Pet Friendly Apartments for Rent in San Rafael, CA (50 Rentals)
Apartments for rent in San Rafael that love your dogs or cats as much as you do!

215 Bayview Apartments

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San Rafael, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in San Rafael?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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San Rafael Pet Friendly Studio Apartments | $2,353 | $1,950 | $2,800 |
San Rafael Pet Friendly 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,936 | $1,749 | $5,991 |
San Rafael Pet Friendly 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,092 | $2,550 | $7,249 |
San Rafael Pet Friendly 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,395 | $3,386 | $8,851 |
San Rafael Pet Friendly 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,333 | $4,200 | $6,600 |
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Pet Friendliest San Rafael Apartments for Rent
The San Rafael Apartment community with the highest ApartmentHomeLiving.com Lifestyle Score for Pet Friendliness is 33 North Apartments in the Civic Center neighborhood with a Pet Friendliness rating of 3.6 of 4. West End Villas in the Downtown San Rafael neighborhood ranks second in Pet Friendliness with a score of 3.4 of 4. Here is today’s list of the most Pet Friendly San Rafael apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Pet Rating | Neighborhood | Priced From |
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33 North Apartments | 3.6/4 | Civic Center | $4,195 |
West End Villas | 3.4/4 | Downtown San Rafael | $2,250 |
215 Bayview Apartments | 3.2/4 | Gerstle Park | $1,950 |
Cheapest Pet Friendly Apartment Rentals in San Rafael, CA
The lowest priced San Rafael apartment at a property that allows pets is the Studio Studio Model at 215 Bayview Apartments in the College Park neighborhood starting from $1,950. The second cheapest San Rafael Pet Friendly apartment is the Plan 3 Model at West End Villas, which is a 1 Bed starting at $2,250 in the College Park neighborhood. Here are the most affordable Pet Friendly San Rafael apartments.
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
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215 Bayview Apartments | Studio | $1,950 |
West End Villas | Plan 3 | $2,250 |
The Meridian | 1x1 | $2,350 |
Terra Linda Manor | 1 Bedroom | $2,399 |
Sommerhill Townhouses | 2 bd | $2,464 |
Highlands of Marin | Napa (A1A) | $2,571 |
Lone Palm Court Apartments | Two bedroom | $2,600 |
One55 Lofts | One Bedroom Live-Work Loft | $2,899 |
33 North Apartments | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | $4,195 |
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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
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Frequently Asked Questions about Pet Friendly San Rafael Apartments
How much is the average rent for a Pet Friendly San Rafael Apartment?
The average rent for a Pet Friendly Apartment in San Rafael is $3,969.
What is the largest Pet Friendly San Rafael Apartment for rent?
Today's Pet Friendly apartment with the most square footage in San Rafael is a 3,000 square feet unit starting from $6,600 at 49 Dominican Dr.
What is the average size for San Rafael Pet Friendly Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Pet Friendly rental in San Rafael is currently at 953 sq ft.
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