
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West End San Rafael Neighborhood of San Rafael, CA from $1,500 (80 Rentals)
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Prospect Hill Apartments

Franciscan Manor

1 H St

Lone Palm Court Apartments

West End Villas

215 Bayview Apartments

320 C St

14 Sentinel Ct

Pristine Duplex in San Rafael, CA
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310 Bayview St

1409 5th Ave

608 C St

67-77 Bayo Vista Way

209 1st St

531 D St

10-24 Davenport Ct

1712 5th Ave

104 F St

25 Frances St
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2036 4th St

17 Taylor St

147 Ross St

1841 Second St

101 H St

6 Octavia St

20 Sirard Ln

424-426 Woodland Ave

32-34 Warner Ct

124 Ross St
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417 1st St

6-8 Leafwood Cor

4 Miramar Ave

43 Marquard Ave

115 Clayton St

3 Bayview St

3 Leafwood Cor

410 D St

2-4 Thomas Ct

3 Jessup St
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94 Southern Heights Blvd

5 F St

211 G St

808 A St

102 F St

105-109 Ross St

San Rafael Rotary Manor

Gerstle Park Apartments

Ross Terrace

1130 Mission Ave
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West End San Rafael, San Rafael, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in West End San Rafael?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| West End San Rafael Studio Apartments | $1,975 | $1,975 | $1,975 |
| West End San Rafael 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,500 | $2,350 | $2,650 |
| West End San Rafael 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,027 | $2,750 | $3,400 |
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There are currently 80 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the West End San Rafael Neighborhood of San Rafael, CA.
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Cheapest Available West End San Rafael Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the West End San Rafael area of San Francisco, CA is a Studio unit found at 215 Bayview Apartments priced from $1,975. 310 1st St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,385. Here are the most affordable West End San Rafael apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 215 Bayview Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,975 |
| 310 1st St | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $2,385 |
| 1 H St | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,500 |
| Lone Palm Court Apartments | One bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,500 |
| Franciscan Manor | Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $2,885 |
| 15 Bank St | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $2,950 |
| Prospect Hill Apartments | 2 bedroom 2 bath | 2BR,2BA | $3,100 |
| West End Villas | Plan 8 | 2BR,1BA | $3,300 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in West End San Rafael, CA
As of July 03, 2026 the best value apartment in the West End San Rafael area is the $2.82 price per square foot 2 bedroom 2 bath Model at Prospect Hill Apartments in the in the Black Canyon neighborhood starting from $3,100. The second greatest value West End San Rafael apartment is the Apartment Model at Franciscan Manor starting at $2,885 with a $3.30 price per square foot in the West End San Rafael neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for West End San Rafael apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prospect Hill Apartments | 2 bedroom 2 bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.82 |
| Franciscan Manor | Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $3.30 |
| 1 H St | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.99 |
| West End Villas | Plan 8 | 2BR,1BA | $4.13 |
| 310 1st St | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $3.41 |
| Lone Palm Court Apartments | One bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.97 |
| 130 Spring Grove Ave, Unit ADU | 130 Spring Grove Ave | 1BR,1BA | $4.17 |
| 215 Bayview Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $6.00 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap West End San Rafael Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom West End San Rafael Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom West End San Rafael Apartment is $2,350 at 215 Bayview Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom West End San Rafael Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in West End San Rafael is starting from $2,800 at Lone Palm Court Apartments.
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