Apartments for Rent in the Smith Ranch Neighborhood of San Rafael, CA (50 Rentals)

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Smith Ranch Homes
Studio Apartments

Smith Ranch Homes

100-600 Deer Valley RdSan Rafael, CA 94903
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San Rafael Manor
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

San Rafael Manor

1030 Los Gamos RdSan Rafael, CA 94903
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Oma Village
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Oma Village

5358 Nave DrNovato, CA 94949
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2 Clay Ct
2 Bedroom Apartments

2 Clay Ct

2 Clay CtNovato, CA 94949
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1 Clay Ct
2 Bedroom Apartments

1 Clay Ct

1 Clay CtNovato, CA 94949
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Pacheco Villas
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Pacheco Villas

9 Clay CtNovato, CA 94949
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7 Grass Ct
2 Bedroom Apartments

7 Grass Ct

7 Grass CtNovato, CA 94949
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33 Clay Ct
2 Bedroom Apartments

33 Clay Ct

33 Clay CtNovato, CA 94949
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1 Grass Ct
2 Bedroom Apartments

1 Grass Ct

1 Grass CtNovato, CA 94949
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46 Grass Ct
2 Bedroom Apartments

46 Grass Ct

46 Grass CtNovato, CA 94949

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30 Clay Ct
2 Bedroom Apartments

30 Clay Ct

30 Clay CtNovato, CA 94949
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Maria B. Freitas
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Maria B. Freitas

455 Manuel T Freitas PkySan Rafael, CA 94903
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250 Merrydale Rd
Studio Apartments

250 Merrydale Rd

250 Merrydale RdSan Rafael, CA 94903
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Villa Marin
2 Bedroom Apartments

Villa Marin

100 Thorndale DrSan Rafael, CA 94903
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Merrydale Meadows
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Merrydale Meadows

163 Merrydale RdSan Rafael, CA 94903

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22 N San Pablo Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

22 N San Pablo Ave

22 N San Pablo AveSan Rafael, CA 94903
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Flores Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Flores Apartments

102-110 Merrydale RdSan Rafael, CA 94903
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McInnis Park
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

McInnis Park

10-90 North AveSan Rafael, CA 94903
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Deer Valley
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Deer Valley

2500 Deer Valley RdSan Rafael, CA 94903
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La Brea Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

La Brea Apartments

15 La Brea WaySan Rafael, CA 94903
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Deer Park Apartments
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Deer Park Apartments

99 Professional Center PkySan Rafael, CA 94903

Neighborhood & Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent

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Northgate Apartments
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Northgate Apartments

825 Las Gallinas AveSan Rafael, CA 94903
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Terra Linda Manor
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Terra Linda Manor

101 Nova Albion WaySan Rafael, CA 94903
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Monte Vista Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Monte Vista Apartments

300 Merrydale RdSan Rafael, CA 94903
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Alterra
2 Bedroom Apartments

Alterra

155 Nova Albion WaySan Rafael, CA 94903
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Smith Ranch, San Rafael, CA Local Guide

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Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters

Entering the rental market? Learn these simple tips and strategies to avoid common pitfalls and make confident choices. Rent with peace of mind.

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Smith Ranch, San Rafael, CA

Ranked #2

Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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3.0
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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of neighborhoods, cities, and rental properties across California including Smith Ranch, San Rafael, and the greater San Francisco area. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for the best outdoor access, luxury amenities, pet-friendly features, apartment complexes for the kids, proximity to transit, and much more. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Frequently Asked Questions about Smith Ranch

What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in the Smith Ranch area of San Rafael, CA?

As of today, September 11, 2026, there are currently 50 available Smith Ranch apartments priced from $1,848 to $4,995, with an average monthly rent of $3,141.

What is the current price range for One Bedroom Smith Ranch Apartments for rent?

Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Smith Ranch ranges from $2,089 to $3,237 with an average monthly rent of $2,726.

What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Smith Ranch cost?

The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Smith Ranch range from $2,395 to $4,995. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $3,503.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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