
Apartments for Rent in the Downtown San Rafael Neighborhood of San Rafael, CA (129 Rentals)


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Downtown San Rafael, San Rafael, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown San Rafael?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Downtown San Rafael Studio Apartments | $2,205 | $1,920 | $2,350 |
Downtown San Rafael 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,701 | $2,050 | $3,900 |
Downtown San Rafael 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,574 | $2,700 | $5,500 |
Downtown San Rafael 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,217 | $3,386 | $4,809 |
Downtown San Rafael 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,400 | $4,400 | $4,400 |
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Lifestyle Ratings
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Getting Around the Downtown San Rafael Neighborhood in San Rafael, CA
Walk Score®
97 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
72 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
52 / 100
Good Transit
Many nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown San Rafael
How much are Studio apartments in Downtown San Rafael?
There are currently 38 Studio Apartments in Downtown San Rafael with rent ranges from $1,920 to $2,350 with an average price of $2,205.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Downtown San Rafael Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Downtown San Rafael ranges from $2,050 to $3,900 with an average monthly rent of $2,701.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown San Rafael cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Downtown San Rafael range from $2,700 to $5,500. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $3,574.
How expensive are Downtown San Rafael Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 24 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Downtown San Rafael on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $3,386 to $4,809 - averaging $4,217 for the location.
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