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Novato at a Glance

Average Rent

$2,190
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7

School Rating

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Schools in Novato
36

Some Transit

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Somewhat Bikeable

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Novato, CA Apartments for Rent

Novato sits in Marin County along San Pablo Bay in the North Bay region of the San Francisco Bay Area, with a history dating back to Coast Miwok villages and the 1839 Mexican land grant of Rancho Novato. If you're looking for apartments for rent in Novato, you'll discover a city that pairs easy access to natural beauty with suburban conveniences, located directly east of Point Reyes National Seashore and home to major employers like BioMarin Pharmaceutical.

Renting in Novato puts you close to downtown shops and restaurants along Grant Avenue, outdoor recreation at Indian Valley Open Space Preserve and Rush Creek Preserve, and cultural spots including the Novato History Museum and Marin Museum of Contemporary Art. The city offers convenient access to U.S. Route 101, connecting residents to San Francisco to the south and points north through California, while Marin Transit buses and local taxi services provide alternative transportation options. With a median household income of around $107,000 and apartment communities ranging from studios to three-bedrooms, Novato attracts renters seeking a balance between suburban living and Bay Area employment opportunities.

Renting in Novato

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Top Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods in Novato

(For 1 bedroom apartments)
  • Neighborhoods Average Sq Ft Average Rent
  • Downtown Novato 721 Sq Ft $2,761/mo

Getting Around Novato

Transportation

57

Somewhat Walkable

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating
You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you need a car.
56

Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating
You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you'll most likely want your car for most errands.
36

Some Transit

out of 100 TransitScore® Rating
You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.
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Education

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San Marin High

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
1,250 Students
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Novato High

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
1,287 Students
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Sinaloa Middle

Public Middle School

Public
Grades 6-8
693 Students
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San Jose Intermediate

Public Middle School

Public
Grades 6-8
559 Students
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San Ramon Elementary

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-5
456 Students
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Pleasant Valley Elementary

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-5
464 Students
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Olive Elementary

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-5
364 Students
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Lynwood Elementary

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-5
260 Students
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Rancho Elementary

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-5
387 Students

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