San Rafael, CA rental market
Last updated August 29, 2025
Rental market summary
The average rent for studio properties in San Rafael, CA is $1,975.
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Source: Zillow Rentals data
Rental price range
The price range for studio properties is $1,750 to $4,122.
| Rent price | Number of rental properties |
|---|---|
| $1,700 | 1 |
| $1,800 | 1 |
| $1,900 | 4 |
| $2,100 | 1 |
| $2,200 | 1 |
| $2,400 | 2 |
| $2,500+ | 1 |
Average rent price over time
In the last year, rent has increased by $25 compared to the previous year.
| Last year (2024) | This year (2025) | |
|---|---|---|
| Jan | $1,950 | $2,050 |
| Feb | $2,100 | $2,050 |
| Mar | $2,100 | $1,950 |
| Apr | $2,090 | $2,100 |
| May | $2,100 | $2,000 |
| Jun | $1,995 | $2,095 |
| Jul | $1,975 | $2,000 |
| Aug | $1,975 | $1,950 |
| Sep | $1,950 | No data |
| Oct | $1,895 | No data |
| Nov | $2,139 | No data |
| Dec | $2,195 | No data |
Market temperature
The San Rafael, CA rental market temperature is COOL. Market temperature is based on changes in renter demand compared to the national average. For example, a hot market has increasing demand.
Temperature is based on all bedrooms and all property types.
Compare average rent in markets
Rent in San Rafael, CA is 30% higher than the national average.
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Frequently asked questions
1. What is the average rent in San Rafael, CA?
The average rent in San Rafael, CA is $2,995.
2. How much does it cost to rent a house in San Rafael, CA?
Houses in San Rafael, CA rent between $1,300 - $16,000 with an average rent of $2,995.
3. How has the rent in San Rafael, CA changed in the last year?
In the last year, the rent in San Rafael, CA decreased by $360
4. How much has the rent in San Rafael, CA increased/decreased in the last month?
In the last month, the rent in San Rafael, CA decreased by $455
5. How many available rentals are there in San Rafael, CA?
There are currently 125 rentals available in San Rafael, CA.
6. How do rent prices in San Rafael, CA compare with the national average?
The average rent in San Rafael, CA is $2,995 — Infinity% higher the national average of $0.