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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West San Rafael Neighborhood of San Rafael, CA from $1,800 (14 Rentals)
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One55 Lofts
155 Andersen DrSan Rafael, CA 94901
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Lone Palm Court Apartments
840 C StSan Rafael, CA 94901
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Highlands of Marin
1001 Cresta WaySan Rafael, CA 94903
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from $2,399Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Terra Linda Manor
101 Nova Albion WaySan Rafael, CA 94903
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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 | $2,150 | $2,150 | $2,150 |
| West San Rafael 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,633 | $2,050 | $3,900 |
| West San Rafael 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,646 | $2,700 | $5,500 |
| West San Rafael 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,350 | $4,350 | $4,350 |
| West San Rafael 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,400 | $4,400 | $4,400 |
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There are currently 14 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the West San Rafael Neighborhood of San Rafael, CA.
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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 Loft | 1BR,1BA | $2,199 |
| 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 West San Rafael, CA
As of March 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the West San Rafael area is the $3.14 price per square foot 119 Bolinas Rd Model at 119 Bolinas Rd, Unit A in the in the West San Rafael neighborhood starting from $4,400. The second greatest value West San Rafael apartment is the 2 Bedroom 2 Bath Model at 33 North Apartments starting at $3,995 with a $3.01 price per square foot in the Black Canyon 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 119 Bolinas Rd, Unit A | 119 Bolinas Rd | 4BR,1BA | $3.14 |
| 33 North Apartments | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $3.01 |
| 1222 Sir Francis Drake Blvd, Unit Jimmy Bastos | 1222 Sir Francis Drake Blvd | 2BR,2BA | $3.50 |
| The Oaktops Apartments | 251 | 1BR,1BA | $3.52 |
| Deer Valley | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.64 |
| 1 H St | 1 bedroom Second Level | 1BR,1BA | $3.69 |
| Highlands of Marin | Napa (A1A) | 1BR,1BA | $4.12 |
| 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 |
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ApartmentHomeLiving brings you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of rentals in cities across the United States including West San Rafael, San Rafael, and the greater San Francisco area. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for convenient access to the outdoors, luxury amenities, pet-friendly features, family-friendly amenities, proximity to transit, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap West San Rafael Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in West San Rafael?
The cheapest apartment in West San Rafael is Marinian Towers Apartments which is listed at $1,999, while the average apartment in West San Rafael costs $4,400.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in West San Rafael?
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 2 regular apartments in West San Rafael that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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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.