The Meridian
400 Canal St,
San Rafael,
CA
94901
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628-500-9881
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Monthly Rent
$2,350 - $4,095
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Bedrooms
Studio - 3 bd
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Bathrooms
1 - 2 ba
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Square Feet
497 - 1,175 sq ft
The Meridian
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Experience tranquil bay area living at The Meridian. Our stunning apartments provides newly renovated studio, one-, two-, and three-bedroom floorplans in the heart of San Rafael, CA. Our community offers top of line apartment amenities with an open concept kitchen, washer and dryer in unit, quartz counter tops, and stain-less steel appliances to name a few. Take advantage of our community amenities such as our outdoor grilling and picnic area with barbeques, amazon locker hubs, covered parking, fitness center, playground, and to save the best for last, our amazing waterfront views with views of the bay right from your home! The city of San Rafael has many activities to offer, from having a picnic at Pickleweed Park, hiking in Muir woods, to heading over to the community center to see what activities and programs they have going on for the day. Make The Meridian your home!
Highlights
- Waterfront
- Dock
- Picnic Area
- Grill
- Patio
Pricing & Floor Plans
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3x2
$3,800 – $3,891
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,050 Sq Ft
$900 Deposit
3 Available units
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Unit 202price $3,891square feet 1,050availibility Now
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Unit 223price $3,891square feet 1,050availibility Now
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Unit 403price $3,891square feet 1,050availibility May 8
3x2
$3,800 – $3,891
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,050 Sq Ft
$900 Deposit
3 Available units
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Sq Ft
Availability
Unit Details
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Unit 202price $3,891square feet 1,050availibility Now
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Unit 223price $3,891square feet 1,050availibility Now
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Unit 403price $3,891square feet 1,050availibility May 8
* Price shown is base rent. Excludes user-selected optional fees and variable or usage-based fees and required charges due at or prior to move-in or at move-out.View Fees and Policies for details.
Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.
* Square footage definitions vary. Displayed square footage is approximate.
Fees and Policies
The fees listed below are community-provided and may exclude utilities or add-ons. All payments are made directly to the property and are non-refundable unless otherwise specified. Use the Cost Calculator to determine costs based on your needs.
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One-Time Basics
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Due at Application
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Application FeeApplication Fee Charged per applicant.$55
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Due at Application
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Dogs
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Pet Deposit ReceivedPet Deposit- Dog Charged per pet.$500
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Pet RentPet Rent - Dog Charged per pet.$30 / mo
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Cats
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Pet Deposit ReceivedPet Deposit - Cat Charged per pet.$500
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Pet RentPet Rent - Cat Charged per pet.$30 / mo
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Storage Unit
Property Fee Disclaimer: Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.
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Lease Options
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9 - 12 Month Leases
Property Information
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Built in 1963
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99 units/3 stories
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About The Meridian
Experience tranquil bay area living at The Meridian. Our stunning apartments provides newly renovated studio, one-, two-, and three-bedroom floorplans in the heart of San Rafael, CA. Our community offers top of line apartment amenities with an open concept kitchen, washer and dryer in unit, quartz counter tops, and stain-less steel appliances to name a few. Take advantage of our community amenities such as our outdoor grilling and picnic area with barbeques, amazon locker hubs, covered parking, fitness center, playground, and to save the best for last, our amazing waterfront views with views of the bay right from your home! The city of San Rafael has many activities to offer, from having a picnic at Pickleweed Park, hiking in Muir woods, to heading over to the community center to see what activities and programs they have going on for the day. Make The Meridian your home!
The Meridian 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.
