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West San Rafael, San Rafael, CA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in West San Rafael?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| West San Rafael Studio Apartments | $2,800 | $2,800 | $2,800 |
| West San Rafael 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,656 | $1,699 | $3,900 |
| West San Rafael 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,667 | $2,600 | $5,500 |
| West San Rafael 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,450 | $4,450 | $4,450 |
| West San Rafael 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,800 | $4,400 | $5,200 |
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Cheapest Available West San Rafael Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the West San Rafael area of San Francisco, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Marinian Towers Apartments priced from $1,999. Park Hill has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,120. Here are the most affordable West San Rafael 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 |
| Park Hill | 1x1B | 1BR,1BA | $2,120 |
| One55 Lofts | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,148 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in West San Rafael, CA
As of April 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the West 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 West San Rafael apartment is the 119 Bolinas Rd Model at 119 Bolinas Rd, Unit A starting at $4,400 with a $3.14 price per square foot in the West San Rafael neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for West 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 |
| 119 Bolinas Rd, Unit A | 119 Bolinas Rd | 4BR,1BA | $3.14 |
| 1224 Sir Francis Drake Blvd, Unit 1222 a | 1224 Sir Francis Drake Blvd | 2BR,2BA | $3.40 |
| 1222 Sir Francis Drake Blvd, Unit Jimmy Bastos | 1222 Sir Francis Drake Blvd | 2BR,2BA | $3.20 |
| Lone Palm Court Apartments | Two bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.74 |
| One55 Lofts | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $3.90 |
| Deer Valley | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.64 |
| Highlands of Marin | Napa (A1A) | 1BR,1BA | $3.88 |
| Marinian Towers Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $3.22 |
| Terra Linda Manor | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.90 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap West San Rafael Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom West San Rafael Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom West San Rafael Apartment is $1,999 at Marinian Towers Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom West San Rafael Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in West San Rafael is starting from $2,600 at Lone Palm Court Apartments.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting
Written by: Andrea Lee Negroni, JD
While many apartment buildings are “no smoking” properties, it’s hard to know exactly how many. In 2017, the National Apartment Association reported more than half of rental properties had smoke free policies.