
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Rafael Meadows Los Ranchitos Neighborhood of San Rafael, CA from $1,200 (16 Rentals)
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1829 Lincoln Ave

1611 Lincoln Ave, Unit Unit# 2

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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 |
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Rafael Meadows Los Ranchitos Studio Apartments | $1,977 | $1,777 | $2,145 |
Rafael Meadows Los Ranchitos 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,700 | $1,762 | $3,900 |
Rafael Meadows Los Ranchitos 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,661 | $2,600 | $5,500 |
Rafael Meadows Los Ranchitos 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,891 | $4,400 | $5,250 |
Rafael Meadows Los Ranchitos 4 Bedroom Apartments | $12,995 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 16 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 215 Bayview Apartments priced from $1,950. Marinian Towers Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,099. Here are the most affordable Rafael Meadows Los Ranchitos apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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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 |
Park Hill | 1X1AR | Studio,1BA | $2,145 |
The Meridian | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,350 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Rafael Meadows Los Ranchitos, CA
As of October 23, 2025 the best value apartment in the Rafael Meadows Los Ranchitos area is the $2.25 price per square foot 808 A St Model at 808 A St, Unit ApartmentC in the in the East San Rafael neighborhood starting from $2,650. The second greatest value Rafael Meadows Los Ranchitos apartment is the 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom with Den Model at 33 North Apartments starting at $3,295 with a $2.86 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. |
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808 A St, Unit ApartmentC | 808 A St | 1BR,1BA | $2.25 |
33 North Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom with Den | 1BR,1BA | $2.86 |
Prospect Hill Apartments | 2 bedroom 2 bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.64 |
24 La Vista Way, Unit 24 | 24 La Vista Way | 2BR,1BA | $2.90 |
Lone Palm Court Apartments | Two bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.74 |
Franciscan Manor | Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $3.30 |
One55 Lofts | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $3.39 |
The Oaktops Apartments | 251 | 1BR,1BA | $3.52 |
Terra Linda Manor | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.50 |
Marinian Towers Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $3.39 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleRafael Meadows Los Ranchitos, San Rafael, CA
Ranked #17
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
Our team is happy to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of neighborhoods, areas, and rental properties across California and customized analysis for Northern San Francisco. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for proximity to parks, luxury amenities, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and much more. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!
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 the Cheapest Studio apartment in Rafael Meadows Los Ranchitos?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Rafael Meadows Los Ranchitos is at 215 Bayview Apartments listed at $1,950.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Rafael Meadows Los Ranchitos Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Rafael Meadows Los Ranchitos Apartment is $2,099 at Marinian Towers Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Rafael Meadows Los Ranchitos Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Rafael Meadows Los Ranchitos is starting from $2,599 at Marinian Towers Apartments.
What is the most affordable Rafael Meadows Los Ranchitos Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Rafael Meadows Los Ranchitos Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Marinian Towers Apartments and starts from $3,149.
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