How much is the average rent in San Rafael, CA for 1-bedroom and 2-bedroom apartments?

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.

When is the best time to look for an apartment in San Rafael, CA?

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.

What are the best neighborhoods to rent an apartment in San Rafael, CA?

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.

What areas of San Rafael, CA are best for budget-conscious renters?

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.

Are there pet-friendly apartments in San Rafael, CA?

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.

Are utilities usually included in rent in San Rafael, CA?

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.

Apartments for Rent with Move In Special in San Rafael, CA

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1h ago

9.6

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Monogram Apartments

421 25th St, Oakland, CA 94612

Rent special | In-unit laundry | Central heat

Studio–3 beds

1–2 baths

Call for price

Apartment for rent

Available Feb 23

Top amenities

Central Heat

Elevator

Fitness Center

In-Unit Laundry

On-Site Management

Highly rated

Rent special

3h ago

9.9

Excellent

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Rowhaus

2500 Webster St, Oakland, CA 94612

Rent special | In-unit laundry | Balcony

Studio–2 beds

1–2 baths

$2,509–$3,232

Apartment for rent

Available Mar 18

Top amenities

In-Unit Laundry

On-Site Management

Rent special

4h ago

8.5

Very good

2330 Blake St

2330 Blake St, Berkeley, CA 94704

Rent special | In-unit laundry | Air conditioning

2 beds

1 bath

$3,412

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

Dishwasher

Elevator

In-Unit Laundry

Microwave

On-Site Laundry

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12h ago

9.9

Excellent

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Parc on Powell

1333 Powell St, Emeryville, CA 94608

Rent special | In-unit laundry | Garage parking

2 beds

2 baths

$3,954–$5,102

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Top amenities

Elevator

In-Unit Laundry

On-Site Management

Package Service

Roof Deck

Swimming Pool

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Rent special

14h ago

8.3

Very good

ArtHaus Yerba Buena

1035 Yerba Buena Ave, Oakland, CA 94608

Rent special | In-unit laundry | Furnished

Studio

0–1 bath

$1,598–$2,198

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Top amenities

Air Conditioning

Dishwasher

Furnished

In-Unit Laundry

Package Service

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14h ago

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ArtHaus Magnolia

2242 Magnolia St, Oakland, CA 94607

Rent special | In-unit laundry | Furnished

Studio

1 bath

$1,488–$1,498

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

Controlled Access

Dishwasher

Furnished

In-Unit Laundry

Nearby rental good for eco-living

$5,295

Berkeley

Nearby rental good for pet owners

$1,927–$2,361

Vallejo

Rent special

21h ago

8.5

Very good

Villas at Harbor Pointe

585 Sunnyview Dr, Pinole, CA 94564

Rent special | Garage parking | On-site laundry

2 beds

1–2 baths

$2,494–$2,895

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

Ceiling Fan

Dishwasher

On-Site Laundry

On-Site Management

Swimming Pool

Rent special

1d ago

9.7

Excellent

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The Meritage

55 Valle Vista Ave, Vallejo, CA 94590

Rent special | In-unit laundry | Balcony

1–2 beds

1–2 baths

$1,927–$2,361

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

Business Center

Fitness Center

High Ceilings

In-Unit Laundry

On-Site Management

Swimming Pool

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Rent special

2d ago

8.3

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ArtHaus Mandela

1705 Mandela Pkwy, Oakland, CA 94607

Rent special | In-unit laundry | Furnished

Studio

1 bath

$1,398–$1,675

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

Air Conditioning

Controlled Access

Dishwasher

Furnished

Hardwood Floor

On-Site Laundry

Rent special

2d ago

8.3

Very good

ArtHaus Chestnut

2432 Chestnut St, Oakland, CA 94607

Rent special | In-unit laundry | Air conditioning

Studio

1 bath

$1,348–$1,444

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Top amenities

Air Conditioning

Controlled Access

Dishwasher

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$2,100

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$2,500

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San Anselmo

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2d ago

9.6

Excellent

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2333 Channing Way