Unique Features
- Professionally Managed
- Water Views
- Pre-Wired for Internet and Cable
- Laundry Room
- Private Boat Dock
- Quartz Countertops and New Stainless-Steel Applian
- Close Proximity to Restaurants, Shopping, and Much
- Amazon Hub Package Lockers
- BBQ Picnic Area
- Newly Remodeled
- After-Hours Emergency Maintenance
- Easy Freeway Access
- Nest Thermostats
- Open-Concept Kitchen
- Quartz Countertops & New Stainless-Steel Appliance
Community Amenities
Fitness Center
Laundry Facilities
Playground
Grill
- Laundry Facilities
- Fitness Center
- Playground
- Grill
- Picnic Area
- Waterfront
- Dock
Apartment Features
Washer/Dryer
Patio
Stainless Steel Appliances
Ceiling Fans
- Washer/Dryer
- Heating
- Ceiling Fans
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Kitchen
- Quartz Countertops
- Patio
- Dock
400 Canal St,
San Rafael,
CA
94901
San Rafael sits at the heart of Marin County, serving as the county seat with a downtown scene that balances big-city energy with a distinctly laid-back Northern California pace. The streets surrounding Fourth Street are lined with local shops, eateries, and galleries, making it easy to run errands, grab coffee, or spend a slow afternoon without ever getting in your car. City parks are plentiful, and the coastal preserves and vast national forests to the north put serious outdoor adventures well within reach.
The arts carry real weight here. Bay Area native George Lucas made San Rafael the home of Industrial Light & Magic, cementing the city's creative identity. The Smith Rafael Film Center screens an eclectic lineup of classic and contemporary films inside a stunning downtown Art Deco theater that's been a cultural anchor for decades. The monthly 2nd Friday Art Walk draws a lively local crowd to galleries and studios throughout the area.
Learn more about living in San Rafael
Average Prices by Area
Compare neighborhood and city base rent averages by bedroom.
| Canal Waterfront | San Rafael, CA | |
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| Studio | $1,526 | $1,835 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,446 | $2,210 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $2,241 | $2,825 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $3,683 | $3,298 |
Amenities
- Laundry Facilities
- Grill
- Picnic Area
- Waterfront
- Dock
- Fitness Center
- Playground
- Professionally Managed
- Water Views
- Pre-Wired for Internet and Cable
- Laundry Room
- Private Boat Dock
- Quartz Countertops and New Stainless-Steel Applian
- Close Proximity to Restaurants, Shopping, and Much
- Amazon Hub Package Lockers
- BBQ Picnic Area
- Newly Remodeled
- After-Hours Emergency Maintenance
- Easy Freeway Access
- Nest Thermostats
- Open-Concept Kitchen
- Quartz Countertops & New Stainless-Steel Appliance
- Washer/Dryer
- Heating
- Ceiling Fans
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Kitchen
- Quartz Countertops
- Patio
- Dock
Expenses
Recurring
Cat Rent
$30
Dog Rent
$30
One-Time
Cat Deposit
$500
Dog Deposit
$500
Office Hours
628-500-9881
| Monday | 9am - 5pm |
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| Tuesday | 9am - 5pm |
| Wednesday | 9am - 5pm |
| Thursday | 9am - 5pm |
| Friday | 9am - 5pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Education
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
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| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 5 min | 1.9 mi | |
| Drive: | 22 min | 13.3 mi | |
| Drive: | 26 min | 16.1 mi | |
| Drive: | 31 min | 17.7 mi |
The Meridian is within 5 minutes or 1.9 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
Nearby
Private Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades K-12
Nearby
School data provided by
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The GreatSchools Rating helps parents compare schools within a state based on a variety of school quality indicators and provides a helpful picture of how effectively each school serves all of its students. Ratings are on a scale of 1 (below average) to 10 (above average) and can include test scores, college readiness, academic progress, advanced courses, equity, discipline and attendance data. We also advise parents to visit schools, consider other information on school performance and programs, and consider family needs as part of the school selection process.
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Transportation options available in San Rafael include Richmond Station, located 10.5 miles from The Meridian. The Meridian is near Metro Oakland International, located 30.3 miles or 42 minutes away, and San Francisco International, located 30.9 miles or 51 minutes away.
| Transit / Subway | Distance | ||
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| Transit / Subway | Distance | ||
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Drive: | 17 min | 10.5 mi |
| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.3 mi | |
| Drive: | 8 min | 3.0 mi | |
| Drive: | 9 min | 5.3 mi | |
| Drive: | 14 min | 8.7 mi | |
| Drive: | 17 min | 10.4 mi |
| Airports | Distance | ||
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| Airports | Distance | ||
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Metro Oakland International
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Drive: | 42 min | 30.3 mi |
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San Francisco International
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Drive: | 51 min | 30.9 mi |
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.
