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Mont Marin - San Rafael Park apartment for rent in San Rafael
2 beds
1 bath
$2,500
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Mont Marin - San Rafael Park apartment for rent in San Rafael
1 bed
1 bath
$2,495
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Mont Marin - San Rafael Park apartment for rent in San Rafael
1 bed
1 bath
$2,550
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Mont Marin - San Rafael Park apartment for rent in San Rafael
2 beds
1 bath
$2,950
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Mont Marin - San Rafael Park apartment for rent in San Rafael
3 beds
1 bath
$3,395
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Mont Marin - San Rafael Park apartment for rent in San Rafael
1 bed
1 bath
$2,545
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Mont Marin - San Rafael Park apartment for rent in San Rafael
2 beds
1 bath
$2,850
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Mont Marin - San Rafael Park apartment for rent in San Rafael
2 beds
1 bath
$2,850
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Mont Marin - San Rafael Park apartment for rent in San Rafael
1 bed
1 bath
$2,450
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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
$3,395
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Terra Linda house for rent in San Rafael
3 beds
2 baths
$5,000
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Mont Marin - San Rafael Park apartment for rent in San Rafael
2 beds
2 baths
$3,550
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Lincoln - San Rafael Hill apartment for rent in San Rafael
1821 Lincoln Ave #303B, San Rafael, CA 94901
In-unit laundry | On-site laundry | Assigned parking
1 bed
1 bath
$2,325
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Canal Waterfront house for rent in San Rafael
16 Harbor View Ct, San Rafael, CA 94901
In-unit laundry | Garage parking | Ceiling fan
4 beds
0 baths
$6,995
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North San Rafael Commercial Center apartment for rent in San Rafael
2 beds
2 baths
$3,700
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Mont Marin - San Rafael Park apartment for rent in San Rafael
2 beds
1 bath
$3,375
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Mont Marin - San Rafael Park apartment for rent in San Rafael
1 bed
1 bath
$1,950
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Mont Marin - San Rafael Park apartment for rent in San Rafael
2 beds
1 bath
$2,950
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Gerstle Park apartment for rent in San Rafael
Studio
1 bath
$2,275
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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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