
Cheap 1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Canal Neighborhood of San Rafael, CA from $1,810 (6 Rentals)


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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Canal?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
---|---|---|---|
Canal Studio Apartments | $2,359 | $2,150 | $2,729 |
Canal 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,305 | $1,810 | $6,139 |
Canal 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,376 | $2,550 | $7,249 |
Canal 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,641 | $3,386 | $8,867 |
Canal 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,200 | $4,200 | $4,200 |
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Getting Around the Canal Neighborhood in San Rafael, CA
Walk Score®
67 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
65 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
41 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Canal Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Canal?
The cheapest apartment in Canal is The Meridian which is listed at $2,350, while the average apartment in Canal costs $5,979.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Canal?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 21 regular apartments in Canal that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Canal?
Cheap apartments in Canal have an average cost of $643 which is $5,336 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Canal.
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