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  2. Building Photo - Tidewood
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    1 BED
    $4,097+
    2 BEDS
    $4,892+
    3 BEDS
    $7,277+
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$4,055 - $10,393
    Required Monthly Fees$42
    Utilities & EssentialsVaries
    Total Monthly Price$4,097 - $9,502

    Tidewood

    100 Old Quarry Rd, Larkspur, CA 94939
    (628) 240-1391
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    1 BED
    $4,064+
    2 BEDS
    $4,092+
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$3,864 - $6,059
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$4,064 - $5,343

    Finch at Larkspur

    700 Lincoln Village Cir, Larkspur, CA 94939
    (415) 687-5526
  6. Building Photo - Parkside
    1 BED
    $3,341
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$3,308
    Required Monthly Fees$33
    Utilities & EssentialsVaries
    Total Monthly Price$3,341

    Parkside

    101 Sunnyhills Dr, San Anselmo, CA 94960
    (628) 266-4913
  16. 2 BEDS, 1 BATH
    $3,650
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$3,650
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$3,650

    301 Belle Ave Unit A

    301 Belle Ave, San Rafael, CA 94901
    (628) 240-0484
  21. 1 BED
    $3,850
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$3,850 - $4,000
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$3,850 - $4,000

    9-11 Hillside Ave

    9-11 Hillside Ave, Kentfield, CA 94904
  23. Building Photo - 130 Spring Grove Ave
    1 BED, 1 BATH
    $2,500
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,500
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$2,500

    130 Spring Grove Ave Unit ADU

    130 Spring Grove Ave, San Rafael, CA 94901
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  24. Building Photo - 18 Pepper Way
    4 BEDS, 3.5 BATHS
    $10,000
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$10,000
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$10,000

    18 Pepper Way

    18 Pepper Way, San Rafael, CA 94901
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  25. 3 BEDS, 2.5 BATHS
    $7,500
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$7,500
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$7,500

    452 Riviera Dr

    452 Riviera Dr, San Rafael, CA 94901
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  26. 2 BEDS, 1 BATH
    $3,950
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$3,950
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$3,950

    65 Greenbrae Boardwalk

    65 Greenbrae Boardwalk, Kentfield, CA 94904
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  29. 1 BED, 2 BATHS
    $2,500
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,500
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$2,500

    440 Canal St Unit 2

    440 Canal St, San Rafael, CA 94901
  30. 3 BEDS, 2.5 BATHS
    $6,750
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$6,750
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$6,750

    227 Coleman Dr

    227 Coleman Dr, San Rafael, CA 94901
  42. Building Photo - Hammondale
    1 BED
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    Hammondale

    5 Hammondale Ct, San Rafael, CA 94901
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San Rafael, CA Apartments for Rent

San Rafael, nestled in Marin County, combines natural surroundings with city amenities. Founded in 1817 around Mission San Rafael Arcángel, this county seat enjoys Mediterranean weather with mild temperatures year-round. Outdoor recreation abounds at China Camp State Park and along Big Rock Ridge trails. Located just 16 miles north of the Golden Gate Bridge, San Rafael provides convenient access to San Francisco while maintaining its own distinct character.

San Rafael's rental options span from downtown to Terra Linda, with one-bedroom apartments averaging $2,166 monthly. The San Rafael Transit Center and SMART train service connect residents throughout the Bay Area. The city hosts major employers including BioMarin and Kaiser Permanente, while Dominican University of California enhances the educational landscape. Downtown features the restored Smith Rafael Film Center, and the city's historic architecture reflects its Spanish mission heritage.

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Terra Linda High School

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
1,248 Students
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Terra Linda High

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
1,248 Students
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San Rafael High

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
1,332 Students
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San Rafael High School

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
1,332 Students
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Madrone High Continuation School

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
96 Students
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Miller Creek Middle

Public Middle School

Public
Grades 6-8
620 Students
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Miller Creek Middle School

Public Middle School

Public
Grades 6-8
620 Students
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James B. Davidson Middle

Public Middle School

Public
Grades 6-8
1,052 Students
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James B. Davidson Middle School

Public Middle School

Public
Grades 6-8
1,052 Students
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Sun Valley Elementary

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-5
523 Students
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Sun Valley Elementary School

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-5
523 Students
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Vallecito Elementary

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Public
Grades K-5
408 Students
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Vallecito Elementary School

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Public
Grades K-5
408 Students
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Lucas Valley Elementary

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Public
Grades K-5
315 Students

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Frequently asked questions about renting in San Rafael, CA

What are the average rent costs in San Rafael, CA?

The average rent in San Rafael, CA is $2,217.

What are the average rent costs of a studio apartment in San Rafael, CA?

The average rent for a studio apartment in San Rafael, CA is $1,847.

What are the average rent costs of a one bedroom apartment in San Rafael, CA?

The average rent for a 1 bedroom apartment in San Rafael, CA is $2,217.

What are the average rent costs of a two bedroom apartment in San Rafael, CA?

The average rent for a 2 bedroom apartment in San Rafael, CA is $2,846.

What are the average rent costs of a three bedroom apartment in San Rafael, CA?

The average rent for a 3 bedroom apartment in San Rafael, CA is $3,369.

What are the average rent costs of a four bedroom apartment in San Rafael, CA?

The average rent for a 4 bedroom apartment in San Rafael, CA is $3,894.

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