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$2,788/mo Novato, CA average rental price, April 2025

The average monthly rent of apartments in Novato, CA is $2,788.

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Compared to the national average rent of $1,736, the average rent in Novato, CA is $2,788.

Getting around in Novato, CA

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42 /100

Some Transit

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Bikeable

Walk Score®: 81, Transit Score®: 42, Bike Score®: 65

Frequently asked questions

When were prices and availability in Novato, CA last updated?

Prices and availability in Novato, CA were last updated on 11 May 2025.

What are the best apartments in Novato, CA?

The best apartments in Novato, CA are: Crooked Oak at Loma Verde Preserve Apartment Homes, Romar Court Apartments, Millworks, Redwood Landing and 1001 8th Street.

What is the average rent in Novato, CA?

The average rent in Novato, CA is $2,676.

What is the price range for a 1-bedroom apartment in Novato, CA?

The price range for a 1-bedroom apartment in Novato, CA is between $1,950 and $8,175.

What is the price range for a 2-bedroom apartment in Novato, CA?

The price range for a 2-bedroom apartment in Novato, CA is between $2,300 and $9,945.

What is the price range for a 3-bedroom apartment in Novato, CA?

The price range for a 3-bedroom apartment in Novato, CA is between $2,000 and $9,944.

What type of rental buildings are in Novato, CA?

In Novato 34% of the housing is rented out compared to 66% of homes are owned, according to the most recent Census Bureau estimates. 14% of Novato’s apartments are found in large buildings of 50 units or more, 62% are located in smaller apartment complexes with less than 50 units, and 21% are single-family rentals.

What do typical apartment communities look like in Novato, CA?

The average age of rental buildings in Novato is 42 years old, with 24% being newer apartment buildings completed since 2000. The average height of apartment buildings in the city is 3 stories, of which all are garden-style apartment communities, none are mid-sized buildings, and none are high-rises. These characteristics describe large-scale apartment communities of 50 apartments or more.

What apartment floorplans are common in Novato, CA?

Rental apartments in Novato come in a range of sizes and floorplans. Studio apartments represent 3% of units for rent, ideal for singles, renters on a budget and people who value central locations more than space. Rentals with 1-bedroom floorplans make up 27% of the total apartments in the city, while 2-bedroom floorplans represent around 58% of all rentals in Novato. The rest are larger floorplans with 3 bedrooms or more, typically preferred by families, larger households or roommates sharing space.

Living in Novato, CA

Bordered by three scenic creeks, the San Pablo Bay, and endless parks, the apartments for rent in the small town of Novato have a terrific location that's 30 miles north of San Francisco and 30 miles south of Santa Rosa. In addition to being 15 miles south of "Wine Country," renters are also 30 miles northwest of Oakland, 58 miles northwest of Fremont, 70 miles southeast of San Jose and 75 miles southeast of Sacramento. Renting in Novato is perfect for renters who commute or seek local employment within the small town's growing engineering, biotechnology and retail economies. Specifically, the south side of town is where renters will quickly find that an industrial and warehouse renaissance is well underway.

Renting in Novato, CA

Novato retains its historical, small-town feel even as the economy, infrastructure and available houses for rent continue to grow. Rentals in Novato are far enough from the city to be peaceful, while still providing renters with fast and easy access to big-city amenities. Renters here are typically young professionals with families who want an area that's quiet, but still has fun things to enjoy. There are two golf courses within 15 minutes of downtown Novato for renters to play 18 holes, as well as history and space museums; historic parks; walking trails; bike jumps; and other outdoorsy fun. New apartments and houses are available for rent, as well as old sites that have been converted into modern residential and mixed-use districts (like the apartments for rent in Hamilton, which was converted from a former military base into a friendly neighborhood).

Shopping in Novato, CA

Renters in Novato enjoy visiting boutiques and other independent stores starting on Grant Avenue in Old Town, where great food, home decor and antique stores await. Otherwise, renters who want to shop at department stores like Ross, Marshalls and Old Navy will go to Vintage Oaks Mall along Highway 101 for the best prices. Meanwhile, available grocery stores in Novato include independent chains, such as Grocery Outlet, Harvest Market and Lucky. Or, for more grocery store options, rentals in the downtown area are within walking distance of Safeway, Whole Foods and Trader Joe's. Additionally, renters in Novato would recommend eating at Rickey's Restaurant; Grazie; Toast; Finnegan's; Beso Bistro and Wine Bar; and Super Duper Burgers.

Transportation in Novato, CA

When renting in Novato, public transportation is provided by Golden Gate Transit and Sonoma Marin Area Rail Transit. Getting from Novato to San Francisco takes renters about an hour and 10 minutes. To get to San Francisco from Navato, renters take Bus Route 101 from Redwood and Grant to Mission and Fifth streets. Similarly, getting from Novato to Santa Rosa takes renters less than an hour. To do so, renters take the SMART Bus from the Sonoma County Airport. Or, for local public transportation, Marin Transit provides Dial-A-Ride services for curbside pickup by appointment. Finally, the closest major airport to Novato is San Francisco International Airport (40 miles south via Route 101).

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