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1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,747–$3,359
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1 bed
1 bath
$7,032
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Lincoln - San Rafael Hill apartment for rent in San Rafael
1821 Lincoln Ave #315A, San Rafael, CA 94901
In-unit laundry | On-site laundry | Assigned parking
1 bed
1 bath
$2,395
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12h ago
Gerstle Park apartment for rent in San Rafael
212 Marin St #212, San Rafael, CA 94901
In-unit laundry | On-site laundry | Assigned parking
2 beds
1 bath
$2,995
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15h ago
1–2 beds
1 bath
$2,000–$2,800
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Available May 12
17h ago
2–4 beds
1–3 baths
$2,950–$5,000
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21h ago
Studio–3 beds
1–2 baths
$2,340–$4,095
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1d ago
Terra Linda apartment for rent in San Rafael
225 Nova Albion Way #41, San Rafael, CA 94903
In-unit laundry | On-site laundry | Balcony
2 beds
2 baths
$3,295
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Terra Linda apartment for rent in San Rafael
225 Nova Albion Way #28, San Rafael, CA 94903
In-unit laundry | On-site laundry | Assigned parking
1 bed
1 bath
$2,795
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1d ago
Montecito - Happy Valley apartment for rent in San Rafael
2 beds
2.5 baths
$3,995
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Outdoor Space
On-Site Laundry
Assigned Parking
In-Unit Laundry
3d ago
Sun Valley house for rent in San Rafael
4 beds
2 baths
$5,500
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Available May 22
3d ago
Terra Linda house for rent in San Rafael
4 beds
2 baths
$5,500
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Available May 8
3d ago
Gerstle Park apartment for rent in San Rafael
Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Assigned parking
1 bed
1 bath
$2,485
$2,385
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Available Apr 18
3d ago
Smith Ranch apartment for rent in San Rafael
Swimming pool | Residents lounge | Outdoor space
2 beds
1 bath
$3,525
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4d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$2,900
Price drop
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5d+ ago
Domincan - Black Canyon house for rent in San Rafael
5 beds
4.5 baths
$13,000
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5d+ ago
Studio
1 bath
$1,795
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
2 beds
1 bath
$2,850
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
1 bed
1 bath
$2,895
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,975–$2,175
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5d+ ago
California Park house for rent in San Rafael
32 Oakhurst Rd #NA, San Rafael, CA 94901
In-unit laundry | Furnished | On-site laundry
3 beds
3 baths
$7,950
$7,450
Price drop
House for rent
Available May 1
5d+ ago
Terra Linda apartment for rent in San Rafael
125 Nova Albion Way, San Rafael, CA 94903
On-site laundry | Swimming pool | Carpet
1 bed
1 bath
$2,500
$2,400
Price drop
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Available Jun 15
5d+ ago
Canal apartment for rent in San Rafael
Studio
0 baths
$2,600
Apartment for rent
Available May 1
5d+ ago
North San Rafael Commercial Center apartment for rent in San Rafael
108 Professional Center Pkwy #402, San Rafael, CA 94903
On-site laundry | Balcony | Elevator
3 beds
2 baths
$3,195
Apartment for rent
Available Mar 1
5d+ ago
North San Rafael Commercial Center apartment for rent in San Rafael
108 Professional Center Pkwy #310, San Rafael, CA 94903
On-site laundry | Balcony | Elevator
3 beds
2 baths
$3,195
Apartment for rent
Available Jan 5
5d+ ago
Downtown San Rafael apartment for rent in San Rafael
5 F St, San Rafael, CA 94901
In-unit laundry | On-site laundry | Hardwood floor
1 bed
1 bath
$2,100
Apartment for rent
Available May 1
5d+ ago
Lincoln - San Rafael Hill apartment for rent in San Rafael
1821 Lincoln Ave #216, San Rafael, CA 94901
In-unit laundry | On-site laundry | Assigned parking
1 bed
1 bath
$2,395
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5d+ ago
Gerstle Park apartment for rent in San Rafael
1 bed
1 bath
$2,525
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5d+ ago
Civic Center apartment for rent in San Rafael
19 Merrydale Rd #16, San Rafael, CA 94903
In-unit laundry | On-site laundry | Assigned parking
1 bed
1 bath
$2,495
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Downtown San Rafael condo for rent in San Rafael
2 beds
2.5 baths
$4,850
Condo for rent
Available May 11
5d+ ago
Downtown San Rafael apartment for rent in San Rafael
In-unit laundry | Garage parking | On-site laundry
1 bed
1.5 baths
$3,650
$3,350
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5d+ ago
Mont Marin - San Rafael Park apartment for rent in San Rafael
2 beds
1.5 baths
$2,842
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5d+ ago
Mont Marin - San Rafael Park apartment for rent in San Rafael
2 beds
1 bath
$3,025
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5d+ ago
North San Rafael Commercial Center condo for rent in San Rafael
2 beds
1.5 baths
$3,300
Condo for rent
5d+ ago
Mont Marin - San Rafael Park apartment for rent in San Rafael
1 bed
1 bath
$2,550
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5d+ ago
Mont Marin - San Rafael Park apartment for rent in San Rafael
2 beds
1 bath
$3,150
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5d+ ago
Mont Marin - San Rafael Park apartment for rent in San Rafael
2 beds
1 bath
$2,750
