San Rafael, CA rental market

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Last updated August 25, 2025

Rental market summary

The average rent for studio properties in San Rafael, CA is $1,975.

Average rent

$1,975

Month-over-month change

+$25

Year-over-year change

+$25

Available rentals

10

Source: Zillow Rentals data

Rental price range

The price range for studio properties is $1,750 to $4,122.

Rent frequencies
Rent priceNumber of rental properties
$1,7001
$1,8001
$1,9003
$2,1001
$2,3002
$2,400+2

Average rent price over time

In the last year, rent has increased by $25 compared to the previous year.

Average rent price over time
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$1,950No data
Oct$1,895No data
Nov$2,139No data
Dec$2,195No 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.

cool

Temperature is based on all bedrooms and all property types.

Compare average rent in markets

Rent in San Rafael, CA is 29% higher than the national average.

San Rafael, CAvs.

$1,975

$1,534

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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 $3,000.

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 $3,000.

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 $200

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 $339

5. How many available rentals are there in San Rafael, CA?

There are currently 130 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 $3,000 — Infinity% higher the national average of $0.