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  2. Building Photo - Finch at Larkspur
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    1 BED
    $2,850+
    2 BEDS
    $3,400+
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,850 - $3,800
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$2,850 - $3,800

    Finch at Larkspur

    700 Lincoln Village Cir, Larkspur, CA 94939
    (415) 687-5526
  3. Rent Special
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    1 BED
    $3,270+
    2 BEDS
    $4,360+
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$3,265 - $6,934
    Required Monthly Fees$4
    Utilities & EssentialsVaries
    Total Monthly Price$3,269 - $6,938

    Larkspur Courts

    100 Old Quarry Rd, Larkspur, CA 94939
    (628) 240-1391
  25. FULLY URNISHED Condominium - 72 Surrey Ln
    2 BEDS, 2 BATHS
    $4,200
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$4,200
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$4,200

    72 Surrey Ln Unit 72 Surrey Lane

    72 Surrey Ln, San Rafael, CA 94903
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  26. 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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  27. 1 BED, 1 BATH
    $2,300
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,300
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$2,300

    511 D St Unit A

    511 D St, San Rafael, CA 94901
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  28. 1 BED, 1.5 BATHS
    $3,450
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$3,450
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$3,450

    229 W End Ave Unit 2

    229 W End Ave, San Rafael, CA 94901
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  30. Rent Special
    Rent Special
    1 BED, 1 BATH
    $2,400
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,400
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$2,400

    1441 Lincoln Ave Unit B

    1441 Lincoln Ave, San Rafael, CA 94901
  31. 1 BED, 1 BATH
    $2,200
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,200
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$2,200

    190 Union St Unit B

    190 Union St, San Rafael, CA 94901
  32. STUDIO, 1 BATH
    $2,295
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,295
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$2,295

    81 Angela Ave

    81 Angela Ave, San Anselmo, CA 94960
  33. Building Photo - 30 Novato St
    1 BED, 1 BATH
    $2,464

    30 Novato St

    30 Novato St, San Rafael, CA 94901
  37. 3 BEDS, 1.5 BATHS
    $4,150

    908 Lea Dr

    908 Lea Dr, San Rafael, CA 94903
  42. 2 BEDS, 2 BATHS
    $3,500

    39 Forest Ln

    39 Forest Ln, San Rafael, CA 94903
  43. Building Photo - 315 1st St
    1 BED, 1 BATH
    $2,385

    315 1st St

    315 1st St, San Rafael, CA 94901
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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

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Grades 9-12
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San Rafael High

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Public
Grades 9-12
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Madrone High Continuation School

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
Students
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Marin School of Environmental Leadership

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
90 Students
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Phoenix Academy

Public High School

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Grades 9-12
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Miller Creek Middle

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Public
Grades 6-8
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James B. Davidson Middle

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Public
Grades 6-8
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Sun Valley Elementary

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Grades K-5
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Vallecito Elementary

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Grades K-5
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Lucas Valley Elementary

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Laurel Dell Elementary

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Coleman Elementary

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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 $2,219.

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 $1,842.

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 $2,219.

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 $2,833.

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 $3,306.

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 $3,874.

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