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Houses for Rent in San Rafael, CA


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    Studio $2,400
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    38 Bret Avenue

    38 Bret Avenue, San Rafael, CA 94901
    Cat friendly
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  • 4 bd $13,500
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    19 Monte Vista Avenue

    19 Monte Vista Avenue, Larkspur, CA 94939
    Pet friendly
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    4 bd $11,000
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    480 Los Cerros Drive

    480 Los Cerros Drive, Greenbrae, CA 94904
    In unit laundry • Dishwasher • Air conditioner
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    3 bd $8,800
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    31 Corte Placida

    31 Corte Placida, Greenbrae, CA 94904
    Pet friendly • In unit laundry • Dishwasher
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    4 bd $5,695
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    29 Sunnyhill Road

    29 Sunnyhill Road, Novato, CA 94945
    In unit laundry • Dishwasher
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average size of a rental house in San Rafael, CA?

The average San Rafael, CA rental house size is 330 sq. ft.

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

Renting a house in San Rafael, CA comes with more space, both indoor and outdoor.

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

Houses for rent in San Rafael, CA are usually located in non-central areas.

Renting a house in San Rafael, CA

Do you wish you could live the American Dream minus the roof repairs, fence painting and boiler repairs? You sure can. It’s called rental homes. You are working a steady 9-5, which is sometimes 9-7, so when you finally get home you don’t want to put in a couple of extra hours as an unpaid handyman. The American Dream is about the impeccable backyard lawn where the family dog runs around. It’s about 4th of July barbeques and summer nights spent on your back porch. Of course, the dream is different for everyone, so it all depends on you. And your budget. Regardless of your budget you will manage to find some interesting homes for rent that fit your style. If you are moving from an apartment and are on a tight budget, please keep on reading. The American Dream is not only for the rich and beautiful who can rent a 4 bedroom without blinking.

The road from apartment to house is paved with…

… extra expenses. At least everyone says so. If we compare the price of 3 bedroom apartments to single family homes for rent with the same bedroom count, the house will be more expensive. You are paying more to get a yard, more square footage, storage space and privacy. But if you are looking for cheap houses for rent, you should definitely consider duplexes too. They are slightly more affordable and they come in many forms and bedroom counts. You could rent a 1 bedroom duplex, albeit they are somewhat rarer than their 2 bedroom brothers, and it goes without say that the rent will be much lower than renting a single-family house. If you are taking the smart approach, moving to a house will not cost an arm and a leg. Of the 5 listings in San Rafael, CA there are plenty of houses you can rent without breaking the bank. And besides, why would you pay extra to stay in a pricey neighborhood, when all you want at the end of a long day is to enjoy the tranquility of your backyard?