
Apartments for Rent with Specials in the Picnic Valley Neighborhood of San Rafael, CA (3 Rentals)
Apartments in the Picnic Valley area of San Rafael with special offers and discounts available right now - opportunities to save money or get a month or more of free rent.

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45 Tamal Vista
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9-11 Hillside Ave
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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 | $2,787 | $1,975 | $3,599 |
| Picnic Valley 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,402 | $2,200 | $4,466 |
| Picnic Valley 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,980 | $2,750 | $5,701 |
| Picnic Valley 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,584 | $3,595 | $8,201 |
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Top San Rafael Apartments in the Picnic Valley Area with Move-In Specials Ending Soon
Specials updated: 07-30-2026Take advantage of these move-in and rent specials that are ending soon for top Picnic Valley, CA apartments. Act fast and don’t miss out on an incredible deal on your perfect new place!
9-11 Hillside Ave
FIRST MONTH RENT IS REDUCED $500.00 FOR MOVE IN BY AUGUST 15TH.Expires 07-31-2026
Tidewood
$500 Look and Lease Special! Please call for details.Expires 07-31-2026
Newly Listed Move-In Specials offers for Apartments in Picnic Valley, CA
Specials updated: 07-30-2026Here are the most recently added special offers for renters looking to find the best deals on apartments in Picnic Valley, CA. Be sure to take advantage of some of the area’s top offers.
45 Tamal Vista
We are offering 50% off of the 1st month's rent for all floorplans with a 1-year lease term! (For our 1x1 units currently listed at $2,850, we will do $1,425 off of the 1st month's rent. For our 2x1 units renting at $3,250, we would take $1,625 off of the 1st month's rent.)Expires 12-31-2026
9-11 Hillside Ave
FIRST MONTH RENT IS REDUCED $500.00 FOR MOVE IN BY AUGUST 15TH.Expires 07-31-2026
Tidewood
$500 Look and Lease Special! Please call for details.Expires 07-31-2026
Frequently Asked Questions about Rent Specials Picnic Valley Apartments
How much is the average rent for a Rent Specials Picnic Valley Apartment?
The average rent for a Rent Specials Apartment in Picnic Valley is $4,411.
What is the largest Rent Specials Picnic Valley Apartment for rent?
Today's Rent Specials apartment with the most square footage in Picnic Valley is a 1,282 square feet unit starting from $4,466 at Tidewood.
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