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Cheap Apartments for Rent in San Rafael, CA

Cheap Apartments for Rent in San Rafael, CA. 76 Rentals Available
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Apartments Under $1,400

  • Only 2 units left
    1 bd $1,250
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    19 Cottage Ave, Richmond, CA 94801
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Apartments Under $1,800

Apartments Under $2,000

  • Only 3 units left
    Studio $3,486
    1 bd $1,869+
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    1222 EAST 4TH STREET, SAN RAFAEL, CA 94901
    Apply online • Pet friendly
  • Only 2 units left
    Studio $1,950
    1 bd $2,300+
    2 bd $2,675+
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    215 Bayview Street, San Rafael, CA 94901
    Apply online • Pet friendly
  • 1 bd $1,950+
    2 bd $2,500+
    3 bd $3,350
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    12 San Pablo Ave Unit#3570, San Rafael, CA 94903
    Apply online • Pet friendly
  • 7 units available
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    Verified Listing

    3.5 (2)
    4935 San Pablo Dam Rd, El Sobrante, CA 94803
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Apartments Under $2,800

  • Rent specials 9 units available
    Studio $2,667+
    1 bd $2,703+
    2 bd $3,068+
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    4.0 (16)
    300 Channing Way, San Rafael, CA 94903
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Apartments Under $3,000

  • Rent specials Rewards
    1 bd $2,915+
    2 bd $3,045+
    Total monthly cost
    Verified Listing

    5.0 (1)
    214 Villa Garden Dr., Mill Valley, CA 94941
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Apartments Under $4,200

  • Rent specials New units available
    1 bd $4,189+
    2 bd $5,195+
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    50 Barbaree Way, Tiburon, CA 94920
    Apply online • Pet friendly
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    Income restricted
    Verified Listing

    55 Fairfax Street # 27, San Rafael, CA 94901
    Pet friendly
5-5-city

Frequently asked questions

What is the price of a cheap apartment in San Rafael, CA?

The price range of a cheap apartment is between $1,869 and $3,836.

How many cheap rentals are available in San Rafael, CA on RentCafe?

There are 49 cheap rentals available on RentCafe. Prices and availability in San Rafael, CA were last updated on 18 May 2026.

What is the average size of a cheap apartment in San Rafael, CA?

The average San Rafael, CA cheap apartment size is 732 sq. ft.

What are the advantages of renting a cheap apartment in San Rafael, CA?

Cheap apartments in San Rafael, CA are usually less expensive, smaller, and easier to maintain. They also come with lower utility costs.

What are the downsides of renting a cheap apartment in San Rafael, CA?

A cheap apartment in San Rafael, CA offers little storage space and fewer amenities compared to other apartments.