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$2,295
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$2,700
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$1,875–$1,975
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19h ago
300 Merrydale Rd, San Rafael, CA 94903
On-site laundry | Swimming pool | Dishwasher
1 bed
1 bath
$2,195
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1d ago
Sun Valley house for rent in San Rafael
4 beds
2 baths
$5,000
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Available Oct 15
1d ago
Picnic Valley condo for rent in San Rafael
2 beds
1 bath
$3,300
Condo for rent
1d ago
Montecito - Happy Valley apartment for rent in San Rafael
1222 Irwin St #2, San Rafael, CA 94901
On-site laundry | Assigned parking | Hardwood floor
1 bed
1 bath
$2,625
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Available Sep 22
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Civic Center apartment for rent in San Rafael
19 Merrydale Rd #16, San Rafael, CA 94903
On-site laundry | Assigned parking | Hardwood floor
1 bed
1 bath
$2,375
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Available Jul 13
2d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$2,800
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Available Sep 24
Outdoor Space
In-Unit Laundry
Swimming Pool
Assigned Parking
2d ago
66 Heritage Dr, San Rafael, CA 94901
In-unit laundry | Garage parking | On-site laundry
3 beds
2 baths
$5,500
Price drop
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Available Oct 1
4d ago
Gerstle Park apartment for rent in San Rafael
218 Marin St #302, San Rafael, CA 94901
In-unit laundry | On-site laundry | Assigned parking
1 bed
1 bath
$2,695
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4d ago
Gerstle Park apartment for rent in San Rafael
218 Marin St #102, San Rafael, CA 94901
In-unit laundry | On-site laundry | Assigned parking
1 bed
1 bath
$2,595
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4d ago
Lincoln - San Rafael Hill apartment for rent in San Rafael
1821 Lincoln Ave #306, San Rafael, CA 94901
In-unit laundry | On-site laundry | Assigned parking
1 bed
1 bath
$2,495
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Gerstle Park apartment for rent in San Rafael
Studio
1 bath
$2,275
$1,975
Price drop
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5d+ ago
Studio
1 bath
$1,950
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5d+ ago
North San Rafael Commercial Center condo for rent in San Rafael
2 beds
1 bath
$3,350
Condo for rent
Available Nov 1
5d+ ago
Studio
1 bath
$1,895
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5d+ ago
Glenwood house for rent in San Rafael
4 beds
3 baths
$6,200
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5d+ ago
Smith Ranch apartment for rent in San Rafael
Swimming pool | Residents lounge | Outdoor space
2 beds
1 bath
$3,600
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5d+ ago
Peacock Gap house for rent in San Rafael
4 beds
3 baths
$8,900
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5d+ ago
Terra Linda townhouse for rent in San Rafael
3 beds
1.5 baths
$3,995
House for rent
Available Sep 28
5d+ ago
North San Rafael Commercial Center apartment for rent in San Rafael
2 beds
2 baths
$3,050
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Canal house for rent in San Rafael
6 Egret Vw, San Rafael, CA 94901
In-unit laundry | Garage parking | On-site laundry
3 beds
2.5 baths
$6,000
House for rent
5d+ ago
Smith Ranch apartment for rent in San Rafael
Swimming pool | Residents lounge | Outdoor space
1 bed
1 bath
$3,150
$3,025
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5d+ ago
Lincoln - San Rafael Hill apartment for rent in San Rafael
1821 Lincoln Ave #316, San Rafael, CA 94901
In-unit laundry | On-site laundry | Assigned parking
1 bed
1 bath
$2,395
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
North San Rafael Commercial Center apartment for rent in San Rafael
1 bed
1 bath
$2,695
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5d+ ago
North San Rafael Commercial Center apartment for rent in San Rafael
1 bed
1 bath
$2,500
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5d+ ago
North San Rafael Commercial Center apartment for rent in San Rafael
2 beds
1 bath
$2,750
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5d+ ago
Downtown San Rafael apartment for rent in San Rafael
Ceiling fan | Carpet | On-site management
1 bed
1 bath
$2,750
Apartment for rent
Available Sep 15
5d+ ago
North San Rafael Commercial Center apartment for rent in San Rafael
2 beds
1 bath
$3,315
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5d+ ago