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5d+ ago
Mont Marin - San Rafael Park apartment for rent in San Rafael
2 beds
1 bath
$2,750
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5d+ ago
Mont Marin - San Rafael Park apartment for rent in San Rafael
1 bed
1 bath
$2,450
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5d+ ago
Mont Marin - San Rafael Park apartment for rent in San Rafael
2 beds
1 bath
$2,995
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5d+ ago
Mont Marin - San Rafael Park apartment for rent in San Rafael
3 beds
1 bath
$3,550
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5d+ ago
Mont Marin - San Rafael Park apartment for rent in San Rafael
3 beds
1 bath
$3,350
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5d+ ago
Mont Marin - San Rafael Park apartment for rent in San Rafael
1 bed
1 bath
$2,550
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5d+ ago
Mont Marin - San Rafael Park apartment for rent in San Rafael
1 bed
1 bath
$2,550
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5d+ ago
Mont Marin - San Rafael Park apartment for rent in San Rafael
2 beds
1 bath
$2,850
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5d+ ago
Mont Marin - San Rafael Park apartment for rent in San Rafael
2 beds
1 bath
$2,850
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5d+ ago
Mont Marin - San Rafael Park apartment for rent in San Rafael
1 bed
1 bath
$2,650
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5d+ ago
Mont Marin - San Rafael Park apartment for rent in San Rafael
2 beds
1 bath
$3,050
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5d+ ago
Mont Marin - San Rafael Park apartment for rent in San Rafael
2 beds
2 baths
$3,050
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5d+ ago
Mont Marin - San Rafael Park apartment for rent in San Rafael
1 bed
1 bath
$2,100
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San Rafael residents appreciate the city's blend of urban amenities and access to nature, highlighting its proximity to parks and hiking trails. The downtown area features a variety of restaurants and shops, which locals often enjoy. Schools in the area receive praise for their quality, making it a consideration for families. However, some residents note that traffic can be a challenge, particularly during peak hours, and that rental prices are on the higher end. Overall, San Rafael offers a lively atmosphere with many conveniences, although financial considerations are a common concern.
San Rafael's 2025 rental market shows 1-bedroom apartments averaging around $2,400 per month, while 2-bedroom units average around $3,200 per month. These figures reflect the current pricing in this Marin County community, with 1-bedrooms and 2-bedrooms each representing 35% of the available rental inventory.
Rents in San Rafael, CA have remained relatively stable, with a slight increase of about 0.5% overall. Specifically, 1-bedroom rents increased by 2.5%, while 2-bedroom rents rose by 0.5%.
December represents the optimal time to search for apartments in San Rafael, offering both the lowest seasonal rents and the least competitive rental environment. July sees the highest rents while December has the lowest, with approximately a 10% difference between peak and off-peak months, and January emerges as the most competitive month with higher demand.
Smith Ranch and North San Rafael Commercial Center lead San Rafael's rental market with strong walk scores and well-developed street infrastructure that promote social connectivity. Canal generates 1.37 times more consumer interest than the market average, while Civic Center draws 1.34 times more interest, and these high-demand neighborhoods typically command around $3,050 per month for 1-bedroom apartments.
Civic Center offers the most affordable option at around $2,330 per month, followed by Downtown San Rafael at around $2,350 per month and Gerstle Park at around $2,390 per month. Terra Linda provides another budget-friendly choice with median rents around $2,870, and Gerstle Park shows median pricing around $2,920, all positioned below the city median.
San Rafael caters well to pet owners, with 54% of rental listings offering pet-friendly policies. Terra Linda and Downtown San Rafael particularly welcome pet owners with apartments featuring pet flooring, pet-safe windows, and policies with no breed restrictions, while North San Rafael Commercial Center provides pet waste facilities alongside other community amenities.
Utilities are rarely included in San Rafael rental properties, appearing in less than 1% of total listings across all apartment types. Among the approximately 114 monthly listings, only about 4 properties typically include utilities as part of the rent, with 2-bedroom apartments showing the highest rate at less than 1% of available units.
Zumper’s proprietary rental data fuels our analysis. Rent and market trends, availability, neighborhood popularity, and lifestyle scores are all calculated using real-time and 2024 rental inventory and prices.
Our Lifestyle Categories ("great for eco-living," "great for social life," "great for pet owners," etc.) are determined by set criteria, against which we score each listing and its available features. At the neighborhood level, we calculate the listing count for each category to determine which lifestyles best fit each area.
Zumper, founded in 2012, is North America’s largest privately-owned rental platform, offering over 1 million listings across the U.S. and Canada. Stay informed on the latest trends and shifts in the rental market with our monthly National Rent Report, your go-to resource for key insights into the evolving rental landscape.
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