Cheap Apartments for Rent in San Rafael, CA from $1,200 (21 Rentals)

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Marina Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Marina Apartments

55 Bahia WaySan Rafael, CA 94901
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1476 Lincoln
1 Bedroom Apartments

1476 Lincoln

1476 Lincoln AveSan Rafael, CA 94901

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Northgate Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Northgate Apartments

825 Las Gallinas AveSan Rafael, CA 94903
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Hamilton Woods
1 Bedroom Apartments

Hamilton Woods

1009 Green Oak DrNovato, CA 94949

San Rafael, CA Local Guide

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Cheapest Available San Rafael Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in San Rafael, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Marinian Towers Apartments in the Santa Venetia neighborhood priced from $1,999. Marin Royal Apartments in the College Park neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,999. Here is today’s list of the most affordable San Rafael apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Marinian Towers Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,999
Marin Royal ApartmentsJunior Bottom Floor1BR,1BA$1,999
One55 LoftsStudioStudio,1BA$2,099
West End VillasPlan 31BR,1BA$2,250
Rafael Town Center ApartmentsStudio BStudio,1BA$2,257

Best Value Apartments for Rent in San Rafael, CA

As of March 22, 2025 the best value apartment in the San Rafael area is the $2.95 price per square foot 2 Bedroom 2 Bath Model at 33 North Apartments in the in the Black Canyon neighborhood starting from $3,995. The second greatest value San Rafael apartment is the 28 La Vista Way Model at 28 La Vista Way, Unit 28 starting at $3,000 with a $3.00 price per square foot in the Black Canyon neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for San Rafael apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
33 North Apartments2 Bedroom 2 Bath2BR,2BA$2.95
28 La Vista Way, Unit 2828 La Vista Way2BR,1BA$3.00
Serenity at LarkspurMariner2BR,2BA$3.65
Deer Valley1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$3.64
Sommerhill Townhouses1 bd1BR,1BA$3.65
1 H St1 bedroom Second Level1BR,1BA$3.69
Lone Palm Court ApartmentsOne bedroom1BR,1BA$3.65
Marinian Towers Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$3.22
Terra Linda Manor1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$3.90
2555 Sir Francis Drake Blvd, Unit 232555 Sir Francis Drake Blvd1BR,1BA$3.58

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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 Cheap San Rafael Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in San Rafael?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in San Rafael is at One55 Lofts listed at $2,099.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom San Rafael Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom San Rafael Apartment is $1,999 at Marinian Towers Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom San Rafael Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in San Rafael is starting from $2,464 at Sommerhill Townhouses.

What is the most affordable San Rafael Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap San Rafael Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Marinian Towers Apartments and starts from $3,195.

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