
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Santa Venetia Neighborhood of San Rafael, CA from $1,800 (53 Rentals)
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San Rafael Manor

22 N San Pablo Ave

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1704 Lincoln Ave

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10-24 Davenport Ct

24-28 La Vista Way

1516 Lincoln Ave

2-4 Thomas Ct

3 Leafwood Cor

Senior Housing Redevelopment Project

6-8 Leafwood Cor

2-2A Prospect Dr
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1424 Lincoln Ave

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280-282 Linden Ln

1736 Grand Ave

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Merrydale Meadows

1358 Lincoln Ave

1446 Lincoln Ave
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Nova at Terra Linda

Park Hill

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Terra Linda Manor

1440 Lincoln Ave

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1477-1483 Lincoln

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164 Palm
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Santa Venetia, San Rafael, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Santa Venetia?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Santa Venetia 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,049 | $2,395 | $7,724 |
| Santa Venetia 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,427 | $2,900 | $3,699 |
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There are currently 53 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Santa Venetia Neighborhood of San Rafael, CA.
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Cheapest Available Santa Venetia Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Santa Venetia area of San Francisco, CA is a Studio unit found at Nova at Terra Linda priced from $2,175. Park Hill has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,195. Here are the most affordable Santa Venetia apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nova at Terra Linda | StudioR | Studio,1BA | $2,175 |
| Park Hill | 1X1AR | Studio,1BA | $2,195 |
| Highlands of Marin | One Bedroom A1A-MMR | 1BR,1BA | $2,399 |
| Deer Valley | Plan 2B | 2BR,2BA | $2,887 |
| Bella Vista (06/25) | Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $3,295 |
| McInnis Park | Aspen | 2BR,1BA | $3,355 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Santa Venetia, CA
As of January 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the Santa Venetia area is the $2.94 price per square foot Plan 2B Model at Deer Valley in the in the Santa Venetia neighborhood starting from $2,887. The second greatest value Santa Venetia apartment is the Two Bedroom One Bath Model at Bella Vista (06/25) starting at $3,295 with a $3.47 price per square foot in the Santa Venetia neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Santa Venetia apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deer Valley | Plan 2B | 2BR,2BA | $2.94 |
| Bella Vista (06/25) | Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $3.47 |
| McInnis Park | Dogwood | 2BR,1BA | $3.79 |
| Highlands of Marin | Napa (A1A) | 1BR,1BA | $3.89 |
| Park Hill | 1x1A | 1BR,1BA | $5.06 |
| Nova at Terra Linda | StudioR | Studio ,1BA | $6.84 |
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Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Santa Venetia Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Santa Venetia Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Santa Venetia Apartment is $2,225 at Park Hill.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Santa Venetia Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Santa Venetia is starting from $2,887 at Deer Valley.
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