
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Rafael Meadows Los Ranchitos Neighborhood of San Rafael, CA from $1,200 (19 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Rafael Meadows Los Ranchitos area of San Rafael.


215 Bayview Apartments

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500 Red Hill Ave
Rafael Meadows Los Ranchitos, San Rafael, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Rafael Meadows Los Ranchitos?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rafael Meadows Los Ranchitos Studio Apartments | $2,075 | $1,795 | $2,350 |
| Rafael Meadows Los Ranchitos 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,833 | $1,995 | $9,387 |
| Rafael Meadows Los Ranchitos 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,540 | $2,600 | $5,500 |
| Rafael Meadows Los Ranchitos 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,398 | $3,800 | $5,900 |
| Rafael Meadows Los Ranchitos 4 Bedroom Apartments | $12,500 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 19 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Rafael Meadows Los Ranchitos Neighborhood of San Rafael, CA.
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Cheapest Available Rafael Meadows Los Ranchitos Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Rafael Meadows Los Ranchitos area of San Francisco, CA is a Studio unit found at Clock Tower Apartments priced from $1,795. 1 H St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,895. Here are the most affordable Rafael Meadows Los Ranchitos apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clock Tower Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,795 |
| 1 H St | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,895 |
| 215 Bayview Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,950 |
| Marinian Towers Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2,099 |
| One55 Lofts | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,124 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Rafael Meadows Los Ranchitos, CA
As of December 08, 2025 the best value apartment in the Rafael Meadows Los Ranchitos area is the $2.94 price per square foot 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom with Den Model at 33 North Apartments in the in the Black Canyon neighborhood starting from $3,390. The second greatest value Rafael Meadows Los Ranchitos 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 Rafael Meadows Los Ranchitos apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 33 North Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom with Den | 1BR,1BA | $2.94 |
| Prospect Hill Apartments | 2 bedroom 2 bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.64 |
| Parkside | The Marin | 2BR,1BA | $3.45 |
| Nova at Terra Linda | 2x1_Large | 2BR,1BA | $3.15 |
| Lone Palm Court Apartments | Two bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.74 |
| Bella Vista (06/25) | Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $3.47 |
| 1 H St | 1 bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $3.59 |
| Terra Linda Manor | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.50 |
| Marinian Towers Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $3.39 |
| Clock Tower Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.26 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleRafael Meadows Los Ranchitos, San Rafael, CA
Ranked #18
Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Rafael Meadows Los Ranchitos, San Rafael, CA
Sun Valley Elementary
James B. Davidson Middle
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Lifestyle Ratings
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Getting Around the Rafael Meadows Los Ranchitos Neighborhood in San Rafael, CA
Walk Score®
48 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
50 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
40 / 100
Some Transit
A few 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 Rafael Meadows Los Ranchitos Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Rafael Meadows Los Ranchitos?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Rafael Meadows Los Ranchitos is under $2,278.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Rafael Meadows Los Ranchitos?
The cheapest apartment in Rafael Meadows Los Ranchitos is Clock Tower Apartments which is listed at $1,995, while the average apartment in Rafael Meadows Los Ranchitos costs $12,500.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Rafael Meadows Los Ranchitos?
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 3 regular apartments in Rafael Meadows Los Ranchitos 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 Rafael Meadows Los Ranchitos?
Cheap apartments in Rafael Meadows Los Ranchitos have an average cost of $224 which is $12,276 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Rafael Meadows Los Ranchitos.
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