lofts.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Picnic Valley Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Picnic Valley is starting from $2,600 at Lone Palm Court Apartments.
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