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San Rafael, CA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent a home in San Rafael?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| San Rafael 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,184 | $2,695 | $10,000+ |
| San Rafael 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $7,475 | $4,000 | $10,000+ |
| San Rafael 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $12,709 | $5,850 | $10,000+ |
| San Rafael 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $14,990 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available San Rafael Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in San Rafael, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Marinian Towers Apartments in the Santa Venetia neighborhood priced from $1,999. Marin Royal Apartments in the College Park neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,999. Here is today’s list of the most affordable San Rafael apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marinian Towers Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,999 |
| Marin Royal Apartments | Junior Bottom Floor | 1BR,1BA | $1,999 |
| Park Hill | 1x1B | 1BR,1BA | $2,120 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in San Rafael, CA
As of April 21, 2025 the best value apartment in the San Rafael area is the $2.14 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 San Rafael apartment is the 319 Prospect Dr Model at 319 Prospect Dr, Unit B starting at $5,200 with a $2.81 price per square foot in the Black Canyon neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for San Rafael 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 | $2.14 |
| 319 Prospect Dr, Unit B | 319 Prospect Dr | 4BR,2.5BA | $2.81 |
| 24 E Crescent Dr, Unit 2 | 24 E Crescent Dr | 2BR,1BA | $2.92 |
| 808 A St, Unit ApartmentC | 808 A St | 1BR,1BA | $2.46 |
| Skylark Apartments | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $3.33 |
| The Meridian | 3x2 Large | 3BR,2BA | $3.27 |
| 1224 Sir Francis Drake Blvd, Unit 1222 a | 1224 Sir Francis Drake Blvd | 2BR,2BA | $3.40 |
| 24 La Vista Way, Unit 24 | 24 La Vista Way | 2BR,1BA | $2.90 |
| Lone Palm Court Apartments | Two bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.74 |
| Marinian Towers Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $3.22 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in San Rafael?
There are currently 698 Apartments for Rent in San Rafael, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,749 to $8,792. There are also 38 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in San Rafael ranging from $2,400 to $19,500.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in San Rafael?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in San Rafael ranges from $2,400 to $19,500 with an average monthly rent of $8,418.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in San Rafael?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in San Rafael range from $3,386 to $8,792, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $4,000 to $15,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $5,850 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $4,200.
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