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Highlands of Marin
1001 Cresta WaySan Rafael, CA 94903
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Marinian Towers Apartments
108 Prfssnl Ctr PkySan Rafael, CA 94903
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33 San Pablo AveSan Rafael, CA 94903
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The Oaktops Apartments
251-253 Channing WaySan Rafael, CA 94903
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San Rafael Manor
1030 Los Gamos RdSan Rafael, CA 94903
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22 N San Pablo Ave
22 N San Pablo AveSan Rafael, CA 94903
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Flores Apartments
102-110 Merrydale RdSan Rafael, CA 94903
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Senior Housing Redevelopment Project
1 Thorndale DrSan Rafael, CA 94903
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Hidden Knolls Apartments
50 Merrydale RdSan Rafael, CA 94903
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Merrydale Meadows
163 Merrydale RdSan Rafael, CA 94903
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Northgate Apartments
825 Las Gallinas AveSan Rafael, CA 94903
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845 Las Gallinas AveSan Rafael, CA 94903
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Deer Valley
2500 Deer Valley RdSan Rafael, CA 94903
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McInnis Park
10-90 North AveSan Rafael, CA 94903
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Terra Linda Manor
101 Nova Albion WaySan Rafael, CA 94903
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Deer Park Apartments
99 Professional Center PkySan Rafael, CA 94903
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Bella Vista (06/25)
255 Channing WaySan Rafael, CA 94903
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Villas at Hamilton
410 S Palm DrNovato, CA 94949
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100-140 Cielo LnNovato, CA 94949
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2 Clay Ct
2 Clay CtNovato, CA 94949
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Pacheco Villas
9 Clay CtNovato, CA 94949
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30 Clay Ct
30 Clay CtNovato, CA 94949
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Ascend at Hamilton Field
802 State Access RdNovato, CA 94949
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Creekside at Meadow Park
46 Tinker WayNovato, CA 94949
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Oma Village
5358 Nave DrNovato, CA 94949
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Hamilton Woods
1009 Green Oak DrNovato, CA 94949
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Posada East
200 Posada del SolNovato, CA 94949
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Posada West Apartments
235 Posada del SolNovato, CA 94949
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Hillcrest Townhomes Apartment Complex
199 Posada Del SolNovato, CA 94949
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Smith Ranch, San Rafael, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Smith Ranch?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smith Ranch Studio Apartments | $1,848 | $1,848 | $1,848 |
| Smith Ranch 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,721 | $2,089 | $3,950 |
| Smith Ranch 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,405 | $2,395 | $4,750 |
| Smith Ranch 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,171 | $3,150 | $4,763 |
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There are currently 29 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Smith Ranch Neighborhood of San Rafael, CA.
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Cheapest Available Smith Ranch Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Smith Ranch area of San Francisco, CA is a Studio unit found at Villas at Hamilton priced from $1,848. Marinian Towers Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,095. Here are the most affordable Smith Ranch apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Villas at Hamilton | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,848 |
| Marinian Towers Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2,095 |
| The Oaktops Apartments | 251 | 1BR,1BA | $2,635 |
| Novato Village Senior Apartments | A2 | Studio,1BA | $2,945 |
| McInnis Park | Birch | 1BR,1BA | $2,950 |
| Deer Valley | Plan 2B | 2BR,2BA | $3,217 |
| Highlands of Marin | Larkspur (B2A) | 2BR,2BA | $3,357 |
| 33 North Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom with Den | 1BR,1BA | $3,950 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Smith Ranch, CA
As of June 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Smith Ranch area is the $3.35 price per square foot Plan 3A Model at Deer Valley in the in the Santa Venetia neighborhood starting from $3,879. The second greatest value Smith Ranch apartment is the 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom with Den Model at 33 North Apartments starting at $3,950 with a $3.42 price per square foot in the Black Canyon neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Smith Ranch apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deer Valley | Plan 3A | 3BR,2BA | $3.35 |
| 33 North Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom with Den | 1BR,1BA | $3.42 |
| Highlands of Marin | Larkspur (B2A) | 2BR,2BA | $3.46 |
| Marinian Towers Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.77 |
| The Oaktops Apartments | 251 | 1BR,1BA | $3.66 |
| McInnis Park | Birch | 1BR,1BA | $4.23 |
| Novato Village Senior Apartments | A2 | Studio ,1BA | $4.74 |
| 680 Rosal Way, Unit A' | 680 Rosal Way | 1BR,1BA | $3.58 |
| Villas at Hamilton | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.94 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Smith Ranch Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Smith Ranch?
The cheapest apartment in Smith Ranch is Villas at Hamilton which is listed at $2,089, while the average apartment in Smith Ranch costs $4,601.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Smith Ranch?
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 Smith Ranch that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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