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Rental terms in San Rafael as short as a month! Perfect when you can't commit to a full year of renting.
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Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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San Rafael Short-term Studio Apartments | $2,373 | $2,150 | $2,553 |
San Rafael Short-term 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,786 | $1,999 | $6,275 |
San Rafael Short-term 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,258 | $2,700 | $6,757 |
San Rafael Short-term 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,267 | $3,386 | $8,143 |
San Rafael Short-term 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,400 | $4,400 | $4,400 |
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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.
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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Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Some bike infrastructure
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Currently the most affordable Short-term Apartment in San Rafael is at One55 Lofts listed at $2,199.
The average rent for a Short-term Apartment in San Rafael is $3,690.
Today's Short-term apartment with the most square footage in San Rafael is a 2,279 square feet unit starting from $2,199 at One55 Lofts.
The average size for a Short-term rental in San Rafael is currently at 498 sq ft.
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.
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