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| Beds | Baths | Average SF | Availability |
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| 2 Bedrooms 2 Bedrooms 2 Br | 1 Bath 1 Bath 1 Ba | 1,000 SF | Not Available |
| 3 Bedrooms 3 Bedrooms 3 Br | 1 Bath 1 Bath 1 Ba | 1,300 SF | Not Available |
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Built in 1905
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2 units/1 story
About 523 C St San Rafael, CA 94901
523 C St is ready for you to visit. In a convenient location on C St. in San Rafael's 94901 area, residents can easily connect with a number of entertainment options within a few miles. Be sure to come for a visit to see the available floorplan options. The team of leasing professionals is ready and waiting to take you for a tour. At 523 C St you're new apartment awaits.
523 C St is an apartment community located in Marin County and the 94901 ZIP Code. This area is served by the San Rafael City Elementary School District attendance zone.
523 C St,
San Rafael,
CA
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Lush greenery lines the Gerstle Park neighborhood’s extensive sidewalk system, giving residents every excuse to walk up the 4th Street or B Street for groceries, morning coffee, or after-hours R&R. On the south side of the neighborhood, the eponymous park’s playgrounds, footpaths, and shady trees provide a delightful spot to relax and enjoy the outdoors.
Multiple elementary schools in the Gerstle Park area give parents options for their children’s education, and of course walking to class is one of the many perks of the neighborhood’s cozy layout (James B. Davidson Middle School sits just outside the neighborhood as well). Convenient access to the 101 and Interstate 580 makes it easy to reach Oakland or San Francisco in under an hour.
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Average Prices by Area
Compare neighborhood and city base rent averages by bedroom.
| Gerstle Park | San Rafael, CA | |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,786 | $1,865 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,733 | $2,201 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $2,244 | $2,815 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,774 | $3,415 |
Below are rent ranges for similar nearby apartments
Education
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
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| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 5 min | 1.8 mi | |
| Drive: | 24 min | 14.5 mi | |
| Drive: | 27 min | 16.5 mi | |
| Drive: | 28 min | 16.8 mi |
523 C St is within 5 minutes or 1.8 miles from Dominican Univ. of Ca. It is also near Contra Costa College and UC San Francisco, Mount Zion.
Schools
Public Elementary School
Grades K-5
91 Students
Nearby
Public Middle School
Grades 6-8
1,052 Students
Attendance Zone
Public High School
Grades 9-12
1,332 Students
Attendance Zone
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
225 Students
Nearby
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Transportation options available in San Rafael include Richmond Station, located 11.7 miles from 523 C St. 523 C St is near San Francisco International, located 31.4 miles or 51 minutes away, and Metro Oakland International, located 31.5 miles or 44 minutes away.
| Transit / Subway | Distance | ||
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| Transit / Subway | Distance | ||
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Drive: | 19 min | 11.7 mi |
| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 14 min | 0.7 mi | |
| Drive: | 8 min | 3.4 mi | |
| Drive: | 8 min | 4.3 mi | |
| Drive: | 13 min | 7.7 mi | |
| Drive: | 17 min | 11.5 mi |
| Airports | Distance | ||
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| Airports | Distance | ||
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San Francisco International
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Drive: | 51 min | 31.4 mi |
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Metro Oakland International
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Drive: | 44 min | 31.5 mi |
Walkability Near 523 C St San Rafael, CA 94901
Getting Around
What do Walkability, Transit, Drivability, and Bikeability mean?
Walkability measures the walking distance to day-to-day needs.
Transit measures access to public transportation.
Drivability measures congestion, parking availability, and access to major roads.
Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling.
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Moderately Walkable
Walkability
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Some Public Transit
Transit
40
/ 100
Very Drivable
Drivability
80
/ 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
40
/ 100
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What do Walkability, Transit, Drivability, and Bikeability mean?
Walkability measures the walking distance to day-to-day needs.
Transit measures access to public transportation.
Drivability measures congestion, parking availability, and access to major roads.
Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling.
How It Works
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| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
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| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 10 min | 0.5 mi | |
| Walk: | 11 min | 0.6 mi | |
| Walk: | 12 min | 0.7 mi |
523 C St has 3 shopping centers within 0.7 mile, which is about a 12-minute walk. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
| Parks and Recreation | Distance | ||
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| Parks and Recreation | Distance | ||
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WildCare
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Walk: | 5 min | 0.3 mi |
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Hal Brown Park at Creekside
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Drive: | 6 min | 2.0 mi |
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Baltimore Canyon Open Space
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Drive: | 15 min | 4.7 mi |
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John F. McInnis County Park
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Drive: | 13 min | 6.1 mi |
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China Camp State Park
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Drive: | 15 min | 6.2 mi |
523 C St has 5 parks within 6.2 miles, including WildCare, Hal Brown Park at Creekside, and Baltimore Canyon Open Space.
| Hospitals | Distance | ||
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| Hospitals | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 7 min | 2.3 mi | |
| Drive: | 10 min | 4.6 mi | |
| Drive: | 16 min | 10.6 mi |
523 C St has 3 hospitals within 10.6 miles, the nearest is MarinHealth Medical Center which is 2.3 miles away and a 7 minute drive.
| Military Bases | Distance | ||
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| Military Bases | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 24 min | 14.7 mi | |
| Drive: | 29 min | 16.3 mi | |
| Drive: | 30 min | 16.7 mi |
523 C St has 3 military bases within 16.7 miles, the nearest is Armory West Contra Costa which is 14.7 miles away and a 24 minute drive.
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Does 523 C St have in-unit laundry?
523 C St does not offer in-unit laundry or shared facilities. Please contact the property to learn about nearby laundry options.
What utilities are included in rent at 523 C St?
Utilities are not included in rent. Residents should plan to set up and pay for all services separately.
Is parking available at 523 C St?
Parking is available at 523 C St. Contact this property for details.
Is 523 C St pet-friendly?
523 C St does not allow pets, though service animals are always welcome in accordance with applicable laws.
Does 523 C St have move-in specials?
523 C St is not currently offering any rent specials. Check back soon, as promotions change frequently.
Does 523 C St offer Matterport 3D tours?
While 523 C St does not offer Matterport 3D tours, renters can request a tour directly through our online platform.
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What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
What is a Sound Score Rating?
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523 C St
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