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232 Miller Ave

11 Kilmer Ct

33 Livingston Ct

162 Ignacio Valley Cir

41 Presidio Dr

4350 Paradise Dr

55 W Shore Rd

111 Laurel Pl

320 C St
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105 Canal Street

49 Harbor St
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575 Canal St

11 Bungalow Ave

1553 Lincoln Ave

236 Laurel Pl

61 Mariposa Rd

1323 Irwin St

182 Mission Ave

211 G St

14 Valencia Ave

4 Elaine Way
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1524 4th St

41 Bungalow Ave

1424 Lincoln Ave

3 Jones Pl

1223 Grand Ave

1416 2nd St

35 Bayo Vista Way

460 Canal St

401 Mission Ave

32-34 Clorinda Ave

104 Martens Blvd

16 Elaine Way

39 Mary St

209 1st St

177 Novato St

523 C St

18 1st St

11-19 Mooring Rd

32-34 Warner Ct

102 Elizabeth Way
San Rafael, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in San Rafael?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| San Rafael Studio Apartments | $2,266 | $1,749 | $2,606 |
| San Rafael 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,206 | $2,095 | $4,631 |
| San Rafael 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,139 | $2,629 | $7,776 |
| San Rafael 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,724 | $3,150 | $8,146 |
How much does it cost to rent a home in San Rafael?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Bedroom Homes | $3,449 | $2,895 | $4,300 |
| 3 Bedroom Homes | $6,668 | $1,500 | $10,000+ |
| 4 Bedroom Homes | $7,043 | $5,600 | $8,900 |
| 5 Bedroom Homes | $17,750 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
| 6 Bedroom Homes | $13,500 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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Frequently Asked Questions about San Rafael
What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in San Rafael, CA?
As of today, September 22, 2026, there are currently 718 available San Rafael apartments priced from $1,749 to $8,146, with an average monthly rent of $3,730.
What San Rafael neighborhoods have the most available apartments?
There are 33 neighborhoods in the San Rafael area with available listings as of today. The three neighborhoods with the most options are Japantown with 7,913 listings, Oakland Hills with 6,804 listings, and East Oakland with 5,012 listings.
How much are Studio apartments in San Rafael?
There are currently 247 Studio Apartments in San Rafael with rent ranges from $1,749 to $2,606 with an average price of $2,266.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom San Rafael Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in San Rafael ranges from $2,095 to $4,631 with an average monthly rent of $3,206.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in San Rafael cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in San Rafael range from $2,629 to $7,776. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $4,139.
How expensive are San Rafael Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 124 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in San Rafael on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $3,150 to $8,146 - averaging $6,724 for the location.
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