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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly

Location

124 Merrydale Rd, San Rafael, CA 94903, USA|Civic Center
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Management

BLVD Residential Inc.

Leasing office

(844) 262-7807 ext. 5654

Open 

Monday 9:00 am–5:00 pm PT

Property Overview

Marin Gardens is rated highly overall, with strong marks for value, amenities, location, and quality, making it a well-rounded option for renters. It stands out for its competitive pricing, detailed listing photos, outdoor spaces, and pet-friendly access nearby, including pet supply stores and a pet hospital.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

9.3
Excellent
Marin Gardens is an excellent find, offering residents a superior living experience with a wide range of desirable features. Residents will particularly enjoy knowing that this property rated highest in Price and Amenities, which help to make this rental a great place to call home.

Things you’ll love

  • Elementary school nearby
  • High school nearby
  • Less expensive

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

One Bedroom One Bath1 bed1 bath750 sqft$2,000–$2,450 /mo2 units available
Two Bedroom One and One Half Bath2 bed1.5 bath950 sqft$2,800 /mo1 unit available

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Amenities for Marin Gardens

Apartment Amenities

BalconyWalk-in Closet

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
Onsite Laundry

Grounds

Assigned ParkingSwimming Pool

Other

Positive Credit Reporting Available
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

Policies and fees

Applicants

Application Fee

Per-applicant. Agent application fee.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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OPTIONAL FEES

Dog Policy

Allowed
Limit2

Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit2

Cat

Monthly Pet Fee

Monthly. 2 cats max. Pets are welcome! 45 lb limit, 2 pet max, breed restrictions apply. Call for further details.

$35

Dog

Monthly Pet Fee

Monthly. 2 dogs max. Pets are welcome! 45 lb limit, 2 pet max, breed restrictions apply. Call for further details.

$35

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Building details

Property details

Year built1964
Units46
Lease terms6–12 months
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About Marin Gardens

HomeApartments in San RafaelCivic Center Marin Gardens

Marin Gardens cost $2,000–$2,800 per month. A couple amenities for this apartment building include but are not limited to: on-site laundry and swimming pool. Located at 124 Merrydale Rd, San Rafael, CA 94903, USA, Marin Gardens has 1 — 2 bedroom units available. Based on the average rent price of 2 bedrooms in San Rafael, renting an apartment at Marin Gardens is 8% cheaper per month.


Year Built: 1964

Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
9.3
/10
Excellent
Marin Gardens is an excellent find, offering residents a superior living experience with a wide range of desirable features. Residents will particularly enjoy knowing that this property rated highest in Price and Amenities, which help to make this rental a great place to call home.
How we rated Marin Gardens
Price·10A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
Marin Gardens offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·10A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
Marin Gardens stands out as a premier property with an impressive array of amenities and an excellent standard of living. Residents here have access to many of the most popular and desired perks—pets allowed—making this one of the top choices for renters seeking unparalleled comfort and convenience.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Marin Gardens is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·9A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
Marin Gardens has a few standout characteristics that set it apart from similar properties nearby. Having both verified status and features that cater to discerning renters, this is a great option for renters looking for a specific and exceptional lifestyle.
Trustworthiness·7A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
Marin Gardens provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.

Reviews from the web

Showing 4 highest rated

Actually used to live here and it was great.

Juan Pablo Gonzalez

Juan Pablo Gonzalez

Dec 03, 2018

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Ricardo Whitley

Ricardo Whitley

Aug 16, 2019

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Marin Gardens is great for:

Pet owners

  • Outdoor spaces are available at this property
  • 1 pet hospital in the area
  • 2 pet supply stores near the property

Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How Marin Gardens compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 1 mile away
High school nearby
There is a high school 1 mile away
Less expensive
The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Less expensive
The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit
Outdoor space
Easy access to the outdoors
Walk-in closet
More closet space on average

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Rent trends in Civic Center

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 13% lower than 1-bedrooms in Civic Center.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at Marin Gardens to be 3% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in Civic Center.

Median rents as of Jun 6 2026.
Civic Center
San Rafael
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in San Rafael
MonthMedian Rent
June 2024$2,406
July 2024$2,397
August 2024$2,395
September 2024$2,386
October 2024$2,322
November 2024$2,387
December 2024$2,454
January 2025$2,489
February 2025$2,495
March 2025$2,406
April 2025$2,371
May 2025$2,436
June 2025$2,360
July 2025$2,330
August 2025$2,465
September 2025$2,495
October 2025$2,440
November 2025$2,455
December 2025$2,495
January 2026$2,426
February 2026$2,405
March 2026$2,370
April 2026$2,367
May 2026$2,422
June 2026$2,495
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Civic Center
MonthMedian Rent
June 2024$2,295
July 2024$2,295
August 2024$2,305
September 2024$2,257
October 2024$2,332
November 2024$2,395
December 2024$2,395
January 2025$2,320
February 2025$2,245
March 2025$2,195
September 2025$2,395
November 2025$2,395
December 2025$2,395
January 2026$2,395
February 2026$2,348
March 2026$2,295
April 2026$2,295
May 2026$2,295

Affordability calculator

Can I afford to live at 124 Merrydale Rd?

Bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$80,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $80,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $2,000.
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Schools near Marin Gardens

Venetia Valley K-8 School

177 n san pedro rd

san rafael, CA, 94903

K-8Public
C+

Marin County Special Education

1111 las gallinas ave

san rafael, CA, 94903

K-12Public

Ross Elementary School

9 lagunitas rd

ross, CA, 94957

K-8Public
A+

Cove

330 golden hind passage

corte madera, CA, 94925

K-5Public
A

Bayside Martin Luther King Jr. Academy

200 phillips dr

sausalito, CA, 94965

K-8Public
B-
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Neighborhood

Civic Center | San Rafael, CA

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around San Rafael near 124 Merrydale Rd

Walking

5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

8/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Cycling

4/10
This is semi-bikeable, but you’ll need another way of getting around.

Transit

5/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.

Points of interest for 124 Merrydale Rd, San Rafael

Groceries

7/10
At least one supermarket within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

5/10
Several shops within walking distance

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

4/10
At least one elementary school within a 20-minute walk

High schools

5/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk

Parks

9/10
Exceptionally large amount of park space within a few minutes’ walk

Nightlife

1/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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