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Cheap Apartments for Rent in San Rafael City, CA

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Apartments Under $2,100

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    137 Canal St., San Rafael, CA 94901
    STUDIO Ask for Pricing
    2 BEDS $1,936
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    129 Canal St., San Rafael, CA 94901
    STUDIO Ask for Pricing
    2 BEDS $1,947
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    215 Bayview Street, San Rafael, CA 94901
    STUDIO $1,950
    1 BED $2,300+
    2 BEDS $2,675+

Apartments Under $2,300

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    55 Fairfax Street # 27, San Rafael, CA 94901
    Income Restricted
    1 BED $2,163
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    1222 EAST 4TH STREET, SAN RAFAEL, CA 94901
    STUDIO $3,486
    1 BED $2,276
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Getting around in San Rafael City, CA

2 /100
Car-Dependent
37 /100
Some Transit
25 /100
Somewhat Bikeable
Walk Score®: 2, Transit Score®: 37, Bike Score®: 25

Frequently asked questions

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Cheap apartments in San Rafael City, 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 City, CA?

A cheap apartment in San Rafael City, 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 City, CA? With RentCafe, finding an affordable apartment in San Rafael City, CA has never been easier. We feature 6 low-priced rentals directly from property managers, with rents lower than the San Rafael City, CA average. What is a cheap rent in San Rafael City, CA? The average apartment rent in San Rafael City is $2,966 per month so any rental south of $2,373 would be considered cheap here. On RentCafe, San Rafael City, CA rents go as low as $1,936/mo.

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