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The Meridian
400 Canal StSan Rafael, CA 94901
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Canal Neighborhood of San Rafael, CA from $1,800 (8 Rentals)
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One55 Lofts
155 Andersen DrSan Rafael, CA 94901
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Sommerhill Townhouses
30 Novato StSan Rafael, CA 94901
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Furnished Studio-San Rafael - Francisco Bl
1775 Francisco Blvd ESan Rafael, CA 94901
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from $2,467Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Skylark Apartments
14 Skylark DrLarkspur, CA 94939
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Serenity at Larkspur
700 Lincoln Village CirLarkspur, CA 94939
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Madera Valley Apartments
1495 Casa Buena DrCorte Madera, CA 94925
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Canal, San Rafael, CA Local Guide
Aerial view of the Canal Area in San Rafael, California, USA by Robert Campbell, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is licensed under Internal
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Canal?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Canal Studio Apartments | $2,267 | $1,950 | $2,553 |
| Canal 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,219 | $2,150 | $6,120 |
| Canal 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,188 | $2,350 | $6,687 |
| Canal 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,118 | $3,300 | $8,088 |
| Canal 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,000 | $4,000 | $4,000 |
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Cheapest Available Canal Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Canal area of San Francisco, CA is a Studio unit found at One55 Lofts priced from $2,099. Sommerhill Townhouses has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $2,464. Here are the most affordable Canal apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| One55 Lofts | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,099 |
| Sommerhill Townhouses | 2 bd | 2BR,1BA | $2,464 |
| Skylark Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,467 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Canal, CA
As of March 22, 2025 the best value apartment in the Canal area is the $4.22 price per square foot Steep Ravine Premier Model at Preserve at Marin in the in the Canal neighborhood starting from $6,542. The second greatest value Canal apartment is the 2 Bedroom 2 Bath Model at 33 North Apartments starting at $3,995 with a $2.95 price per square foot in the Black Canyon neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Canal apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Preserve at Marin | Steep Ravine Premier | 3BR,2BA | $4.22 |
| 33 North Apartments | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.95 |
| Bell Mt. Tam | B2G | 2BR,2BA | $3.90 |
| Serenity at Larkspur | Mariner | 2BR,2BA | $3.65 |
| Larkspur Courts | Sapphire | 1BR,1BA | $4.97 |
| Sommerhill Townhouses | 1 bd | 1BR,1BA | $3.65 |
| Skylark Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $4.20 |
| One55 Lofts | One Bedroom Loft | 1BR,1BA | $4.72 |
| Furnished Studio-San Rafael - Francisco Bl | Furnished Studio-San Rafael - Francisco Bl... | Studio ,1BA | $8.51 |
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4.0Pet Friendly
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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- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Canal Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Canal?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Canal is under $5,810.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Canal?
The cheapest apartment in Canal is One55 Lofts which is listed at $2,244, while the average apartment in Canal costs $4,809.
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 595 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 $865 which is $3,944 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Canal.
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