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The average monthly rent in Downtown San Rafael, San Rafael is down 4% compared to last month and down 11.93% year-over-year.
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5d+ ago
1 bed
1 bath
$2,300
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
1 bed
1 bath
$2,195
Apartment for rent
Available May 3
4d ago
Downtown San Rafael condo for rent in San Rafael
On-site laundry | Assigned parking | Storage
1 bed
1 bath
$2,350
Condo for rent
Available Aug 15
5d+ ago
Downtown San Rafael apartment for rent in San Rafael
1565 4th St #11, San Rafael, CA 94901
On-site laundry | Walk-in closets | Storage
Studio
1 bath
$2,095
Apartment for rent
Available Jan 3
5d+ ago
Downtown San Rafael apartment for rent in San Rafael
In-unit laundry | Garage parking | On-site laundry
1 bed
1 bath
$3,500
Apartment for rent
Available Dec 15
2h ago
Verified
1 bed
1 bath
$8,069
$7,475
Price drop
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On-Site Laundry
Storage
Walk-In Closets
In-Unit Laundry
5d+ ago
Verified
1 bed
1 bath
$2,599
Apartment for rent
Available Oct 20
5d+ ago
Montecito - Happy Valley house for rent in San Rafael
3 beds
2 baths
$5,200
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3d ago
Montecito - Happy Valley apartment for rent in San Rafael
Studio
1 bath
$1,900
Apartment for rent
Available Dec 20
3d ago
Gerstle Park apartment for rent in San Rafael
Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Assigned parking
1 bed
1 bath
$2,375
Apartment for rent
Available Dec 16
5d+ ago
Gerstle Park apartment for rent in San Rafael
515 B St #1, San Rafael, CA 94901
In-unit laundry | On-site laundry | Balcony
1 bed
1 bath
$2,475
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Gerstle Park apartment for rent in San Rafael
515 B St #9, San Rafael, CA 94901
In-unit laundry | On-site laundry | Balcony
1 bed
1 bath
$2,475
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Lincoln - San Rafael Hill apartment for rent in San Rafael
1315 Lincoln Ave #8, San Rafael, CA 94901
In-unit laundry | On-site laundry | Assigned parking
1 bed
1 bath
$2,395
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Lincoln - San Rafael Hill apartment for rent in San Rafael
1315 Lincoln Ave #5, San Rafael, CA 94901
In-unit laundry | On-site laundry | Assigned parking
1 bed
1 bath
$2,395
Apartment for rent
4d ago
Gerstle Park apartment for rent in San Rafael
Studio
1 bath
$2,275
$1,975
Price drop
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5d+ ago
Gerstle Park house for rent in San Rafael
2 beds
1 bath
$3,250
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These rentals are 10%-30% cheaper than the local average price for similar rentals.
5d+ ago
Lincoln - San Rafael Hill house for rent in San Rafael
2 beds
1 bath
$3,499
House for rent
5d+ ago
Picnic Valley apartment for rent in San Rafael
142 Bungalow Ave #1, San Rafael, CA 94901
In-unit laundry | Garage parking | Balcony
2 beds
1 bath
$3,500
Apartment for rent
Available Dec 29
3d ago
Verified
1220 Sir Francis Drake Boulevard, San Anselmo, CA 94960
Balcony | Assigned parking | Central heat
2 beds
2 baths
$2,795
Apartment for rent
3d ago
Studio–3 beds
1–2 baths
$2,350–$4,095
Apartment for rent
3d ago
Sun Valley house for rent in San Rafael
3 beds
1 bath
$5,300
House for rent
Available Mar 1
5d+ ago
House for rent in Kentfield
5 beds
4 baths
$6,800
House for rent
Available Jan 15
5d+ ago
Country Club house for rent in San Rafael
4 beds
3 baths
$15,000
$13,000
Price drop
House for rent
Available Feb 18
5d+ ago
House for rent in San Anselmo
4 beds
3 baths
$19,500
House for rent
Available Jan 15
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Downtown San Rafael's rental market offers a good selection of listings, with an average of 16 rentals available each month. The majority of rentals are 1-bedroom and 2-bedroom apartments, making up about 43% and 49% of the total listings respectively. Many of these apartments offer convenient amenities, including in-unit laundry, which is available in about 72% of rentals. Additionally, the neighborhood is pet-friendly, with about 72% of apartments allowing small pets. This makes Downtown San Rafael a great option for renters who value convenience and flexibility.
Downtown San Rafael is a prime neighborhood for renters who value a vibrant social life. According to 2024 data, the area's high walk score, well-maintained street infrastructure, and abundance of shared spaces make it an ideal spot for getting out and about with friends. Additionally, the neighborhood's strong safety record and convenient transit options further enhance its appeal for social living. With its unique blend of amenities, Downtown San Rafael is an excellent choice for renters seeking a lively and connected community.
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.
The average size of a 1 bedroom apartment rental in Downtown San Rafael is 625 square feet. The average size of a 2 bedroom apartment rental in Downtown San Rafael is 1147 square feet.
To help you better understand how much rent you can afford, check out Zumper's rent calculator. Our rent calculator can help you learn more about Downtown San Rafael average rent prices.
1 bedroom apartments are the most common type of rentals in Downtown San Rafael, San Rafael, CA right now.
Studio apartments are the least common type of rentals in Downtown San Rafael, San Rafael, CA right now.
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