2333 Channing Way, Berkeley, CA 94704

Rent special | On-site laundry | Balcony

Studio–2 beds

1 bath

$1,895–$3,095

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

Carpet

Controlled Access

On-Site Laundry

Storage

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Rent special

2d ago

9.6

Excellent

Verified

2510 Bancroft Way

2510 Bancroft Way, Berkeley, CA 94704

Rent special | In-unit laundry | On-site laundry

Studio–2 beds

1 bath

$2,495–$3,875

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

In-Unit Laundry

On-Site Laundry

Package Service

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Rent special

2d ago

8.5

Very good

2709 Dwight Way Bishop

2709 Dwight Way, Berkeley, CA 94704

Rent special | Air conditioning | On-site laundry

Studio

1 bath

$2,195–$2,350

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

Air Conditioning

On-Site Laundry

Rent special

3d ago

8.4

Very good

2122 Dwight Way

2122 Dwight Way, Berkeley, CA 94704

Rent special | On-site laundry

Studio–1 bed

1 bath

$1,995–$2,199

Apartment for rent

Available Jun 22

Top amenities

On-Site Laundry

Rent special

3d ago

9.6

Excellent

Verified

2410 Dwight Way

2410 Dwight Way, Berkeley, CA 94704

Rent special | On-site laundry | Walk-in closets

1–3 beds

1 bath

$2,995–$5,445

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

Controlled Access

Dishwasher

On-Site Laundry

Storage

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Rent special

3d ago

9.6

Excellent

Verified

2500 Durant Avenue

2500 Durant Ave, Berkeley, CA 94704

Rent special | In-unit laundry | On-site laundry

1–3 beds

1–2 baths

$2,945–$5,495

Price drop

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

Controlled Access

In-Unit Laundry

On-Site Laundry

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Rent special

3d ago

Excellent

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2252 Parker Street

2252 Parker St, Berkeley, CA 94704

Rent special | In-unit laundry | Garage parking

3 beds

1 bath

$5,295

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

Controlled Access

Elevator

Garage Parking

In-Unit Laundry

On-Site Laundry

Storage

Call

Rent special

4d ago

7.6

Very good

2231 Ward St

2231 Ward St, Berkeley, CA 94705

Rent special | In-unit laundry | Air conditioning

3 beds

1 bath

$3,330–$3,937

Price drop

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

Dishwasher

In-Unit Laundry

Microwave

On-Site Laundry

Storage

Highly rated

Rent special

4d ago

9.9

Excellent

Verified

Artistry Emeryville

6401 Shellmound St, Emeryville, CA 94608

Rent special | In-unit laundry | On-site laundry

Studio–2 beds

1 bath

$2,554–$3,027

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

Carpet

Dishwasher

In-Unit Laundry

Microwave

On-Site Laundry

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Rent special

4d ago

9.6

Excellent

Verified

1771 Highland Place

1771 Highland Pl, Berkeley, CA 94709

Rent special | In-unit laundry | On-site laundry

2–3 beds

2 baths

$3,995–$5,895

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

Controlled Access

Dishwasher

Elevator

In-Unit Laundry

On-Site Laundry

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Highly rated

Rent special

4d ago

8.8

Very good

ArtHaus Hannah

2850 Hannah St, Oakland, CA 94608

Rent special | In-unit laundry | Air conditioning

Studio

1 bath

$2,092

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

Air Conditioning

Dishwasher

Fitness Center

Garage Parking

Hardwood Floor

In-Unit Laundry

Rent special

4d ago

8.3

Very good

Common MacArthur

873 32nd St, Oakland, CA 94608

Rent special | Air conditioning | On-site laundry

3–4 beds

2 baths

$2,798–$3,098

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

Air Conditioning

Controlled Access

Dishwasher

On-Site Laundry

Rent special

5d+ ago

8.5

Very good

6616 Telegraph

6616 Telegraph Ave, Oakland, CA 94609

Rent special | Air conditioning | On-site laundry

2 beds

1 bath

$2,495–$2,895

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

Dishwasher

On-Site Laundry

Rent special

5d+ ago

8.4

Very good

Bakery Lofts

4700 Adeline St, Oakland, CA 94608

Rent special | On-site laundry | Elevator

Studio–3 beds

1–2 baths

$2,020–$3,505

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

Controlled Access

On-Site Laundry

On-Site Management

Rent special

5d+ ago

9.6

Excellent

Verified

2627 Hillegass Avenue

2627 Hillegass Ave, Berkeley, CA 94704

Rent special | In-unit laundry | On-site laundry

3 beds

1 bath

$5,295

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

Controlled Access

Dishwasher

In-Unit Laundry

On-Site Laundry

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