
Cheap 2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the West San Rafael Neighborhood of San Rafael, CA from $2,900 (43 Rentals)


Bella Vista (06/25)

Prospect Hill Apartments

McInnis Park

33 North Apartments

San Rafael Manor

22 N San Pablo Ave

1704 Lincoln Ave
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Flores Apartments

20 Sirard Ln

280-282 Linden Ln

239-241 Glen Park Ave

Merrydale Meadows

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Deer Valley

Nova at Terra Linda

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The Northview Apartments

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1477-1483 Lincoln

Deer Park Apartments

Ranchitos Park Apartments

San Pablo Apartments

Merrydale Apartments

16 Pacheco Ave

185-B Forrest Ave

33-35 Maple Ave
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103 Live Oaks Ave

66 Willow Ave

1598 Sir Francis Drake Blvd

18 Sierra Ave

1512--1516 San Anselmo Ave

1405 San Anselmo Ave

Landsdale Station

206 Bolinas Rd
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10 Ash Ave

780 Center Blvd

Sherwood Oaks
West San Rafael, San Rafael, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in West San Rafael?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| West San Rafael Studio Apartments | $1,800 | $1,800 | $1,800 |
| West San Rafael 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,096 | $2,399 | $7,421 |
West San Rafael 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,478 | $2,900 | $3,995 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleWest San Rafael, San Rafael, CA
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap West San Rafael Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom West San Rafael Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom West San Rafael Apartment is $2,997 at Deer Valley.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom West San Rafael Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in West San Rafael is starting from $2,997 at Deer Valley.
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Everything is a negotiation in real estate!