
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West San Rafael Neighborhood of San Rafael, CA from $1,800 (13 Rentals)
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1823 Lincoln Ave

33 North Apartments
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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 |
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West San Rafael Studio Apartments | $2,046 | $1,950 | $2,195 |
West San Rafael 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,785 | $2,100 | $3,395 |
West San Rafael 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,608 | $2,900 | $5,195 |
West San Rafael 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,892 | $3,957 | $6,750 |
West San Rafael 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,400 | $4,400 | $4,400 |
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There are currently 13 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the West San Rafael Neighborhood of San Rafael, CA.
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Cheapest Available West San Rafael Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the West San Rafael area of San Francisco, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Marinian Towers Apartments priced from $1,999. Park Hill has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,195. Here are the most affordable West San Rafael apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Marinian Towers Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,999 |
Park Hill | 1X1AR | Studio,1BA | $2,195 |
Terra Linda Manor | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,199 |
33 North Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom with Den | 1BR,1BA | $2,379 |
Highlands of Marin | One Bedroom A1A-MMR | 1BR,1BA | $2,399 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in West San Rafael, CA
As of October 05, 2025 the best value apartment in the West San Rafael area is the $2.06 price per square foot 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom with Den Model at 33 North Apartments in the in the Black Canyon neighborhood starting from $2,379. The second greatest value West San Rafael apartment is the 2 bedroom 2 bath Model at Prospect Hill Apartments starting at $2,900 with a $2.64 price per square foot in the Black Canyon neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for West San Rafael apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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33 North Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom with Den | 1BR,1BA | $2.06 |
Prospect Hill Apartments | 2 bedroom 2 bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.64 |
Highlands of Marin | Larkspur (B2A) | 2BR,2BA | $3.71 |
McInnis Park | Elder | 2BR,1BA | $3.68 |
Deer Valley | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $3.71 |
The Oaktops Apartments | 251 | 1BR,1BA | $3.52 |
Nova at Terra Linda | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.87 |
Terra Linda Manor | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.21 |
5 Vendola Dr, Unit In-law | 5 Vendola Dr | 1BR,1BA | $3.39 |
Marinian Towers Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $3.22 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap West San Rafael Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in West San Rafael?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in West San Rafael is at Park Hill listed at $2,195.
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 $1,999 at Marinian Towers Apartments.
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 $2,629 at Marinian Towers Apartments.
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