3 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in San Rafael, CA (105 Rentals)

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Deer Valley
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Deer Valley

2500 Deer Valley RdSan Rafael, CA 94903
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171 Novato St
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171 Novato St

171 Novato StSan Rafael, CA 94901

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1851 2nd St
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1851 2nd St

1851 2nd StSan Rafael, CA 94901
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33 Sunset Way
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33 Sunset Way

33 Sunset WaySan Rafael, CA 94901
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Bayo Vista Apartments
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Bayo Vista Apartments

100 Bayo Vista WaySan Rafael, CA 94901
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Portofino Riviera
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Portofino Riviera

220 Canal StSan Rafael, CA 94901
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12-20 Pacheco St
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12-20 Pacheco St

12-20 Pacheco StSan Rafael, CA 94901
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23 Bayo Vista Way
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23 Bayo Vista Way

23 Bayo Vista WaySan Rafael, CA 94901
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39 Mary St
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39 Mary St

39 Mary StSan Rafael, CA 94901
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209 1st St
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209 1st St

209 1st StSan Rafael, CA 94901
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177 Novato St
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177 Novato St

177 Novato StSan Rafael, CA 94901
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523 C St
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523 C St

523 C StSan Rafael, CA 94901
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4 Elaine Way
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4 Elaine Way

4 Elaine WaySan Rafael, CA 94901
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206-208 C St
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206-208 C St

206-208 C StSan Rafael, CA 94901
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1841 Second St
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1841 Second St

1841 Second StSan Rafael, CA 94901
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5 Charlotte Dr
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5 Charlotte Dr

5 Charlotte DrSan Rafael, CA 94901
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234 D St
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234 D St

234 D StSan Rafael, CA 94901
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8 Elaine Way
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8 Elaine Way

8 Elaine WaySan Rafael, CA 94901
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212 Woodland Ave
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212 Woodland Ave

212 Woodland AveSan Rafael, CA 94901
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239-243 Union St
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239-243 Union St

239-243 Union StSan Rafael, CA 94901
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105-109 Ross St
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105-109 Ross St

105-109 Ross StSan Rafael, CA 94901
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11 Woodland Pl
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11 Woodland Pl

11 Woodland PlSan Rafael, CA 94901
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120 Park St
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120 Park St

120 Park StSan Rafael, CA 94901
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1553 Lincoln Ave
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1553 Lincoln Ave

1553 Lincoln AveSan Rafael, CA 94901
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11 Bungalow Ave
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11 Bungalow Ave

11 Bungalow AveSan Rafael, CA 94901
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633 Mission Ave
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633 Mission Ave

633 Mission AveSan Rafael, CA 94901
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182 Mission Ave
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182 Mission Ave

182 Mission AveSan Rafael, CA 94901
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16 Charlotte Dr
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16 Charlotte Dr

16 Charlotte DrSan Rafael, CA 94901
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27 Harbor St
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27 Harbor St

27 Harbor StSan Rafael, CA 94901
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1710 Lincoln Ave
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1710 Lincoln Ave

1710 Lincoln AveSan Rafael, CA 94901
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423 1st St
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423 1st St

423 1st StSan Rafael, CA 94901
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142 Park St
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142 Park St

142 Park StSan Rafael, CA 94901

San Rafael, CA Local Guide

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Largest Available San Rafael 3 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 3 Bedroom apartment unit in San Rafael, CA is found at Preserve at Marin in the Canal neighborhood and is 1,549 square feet priced from $6,542. Skylark Apartments in the College Park neighborhood has the second largest 3 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,350 square feet and currently listed start at $4,664. Here is today’s list of the largest available 3 Bedroom units in San Rafael:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Preserve at MarinSteep Ravine Premier1,549 Sq Ft$6,542
Skylark Apartments3x21,350 Sq Ft$4,664
Marinian Towers Apartments3BR/2.0BA1,160 Sq Ft$3,195

Cheapest Available San Rafael 3 Bedroom Apartments

As of March 25, 2025 the lowest priced 3 Bedroom apartment unit in San Rafael, CA is the 3BR/2.0BA Model starting from $3,195 at Marinian Towers Apartments in the Santa Venetia neighborhood. The second most affordable San Rafael 3 Bedroom is the 3x2 Model at Skylark Apartments starting at $4,664 in the College Park neighborhood. The average price for all 3 Bedroom apartments in San Rafael is currently $5,228. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 3 Bedroom options in San Rafael:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Marinian Towers Apartments3BR/2.0BA$3,195
Skylark Apartments3x2$4,664
Preserve at MarinDipsea$5,810

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San Rafael Overview

Known as 'the city with a mission', San Rafael is located in the northern bay area of California, just a hop and a skip from San Francisco and boasting a budding population of close to 60,000 residents. Flush with culture, nightlife and natural beauty to spare, this sunny locale is a winning destination for good reason.

Why live in San Rafael, CA?

With a great economic base thanks to local technology employers such as Comcast, Telltale Games and Stormfront Studios, San Rafael rentals are an excellent place to live and work. Offering plenty of that world-famous California weather, as well as a mouth-watering array of cuisine, this west coast hot spot is an ideal locale for a variety of lifestyles.

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Getting Around San Rafael, CA

Walk Score®

76 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

60 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

45 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about 3 Bedroom San Rafael Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in San Rafael with 3 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 3 Bedroom in San Rafael is at Marinian Towers Apartments listed at $3,195.

How much is the average rent for a 3 Bedroom San Rafael Apartment?

The average rent for a 3 Bedroom Apartment in San Rafael is $5,228.

What is the largest available 3 Bedroom San Rafael Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in San Rafael is a 1,549 square feet unit starting from $6,542 at Preserve at Marin.

What is the average size for San Rafael 3 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 3 Bedroom rental in San Rafael is currently 1,575 sq ft.

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