Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Sun Valley Neighborhood of San Rafael, CA from $1,550 (40 Rentals)

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14 Sentinel Ct
1 Bedroom Apartments

14 Sentinel Ct

14 Sentinel CtSan Rafael, CA 94901
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1712 5th Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

1712 5th Ave

1712 5th AveSan Rafael, CA 94901
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2036 4th St
1 Bedroom Apartments

2036 4th St

2036 4th StSan Rafael, CA 94901
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10-24 Davenport Ct
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

10-24 Davenport Ct

10-24 Davenport CtSan Rafael, CA 94901
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3 Leafwood Cor
2 Bedroom Apartments

3 Leafwood Cor

3 Leafwood CorSan Rafael, CA 94901
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6-8 Leafwood Cor
2 Bedroom Apartments

6-8 Leafwood Cor

6-8 Leafwood CorSan Rafael, CA 94901

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2-4 Thomas Ct
2 Bedroom Apartments

2-4 Thomas Ct

2-4 Thomas CtSan Rafael, CA 94901
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101 H St
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

101 H St

101 H StSan Rafael, CA 94901
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20 Sirard Ln
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

20 Sirard Ln

20 Sirard LnSan Rafael, CA 94901
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211 G St
Studio Apartments

211 G St

211 G StSan Rafael, CA 94901
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34-38 Elizabeth Way
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

34-38 Elizabeth Way

34-38 Elizabeth WaySan Rafael, CA 94901
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1711 5th Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

1711 5th Ave

1711 5th AveSan Rafael, CA 94901
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2028 4th Street
1 Bedroom Apartments

2028 4th Street

2028 4th StSan Rafael, CA 94901
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111-115 G St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

111-115 G St

111-115 G StSan Rafael, CA 94901

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102 Elizabeth Way
2 Bedroom Apartments

102 Elizabeth Way

102 Elizabeth WaySan Rafael, CA 94901
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251 S End Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

251 S End Ave

251 S End AveSan Rafael, CA 94901
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54 Scenic Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

54 Scenic Ave

54 Scenic AveSan Rafael, CA 94901
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2063-2069 5th Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

2063-2069 5th Ave

2063-2069 5th AveSan Rafael, CA 94901
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35 Leafwood Cor
2 Bedroom Apartments

35 Leafwood Cor

35 Leafwood CorSan Rafael, CA 94901
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2023 5th Ave
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

2023 5th Ave

2023 5th AveSan Rafael, CA 94901
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90 Bayo Vista Way
1 Bedroom Apartments

90 Bayo Vista Way

90 Bayo Vista WaySan Rafael, CA 94901
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34 Leafwood Cor
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

34 Leafwood Cor

34 Leafwood CorSan Rafael, CA 94901

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Bayo Vista Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Bayo Vista Apartments

100 Bayo Vista WaySan Rafael, CA 94901
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Buena Vista
1 Bedroom Apartments

Buena Vista

19-23 Buena Vista AveSan Anselmo, CA 94960
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4 Greenfield Ct
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

4 Greenfield Ct

4 Greenfield CtSan Anselmo, CA 94960
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51-51A Park Way
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

51-51A Park Way

51-51A Park WaySan Anselmo, CA 94960
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84-88 Hilldale Dr
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

84-88 Hilldale Dr

84-88 Hilldale DrSan Anselmo, CA 94960
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14-16 Forbes Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

14-16 Forbes Ave

14-16 Forbes AveSan Anselmo, CA 94960
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60 Park Way
Studio Apartments

60 Park Way

60 Park WaySan Anselmo, CA 94960

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252 Red Hill Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

252 Red Hill Ave

252 Red Hill AveSan Anselmo, CA 94960
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408 Greensfield Ave
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

408 Greensfield Ave

408 Greensfield AveSan Anselmo, CA 94960
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33-33A Park Way
1 Bedroom Apartments

33-33A Park Way

33-33A Park WaySan Anselmo, CA 94960
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250 Red Hill Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

250 Red Hill Ave

250 Red Hill AveSan Anselmo, CA 94960
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409 Greenfield Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

409 Greenfield Ave

409 Greenfield AveSan Anselmo, CA 94960
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41 Crooked Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

41 Crooked Ave

41 Crooked AveSan Anselmo, CA 94960
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88 Buena Vista Ave
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

88 Buena Vista Ave

88 Buena Vista AveSan Anselmo, CA 94960
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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Learn the official definition (spending 30% or more of your gross income on housing) and how to calculate your exact rent-to-income ratio. This guide offers expert tips on factoring in total housing costs (including utilities and fees) and budgeting accurately to avoid unnecessary financial strain.

Sun Valley, San Rafael, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Sun Valley Apartments for Rent

 
Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
1 H St1 bedroom1BR,1BA$2,500

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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
Sun Valley, San Rafael, CA

Ranked #32

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
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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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