North San Rafael Commercial Center apartment for rent in San Rafael
1 bed
1 bath
$2,550
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5d+ ago
North San Rafael Commercial Center apartment for rent in San Rafael
2 beds
2 baths
$3,640
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5d+ ago
North San Rafael Commercial Center apartment for rent in San Rafael
2 beds
1.5 baths
$3,250
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5d+ ago
North San Rafael Commercial Center apartment for rent in San Rafael
1 bed
1 bath
$2,395
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5d+ ago
Gerstle Park apartment for rent in San Rafael
1 bed
1 bath
$2,350
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
West End apartment for rent in San Rafael
206 Ross Valley Dr #A, San Rafael, CA 94901
In-unit laundry | Central heat | Storage
Studio
1 bath
$2,400
Apartment for rent
Available Sep 2
5d+ ago
Gerstle Park apartment for rent in San Rafael
2 beds
1 bath
$2,750
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5d+ ago
North San Rafael Commercial Center apartment for rent in San Rafael
1 bed
1 bath
$2,200
$1,950
Price drop
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5d+ ago
North San Rafael Commercial Center apartment for rent in San Rafael
2 beds
1 bath
$2,795
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5d+ ago
North San Rafael Commercial Center apartment for rent in San Rafael
1 bed
1 bath
$2,645
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5d+ ago
Canal house for rent in San Rafael
4 beds
3 baths
$5,600
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5d+ ago
Canal house for rent in San Rafael
4 beds
3 baths
$7,200
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5d+ ago
North San Rafael Commercial Center apartment for rent in San Rafael
2 beds
1 bath
$3,050
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5d+ ago
North San Rafael Commercial Center apartment for rent in San Rafael
1 bed
1 bath
$2,450
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5d+ ago
North San Rafael Commercial Center apartment for rent in San Rafael
2 beds
1 bath
$2,980
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5d+ ago
North San Rafael Commercial Center apartment for rent in San Rafael
2 beds
2 baths
$2,795
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5d+ ago
Civic Center apartment for rent in San Rafael
19 Merrydale Rd #14, San Rafael, CA 94903
On-site laundry | Assigned parking | Hardwood floor
1 bed
1 bath
$2,375
Apartment for rent
Available Jul 13
5d+ ago
North San Rafael Commercial Center apartment for rent in San Rafael
1 bed
1 bath
$2,550
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Montecito - Happy Valley condo for rent in San Rafael
2 beds
2 baths
$3,200
Condo for rent
Available Aug 15
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As of today, San Rafael's median rent price is $2,950 per month, which is up 2%, or $55, compared to last year.
Median rent
$2,950
YoY change
+2%
+$55/mo
Rentals, last 30 days
70
| Size | Value | YoY |
|---|---|---|
| All bedrooms | $2,950 | +2% |
| 1 bedroom | $2,397 | N/A |
| 2 bedroom | $3,050 | −7% |
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.
Based on Zumper's July 2026 data, one-bedroom apartments in San Rafael average around $2,450/month and two-bedrooms approximately $3,180/month.
December offers the best rental deals in San Rafael, with rents running about 10% lower than peak July prices and reduced competition from other renters.
Canal generates the highest consumer interest at 1.37 times above market average, followed by Civic Center at 1.34 times and Smith Ranch at 1.09 times typical demand. These premium neighborhoods average around $4,120/month for one-bedrooms.
North San Rafael Commercial Center offers the best value with one-bedrooms at approximately $2,300/month, representing 6% below the city median. Gerstle Park and Terra Linda also provide budget-friendly options with median rents around $2,770 and $3,390 respectively.
Based on Zumper's current listings, 40% of San Rafael rentals are pet-friendly, which works out to about 48 pet-welcoming apartments each month. Mont Marin San Rafael Park, West End, and Gerstle Park offer excellent pet amenities with no breed restrictions.
In our current listings, utilities-included rentals are extremely rare in San Rafael, showing up in just 0.02% of units, with two-bedrooms leading at 0.04% of listings.
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 2026 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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