
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Sun Valley Neighborhood of San Rafael, CA from $1,200 (28 Rentals)
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Sun Valley, San Rafael, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Sun Valley?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Sun Valley Studio Apartments | $1,950 | $1,950 | $1,950 |
Sun Valley 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,446 | $2,250 | $2,745 |
Sun Valley 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,828 | $2,600 | $3,086 |
Sun Valley 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,200 | $4,600 | $5,800 |
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There are currently 28 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Sun Valley Neighborhood of San Rafael, CA.
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Cheapest Available Sun Valley Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Sun Valley area of San Francisco, CA is a Studio unit found at 215 Bayview Apartments priced from $1,950. West End Villas has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,250. Here are the most affordable Sun Valley 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 |
West End Villas | Plan 3 | 1BR,1BA | $2,250 |
Terra Linda Manor | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,460 |
Lone Palm Court Apartments | Two bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2,600 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Sun Valley, CA
As of June 05, 2025 the best value apartment in the Sun Valley area is the $2.74 price per square foot Two bedroom Model at Lone Palm Court Apartments in the in the College Park neighborhood starting from $2,600. The second greatest value Sun Valley apartment is the 1 Bedroom Model at Terra Linda Manor starting at $2,460 with a $3.92 price per square foot in the Santa Venetia neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Sun Valley apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Lone Palm Court Apartments | Two bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.74 |
Terra Linda Manor | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.92 |
West End Villas | Plan 7 | 1BR,1BA | $5.47 |
215 Bayview Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $5.93 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSun Valley, San Rafael, CA
Ranked #20
Among neighborhoods in San Rafael, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
Getting Around the Sun Valley Neighborhood in San Rafael, CA
Walk Score®
70 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
43 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
32 / 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 Sun Valley Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Sun Valley?
The cheapest apartment in Sun Valley is West End Villas which is listed at $2,250, while the average apartment in Sun Valley costs $4,600.
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