How It Works
Fairly Walkable
Walkability
50
/ 100
Some Public Transit
Transit
50
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100
/ 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
50
/ 100
Scores provided by
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
Busy
Soundscore™
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Traffic
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HowLoud What is a Sound Score Rating? A Sound Score Rating aggregates noise caused by vehicle traffic, airplane traffic and local sources. How It WorksTime and distance from The Meridian.
| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
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| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 3 min | 0.2 mi | |
| Walk: | 12 min | 0.6 mi | |
| Walk: | 16 min | 0.9 mi |
The Meridian has 3 shopping centers within 0.9 mile, which is about a 16-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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Drive: | 7 min | 2.1 mi |
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Hal Brown Park at Creekside
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Drive: | 9 min | 3.9 mi |
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McNear's Beach County Park
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Drive: | 14 min | 5.6 mi |
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Baltimore Canyon Open Space
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Drive: | 16 min | 5.8 mi |
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China Camp State Park
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Drive: | 15 min | 7.2 mi |
The Meridian has 5 parks within 7.2 miles, including WildCare, Hal Brown Park at Creekside, and Baltimore Canyon Open Space.
| Hospitals | Distance | ||
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| Hospitals | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 10 min | 4.2 mi | |
| Drive: | 11 min | 5.7 mi | |
| Drive: | 17 min | 11.6 mi |
The Meridian has 3 hospitals within 11.6 miles, the nearest is MarinHealth Medical Center which is 4.2 miles away and a 10 minute drive.
| Military Bases | Distance | ||
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| Military Bases | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 22 min | 13.5 mi | |
| Drive: | 29 min | 15.9 mi | |
| Drive: | 36 min | 23.9 mi |
The Meridian has 3 military bases within 23.9 miles, the nearest is Armory West Contra Costa which is 13.5 miles away and a 22 minute drive.
The Meridian Photos
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Kitchen Area With Wooden Flooring
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Dining Area With Wooden Flooring
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Living Room With Wooden Flooring
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Bedroom With Wooden Flooring
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Full Updated Bathroom
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Bedroom With Wooden Flooring
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Models
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Studio
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1 Bedroom
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1 Bedroom
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2 Bedrooms
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2 Bedrooms
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2 Bedrooms
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Does The Meridian have in-unit laundry?
The Meridian has units with in‑unit washers and dryers, making laundry day simple for residents.
What utilities are included in rent at The Meridian?
Utilities are not included in rent. Residents should plan to set up and pay for all services separately.
Is parking available at The Meridian?
Contact this property for parking details.
Which floor plans are available, and what are the price ranges?
The Meridian has studios to three-bedrooms with rent ranges from $2,350/mo. to $4,095/mo.
Is The Meridian pet-friendly?
Yes, The Meridian welcomes pets. Breed restrictions, weight limits, and additional fees may apply. View this property's pet policy.
How much income do I need to rent at The Meridian?
A good rule of thumb is to spend no more than 30% of your gross income on rent. Based on the lowest available rent of $2,350 for a studio, you would need to earn about $94,000 per year to qualify. Want to double-check your budget? Calculate how much rent you can afford with our Rent Affordability Calculator.
Does The Meridian have move-in specials?
The Meridian is not currently offering any rent specials. Check back soon, as promotions change frequently.
Does The Meridian offer Matterport 3D tours?
Yes! The Meridian offers 1 Matterport 3D Tours. Explore different floor plans and see unit level details, all without leaving home.
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?
A Sound Score Rating aggregates noise caused by vehicle traffic, airplane traffic and local sources.
400 Canal St
San Rafael, CA 94901
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