Luxurious Studio * 10' Ceilings & Great Light * in desirable Gerstle Park Neighborhood of San Rafael
This unique and spacious studio apartment in the coveted Gerstle Park neighborhood was built in 2004 to the highest standards. Ten-foot ceilings and huge wood casement windows create a warm, tasteful & elegant environment with spacious, light-filled, loft-like ambiance. Close to Downtown and VERY nice!
Rarely Available ~ Showing by Appointment | Leasing for Oct 1st, available perhaps a week earlier.
The Craftsman/Modern studio features Beech hardwood floors, maple cabinets, granite counters and high-end appliances including gas cooking, full-size refrigerator. The apartment features central heat and air conditioning as well as excellent cross ventilation and a ceiling fan for complete comfort at any time of the year. Super insulation, double pane glass and high efficiency heat and A/C ensure low PG&E bills. The bath features a spacious tub/shower with beautiful custom tile work and a skylight.
There's abundant interior closet space, and a fully wired computer/office niche, as well as a private storage room and laundry (50 sf w/9' ceiling incl). This elegant studio is attached to a beautiful Craftsman style custom home and features double wall construction with special sound insulation at common walls to ensure your privacy.
From this location (right next door to the quaint & lively Panama Hotel & Restaurant), you are an easy walk to downtown through the historical vibrant Gerstle Park Neighborhood with its tree lined streets. Enjoy Downtown San Rafael with the Rafael Theater, restaurants, Farmer's Market, SR transit center, tennis courts and both Albert and Gerstle Parks, plus Open Space. Great biking and walk-score is plus-plus-plus!
$ 2,145 per month
Security Deposit
Prefer Long-Term Tenant. One-year lease minimum.
Available Oct 1st or sooner.
Shown by Appointment Only
Call with questions and to set an appointment to see. Email inquiries welcome but include YOUR number for a call-back, please. Please - Do not disturb occupants if you drive-by.
~ This is a No Smoking property.
~ Single Pet considered on application. (Reference/documentation may apply).
~ Studio is situated over garage with private upstairs entry to right of house.
~ Separate metered utilities. Resident pays PG&E, phone/cable, water and garbage/recycling.
~ Off-street parking is NOT included.
~ Credit check, income verification and deposit required.
Thanks!
** Credit check, income verification and deposit required.
** This is a No Smoking property.
** Single Pet considered by application. (Reference/documentation may apply).
** Prefer Long-Term Tenant. One-year lease minimum.
** Separate metered utilities. Resident pays PG&E, phone/cable, water and garbage/recycling.
** Off-street parking is NOT included.
Apartment for rent
$2,145/mo
20 Bayview St, San Rafael, CA 94901
Studio
500sqft
Price may not include required fees and charges.
Apartment
Available now
Cats OK
Central air
In unit laundry
-- Parking
Heat pump
What's special
Spacious light-filled loft-like ambianceSuper insulationGreat lightCeiling fanHigh-end appliancesGas cookingGranite counters
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 0
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Heat Pump
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Freezer, Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: In Unit
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 500 sqft
Property
Parking
- Details: Contact manager
Features
- Exterior features: Bicycle storage, Cable not included in rent, Garbage not included in rent, Pet considered by application, Private Storage/Laundry, Telephone not included in rent, Water not included in rent
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Apartment
- Property subtype: Apartment
Building
Management
- Pets allowed: Yes
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: San Rafael
Financial & listing details
- Lease term: 1 Year
Price history
Date | Event | Price |
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9/25/2025 | Price change | $2,145-1.4%$4/sqft |
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9/16/2025 | Listed for rent | $2,175-0.9%$4/sqft |
Source: Zillow Rentals | ||
9/13/2024 | Listing removed | $2,195-2.4%$4/sqft |
Source: Zillow Rentals | ||
7/24/2024 | Listed for rent | $2,250$5/sqft |
Source: Zillow Rentals |