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Cheap Apartments for Rent in San Rafael, CA

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Apartments Under $1,200

Apartments Under $2,000

  • a building with stairs and a tree in front of it
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    137 Canal St., San Rafael, CA 94901
    STUDIO Ask for Pricing
    2 BEDS $1,936
  • a house with a car parked in front of it
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    129 Canal St., San Rafael, CA 94901
    STUDIO Ask for Pricing
    2 BEDS $1,947
  • A white kitchen with a refrigerator, microwave, oven, and sink.
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    215 Bayview Street, San Rafael, CA 94901
    STUDIO $1,950
    1 BED $2,300+
    2 BEDS $2,675+

Apartments Under $2,200

  • my latest creation is a pint glass of biological cultivar
    Today

    700 Samo Ln., Novato, CA 94947
    3 BEDS $2,000
  • an empty kitchen with white appliances and white counter tops
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    4935 San Pablo Dam Rd, El Sobrante, CA 94803
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  • a small dining room with a table and chairs
    Today

    55 Fairfax Street # 27, San Rafael, CA 94901
    Income Restricted
    1 BED $2,163
    2 BEDS Ask for Pricing

Apartments Under $2,400

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Getting around in San Rafael, CA

32 /100
Car-Dependent
40 /100
Some Transit
30 /100
Somewhat Bikeable
Walk Score®: 32, Transit Score®: 40, Bike Score®: 30

Frequently asked questions

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

The price range of a cheap apartment is between $1,950 and $3,486.

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

There are 7 cheap rentals available on RentCafe. Prices and availability in San Rafael, CA were last updated on 17 Nov 2025.

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

The average San Rafael, CA cheap apartment size is 649 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.

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Finding the right apartment as far as size and location go is one aspect of apartment searching, but making sure that it provides all that you need within a reasonable price is another. On RentCafe, you can search for cheap apartments near you and ensure that you find one that suites your needs. Worried the neighborhood or city you are looking to move to is known to have higher rents? You can browse our listings and find the cheap apartments in any location, whether you are looking at a specific neighborhood, ZIP code, or city.

The perfect apartment for you is out there, either near you or anywhere in the U.S. that you are looking to move to. So, let's find the one that satisfies your wants and needs, but that also comes at an affordable price.

Looking for a cheap apartment for rent in San Rafael, CA? With RentCafe, finding an affordable apartment in San Rafael, CA has never been easier. We feature 15 low-priced rentals directly from property managers, with rents lower than the San Rafael, CA average. What is a cheap rent in San Rafael, CA? The average apartment rent in San Rafael is $2,966 per month so any rental south of $2,373 would be considered cheap here. On RentCafe, San Rafael, CA rents go as low as $1,050/mo.

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