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Mont Marin - San Rafael Park apartment for rent in San Rafael
2 beds
1 bath
$3,355
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Mont Marin - San Rafael Park apartment for rent in San Rafael
2 beds
1 bath
$3,130
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17h ago
Country Club apartment for rent in San Rafael
4 beds
3 baths
$10,995
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Available Aug 1
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Gerstle Park apartment for rent in San Rafael
1 bed
1 bath
$2,525
$2,425
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1d ago
Bert Harte house for rent in San Rafael
327 Irwin St, San Rafael, CA 94901
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking
4 beds
3 baths
$5,500
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Available Aug 15
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1–2 beds
1 bath
$2,450–$2,800
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$2,750
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Downtown San Rafael condo for rent in San Rafael
Studio
1 bath
$1,795
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Available Oct 12
2d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$2,295
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2d ago
Gerstle Park apartment for rent in San Rafael
2 beds
1 bath
$2,925
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2d ago
West End condo for rent in San Rafael
1 bed
1 bath
$3,595
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Available Jul 1
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Montecito - Happy Valley condo for rent in San Rafael
2 beds
2.5 baths
$3,200
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Available Aug 15
3d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$3,500
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3d ago
West End condo for rent in San Rafael
2 beds
2 baths
$4,495
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Available Jul 1
5d+ ago
Smith Ranch apartment for rent in San Rafael
Swimming pool | Residents lounge | Outdoor space
1 bed
1 bath
$3,200
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5d+ ago
Fairhills house for rent in San Rafael
5 beds
3 baths
$7,200
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Available Aug 8
5d+ ago
Studio
1 bath
$1,950
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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
2 beds
2 baths
$2,795
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5d+ ago
Mont Marin - San Rafael Park apartment for rent in San Rafael
3 beds
1 bath
$3,595
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5d+ ago
Mont Marin - San Rafael Park apartment for rent in San Rafael
1 bed
1 bath
$2,395
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5d+ ago
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
$2,495
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5d+ ago
Gerstle Park apartment for rent in San Rafael
Studio
1 bath
$2,275
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5d+ ago
Downtown San Rafael apartment for rent in San Rafael
5 F St #4, San Rafael, CA 94901
On-site laundry | Hardwood floor
1 bed
1 bath
$2,350
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Available Jul 17
5d+ ago
Terra Linda apartment for rent in San Rafael
225 Nova Albion Way #21, San Rafael, CA 94903
In-unit laundry | On-site laundry | Assigned parking
1 bed
1 bath
$2,795
$2,645
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5d+ ago
Mont Marin - San Rafael Park apartment for rent in San Rafael
2 beds
1 bath
$3,100
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5d+ ago
Downtown San Rafael apartment for rent in San Rafael
In-unit laundry | Garage parking | Balcony
2 beds
1.5 baths
$4,500
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5d+ ago
Lincoln - San Rafael Hill apartment for rent in San Rafael
1821 Lincoln Ave #312, San Rafael, CA 94901
In-unit laundry | On-site laundry | Assigned parking
2 beds
1 bath
$3,195
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5d+ ago
Civic Center townhouse for rent in San Rafael
3 beds
2 baths
$4,800
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Available Jul 25
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
$2,495
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Available Jul 13
5d+ ago
North San Rafael Commercial Center condo for rent in San Rafael
2 beds
1.5 baths
$3,175
Condo for rent
Available May 21
5d+ ago
Domincan - Black Canyon house for rent in San Rafael
1 bed
1 bath
$1,900
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5d+ ago
Canal house for rent in San Rafael
4 beds
3 baths
$7,500
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5d+ ago
Mont Marin - San Rafael Park apartment for rent in San Rafael
2 beds
1.5 baths
$3,250
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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
$2,600
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Available Jul 15
5d+ ago
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
$2,315
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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
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
Mont Marin - San Rafael Park apartment for rent in San Rafael
2 beds
1 bath
$2,795
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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
1 bath
$2,995
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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
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
$3,395
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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
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Available Mar 1
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
$2,950
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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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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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