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8 Woodland Pl, Unit Woodland Front
8 Woodland PlSan Rafael, CA 94901
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214 Bayview StSan Rafael, CA 94901
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155 Andersen DrSan Rafael, CA 94901
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840 C StSan Rafael, CA 94901
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1001 Cresta WaySan Rafael, CA 94903
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101 Nova Albion WaySan Rafael, CA 94903
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Fairhills, San Rafael, CA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Fairhills?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fairhills Studio Apartments | $2,154 | $1,895 | $2,453 |
| Fairhills 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,812 | $2,050 | $5,222 |
| Fairhills 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,787 | $2,700 | $6,740 |
| Fairhills 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,568 | $3,386 | $8,105 |
| Fairhills 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,500 | $4,400 | $6,600 |
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Cheapest Available Fairhills Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Fairhills area of San Francisco, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Marinian Towers Apartments priced from $1,999. Rafael Town Center Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,232. Here are the most affordable Fairhills apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marinian Towers Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,999 |
| Rafael Town Center Apartments | Studio B | Studio,1BA | $2,232 |
| One55 Lofts | One Bedroom Loft | 1BR,1BA | $2,244 |
| West End Villas | Plan 3 | 1BR,1BA | $2,250 |
| Lone Palm Court Apartments | One bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,300 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Fairhills, CA
As of March 26, 2025 the best value apartment in the Fairhills area is the $2.95 price per square foot 2 Bedroom 2 Bath Model at 33 North Apartments in the in the Black Canyon neighborhood starting from $3,995. The second greatest value Fairhills apartment is the 3x2 Large Model at The Meridian starting at $4,045 with a $3.44 price per square foot in the South Larkspur neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Fairhills apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 33 North Apartments | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.95 |
| The Meridian | 3x2 Large | 3BR,2BA | $3.44 |
| 28 La Vista Way, Unit 28 | 28 La Vista Way | 2BR,1BA | $3.00 |
| The Oaktops Apartments | 251 | 1BR,1BA | $3.52 |
| Sommerhill Townhouses | 1 bd | 1BR,1BA | $3.65 |
| 1 H St | 1 bedroom Second Level | 1BR,1BA | $3.69 |
| Lone Palm Court Apartments | One bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.65 |
| Marinian Towers Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $3.22 |
| Terra Linda Manor | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.90 |
| 1202 Nye St, Unit D | 1202 Nye St | 1BR,1BA | $4.00 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleFairhills, San Rafael, CA
Ranked #12
Among neighborhoods in San Rafael, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Fairhills, San Rafael, CA
Sun Valley Elementary
San Rafael City Elementary School District
Public School - Grades K-5 (473)
7 out of 10
James B. Davidson Middle
San Rafael City Elementary School District
Public School - Grades 6-8 (1063)
6 out of 10
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Best Local Schools in Fairhills, San Rafael, CA
Sun Valley Elementary
San Rafael City Elementary School District
Public School - Grades K-5 (473)
7 out of 10
James B. Davidson Middle
San Rafael City Elementary School District
Public School - Grades 6-8 (1063)
6 out of 10
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Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of neighborhoods, metropolitan areas, and rental properties across California and customized analysis for North San Francisco, CA. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, luxury amenities, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, places that make kids happy, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.
Getting Around the Fairhills Neighborhood in San Rafael, CA
Walk Score®
63 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
41 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
40 / 100
Some Transit
A few 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 Cheap Fairhills Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Fairhills?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Fairhills is under $2,464.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Fairhills?
The cheapest apartment in Fairhills is Marinian Towers Apartments which is listed at $1,999, while the average apartment in Fairhills costs $5,500.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Fairhills?
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 301 regular apartments in Fairhills 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 Fairhills?
Cheap apartments in Fairhills have an average cost of $405 which is $5,095 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Fairhills.
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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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