City Guide
San Rafael, CA
Overview
San Rafael, CA is known for its artistic community, iconic architecture, and beautiful parklands. There are around 58,000 people living in San Rafael, so relocating here will provide a welcoming and small-town feel. An interesting fact about San Rafael is that the Museum of International Propaganda is dedicated to displaying political propaganda from around the world. Something else to note about the city is that it features China Camp State Park, which surrounds a historical Chinese American shrimp-fishing village, and a salt marsh.
What’s it like to live in San Rafael, CA ?
If you're looking to buy a home for sale in San Rafael, CA you'll find that the median sale price is
$1,073,000
and homes stay on the market for 34 days. You'll find that the median sale prices of
a single family home and a condo/co-op in San Rafael are $1,375,000
and $595,000
, respectively. San Rafael area townhouses have a median sale price of $565,000
, making them less expensive
than single family homes. If you’re not ready to buy a home, consider one of the many apartments for rent in San Rafael, CAExplore our San Rafael housing market page for insights about how home values have changed over
the years and how San Rafael home prices compare to other markets. Explore our San Rafael rental market trends page for insights about how rental prices have changed and how San Rafael rental prices compare to other rental markets. If you're curious about the most valuable home features in San Rafael, or looking for a new home improvement project,
discover what home features and design trends may help increase your home's value.
Popular neighborhoods in and around San Rafael
| Neighborhood | Median Sale Price | Compete Score | Walk Score | Real Estate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sun Valley | $1,450,000 | 87 / 100 | 46 / 100 | For SaleFor Rent |
| San Pedro Peninsula | $2,161,000 | 88 / 100 | -- | For SaleFor Rent |
| Terra Linda | $852,000 | 54 / 100 | 47 / 100 | For SaleFor Rent |
| East San Rafael | $1,245,000 | 71 / 100 | -- | For SaleFor Rent |
| Marinwood | $1,282,000 | 81 / 100 | -- | For SaleFor Rent |
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San Rafael Migration & Relocation Trends
In Jan '25 - Mar '25, 23% of San Rafael homebuyers searched to move out of San Rafael, while 77% looked to stay within the metropolitan area.
- Across the nation, 3% of homebuyers searched to move into San Rafael from outside metros.
- Knoxville homebuyers searched to move into San Rafael more than any other metro followed by Honolulu and Santa Barbara.
Where are people moving to San Rafael from?
- 77% of San Rafael homebuyers searched to stay within the San Rafael metropolitan area.
Where are people from San Rafael moving to?
Number of People Moving to San Rafael
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most
People are moving to San Rafael from
| Inbound | Net inflow | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Metros | Jan '25 - Mar '25 | ||
| 1 | 1,500 | ||
| 2 | 1,192 | ||
| 3 | 966 | ||
| 4 | 146 | ||
| 5 | 118 | ||
| 6 | 110 | ||
| 7 | 97 | ||
| 8 | 14 | ||
| 9 | 10 | ||
| 10 | 4 | ||
Methodology
This data does not reflect actual moves. The latest migration analysis is based on a sample of about two
million Redfin.com users who searched for homes across more than 100 metro areas. To be included in this dataset, a Redfin.com user
must have viewed at least 10 homes in a three month period. This dataset excludes all rentals data.
What is there to do in San Rafael, CA ?
There are a lot of wonderful activities to do in San Rafael, CA from enjoying local art, dining at some of the top restaurants in town, or spending time at a park. Some of the numerous museums you can visit include Falkirk Cultural Center, Marin History Museum, and Museum of International Propaganda, which are popular amongst locals and tourists alike. Marin Veterans Memorial Auditorium and Mountain Play are among the many performing arts venues you can check out. If parks and green spaces are your thing, be sure to check out China Camp State Park, McNears Beach County Park, and Peacock Gap Park. Le Chalet Basque Restaurant, Casa Manana Restaurant, and La Hacienda Taqueria and Restaurant are some of the many delicious restaurants to check out while in the city.
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What's the best way to get around San Rafael, CA ?
The best way to get around San Rafael is by car, but there are many methods for getting around the city. If you’re exploring the city by foot, San Rafael has a walk score of 53, meaning this area is somewhat walkable. Another way to get around the city is by public transportation. San Rafael has a transit score of 36, with a few nearby public transportation options. Most bus stations and rail stations are located in 94901. You can also get around San Rafael by bike. With a bike score of 45, there is a minimal amount of infrastructure for biking.
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
Some Transit
Transit Score®
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
San Rafael Transportation
Bus Station
Buses can be found throughout the city and are easily accessible to commute in the city.
Rail Station
Our data indicates this city does not have this transportation type.
Tram Station
Our data indicates this city does not have this transportation type.
Metro Station
Our data indicates this city does not have this transportation type.
Car & Bike Rentals
Renting a car is another good way to get around the city. There are 8 car rental locations.
Airports
San Rafael has 1 airport which allows you to easily travel.
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