Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Smith Ranch Neighborhood of San Rafael, CA from $1,900 (16 Rentals)

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Deer Valley
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Deer Valley

2500 Deer Valley RdSan Rafael, CA 94903
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McInnis Park
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

McInnis Park

10-90 North AveSan Rafael, CA 94903
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Bella Vista
2 Bedroom Apartments

Bella Vista

255 Channing WaySan Rafael, CA 94903

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Hamilton Woods
1 Bedroom Apartments

Hamilton Woods

1009 Green Oak DrNovato, CA 94949
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2 Clay Ct
2 Bedroom Apartments

2 Clay Ct

2 Clay CtNovato, CA 94949
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Pacheco Villas
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Pacheco Villas

9 Clay CtNovato, CA 94949
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30 Clay Ct
2 Bedroom Apartments

30 Clay Ct

30 Clay CtNovato, CA 94949
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Oma Village
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Oma Village

5358 Nave DrNovato, CA 94949
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Smith Ranch, San Rafael, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Smith Ranch Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Smith Ranch area of San Francisco, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Marinian Towers Apartments priced from $1,999. Terra Linda Manor has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,399. Here are the most affordable Smith Ranch apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Marinian Towers Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,999
Terra Linda Manor1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,399
Deer Valley1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2,572
Highlands of MarinNapa (A1A)1BR,1BA$2,679
McInnis ParkAspen2BR,1BA$3,075

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Smith Ranch, CA

As of March 22, 2025 the best value apartment in the Smith Ranch 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 Smith Ranch apartment is the 1 Bed 1 Bath Model at Deer Valley starting at $2,572 with a $3.64 price per square foot in the Santa Venetia neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Smith Ranch apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
33 North Apartments2 Bedroom 2 Bath2BR,2BA$2.95
Deer Valley1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$3.64
McInnis ParkBirch1BR,1BA$4.58
Highlands of MarinNapa (A1A)1BR,1BA$4.12
Marinian Towers Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$3.22
Terra Linda Manor1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$3.90

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Smith Ranch, San Rafael, CA

Ranked #6

Among neighborhoods in San Rafael, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the Smith Ranch Neighborhood in San Rafael, CA

Walk Score®

51 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

34 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

39 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Smith Ranch Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Smith Ranch Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Smith Ranch Apartment is $1,999 at Marinian Towers Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Smith Ranch Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Smith Ranch is starting from $2,750 at Marinian Towers Apartments.

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