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Deer Valley

2500 Deer Valley Rd, San Rafael, CA 94903 – Smith Ranch

4.9 (2 reviews)

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  • Monthly Rent

    $2,841 - $3,200

  • Bedrooms

    1 - 2 bd

  • Bathrooms

    1 - 2 ba

  • Square Feet

    706 - 981 sq ft

Deer Valley
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We offer Self-Guided Tours by Appointment Only. Escape to nature surrounded by peaceful scenery and Marin County’s rolling hills at Deer Valley apartments in San Rafael, CA. Choose from our 1-, 2-, or 3-bedroom apartment homes and find your ideal Bay Area sanctuary. Our apartments feature smart layouts enhanced with excellent amenities to create an inviting place to call home. Each residence comes complete with an in-home washer and dryer, and select homes boast elements like air conditioning, vaulted ceilings, hardwood-style vinyl floors, a gas fireplace, or a private patio or balcony. Around our pet-friendly community, experience an array of amenities that offers something for everyone. Take a dip in our pool, visit our two playgrounds or host friends and neighbors in our BBQ and picnic area. Just beyond our grounds, you will find that you are perfectly positioned to savor tranquil seclusion while keeping daily conveniences close at hand. We are located just minutes from access to public transportation and Highway 101, making getting around easy.

Pricing & Floor Plans

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1 Bed 1 Bath $2,841
1 Bed 1 Bath 706 Sq Ft
1 Available unit
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  • Unit 0224
    price $2,841
    square feet 706
    availibility Now
2 Bed 2 Bath $3,190 – $3,200
2 Beds 2 Baths 981 Sq Ft
2 Available units
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  • Unit 0225
    price $3,190
    square feet 981
    availibility Now
  • Unit 0635
    price $3,200
    square feet 981
    availibility Feb 8
2 Bed 1 Bath $3,080
2 Beds 1 Bath 848 Sq Ft
1 Available unit
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  • Unit 0436
    price $3,080
    square feet 848
    availibility Jan 16
1 Bed 1 Bath $2,841
1 Bed 1 Bath 706 Sq Ft
1 Available unit
Unit
Base Price
Sq Ft
Availability
Unit Details
  • Unit 0224
    price $2,841
    square feet 706
    availibility Now
2 Bed 2 Bath $3,190 – $3,200
2 Beds 2 Baths 981 Sq Ft
2 Available units
Unit
Base Price
Sq Ft
Availability
Unit Details
  • Unit 0225
    price $3,190
    square feet 981
    availibility Now
  • Unit 0635
    price $3,200
    square feet 981
    availibility Feb 8
2 Bed 1 Bath $3,080
2 Beds 1 Bath 848 Sq Ft
1 Available unit
Unit
Base Price
Sq Ft
Availability
Unit Details
  • Unit 0436
    price $3,080
    square feet 848
    availibility Jan 16
* Price shown is base rent and may not include non-optional fees and utilities. 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.

About Deer Valley

We offer Self-Guided Tours by Appointment Only. Escape to nature surrounded by peaceful scenery and Marin County’s rolling hills at Deer Valley apartments in San Rafael, CA. Choose from our 1-, 2-, or 3-bedroom apartment homes and find your ideal Bay Area sanctuary. Our apartments feature smart layouts enhanced with excellent amenities to create an inviting place to call home. Each residence comes complete with an in-home washer and dryer, and select homes boast elements like air conditioning, vaulted ceilings, hardwood-style vinyl floors, a gas fireplace, or a private patio or balcony. Around our pet-friendly community, experience an array of amenities that offers something for everyone. Take a dip in our pool, visit our two playgrounds or host friends and neighbors in our BBQ and picnic area. Just beyond our grounds, you will find that you are perfectly positioned to savor tranquil seclusion while keeping daily conveniences close at hand. We are located just minutes from access to public transportation and Highway 101, making getting around easy.

Deer Valley is an apartment community located in Marin County and the 94903 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Dixie Elementary attendance zone.

Unique Features

  • Airbnb-friendly community
  • Night Patrol
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking
  • BBQ area
  • Online resident portal
  • Storage Units

Community Amenities

Pool

Fitness Center

Playground

Picnic Area

  • Wi-Fi
  • Maintenance on site
  • Walk-Up
  • Fitness Center
  • Pool
  • Playground
  • Courtyard
  • Picnic Area

Apartment Features

Washer/Dryer

Dishwasher

Hardwood Floors

Walk-In Closets

  • Washer/Dryer
  • Heating
  • Smoke Free
  • Fireplace
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Hardwood Floors
  • High Ceilings
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Views
  • Walk-In Closets
  • Balcony

Fees and Policies

The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.

  • One-Time Move-In Fees
  • Administrative Fee
    $0
  • Application Fee
    $48

Details

Lease Options

  • We have flexible lease terms and pricing to fit your needs!

Property Information

  • Built in 1996
  • 171 units/3 stories
Location
Property Address: 2500 Deer Valley Rd, San Rafael,
CA 94903
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Amenities
  • Wi-Fi
  • Maintenance on site
  • Walk-Up
  • Courtyard
  • Picnic Area
  • Fitness Center
  • Pool
  • Playground
  • Airbnb-friendly community
  • Night Patrol
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking
  • BBQ area
  • Online resident portal
  • Storage Units
  • Washer/Dryer
  • Heating
  • Smoke Free
  • Fireplace
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Hardwood Floors
  • High Ceilings
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Views
  • Walk-In Closets
  • Balcony
Expenses
Recurring
Cat Rent $50
Dog Rent $75
One-Time
Application Fee $48
Cat Fee $0
Cat Deposit $500
Dog Fee $0
Dog Deposit $500
Office Hours
Monday 9am - 6pm
Tuesday 9am - 6pm
Wednesday 10am - 6pm
Thursday 9am - 6pm
Friday 9am - 6pm
Saturday 9am - 6pm
Sunday Closed
Neighborhood

The Smith Ranch neighborhood lies five miles north of downtown San Rafael on Highway 101 and a 45-minute drive from San Francisco. Many of the rental apartments in the area sit within complexes that provide a range of on-site amenities.

Independent stores in the area include Warm Things for home bedding and Northgate Florist for customized floral arrangements and bouquets. Residents can grab a sandwich at Smith Ranch Deli & Market and enjoy an evening meal at Sakura Sushi. Alternatively, Italian fare at Mulberry Street Pizzeria includes the popular "For the Love of Mushrooms" wheat-crust pizza. For a greater variety of shops, including popular anchor stores, visit Northgate Mall, a six-minute drive away.

When it comes to outdoor activities, locals go to McInnis Park Golf Course, partake in fishing at Lagoon Park, or they drive to the San Pedro Mountain's Open Space Reserve to hike the trails.

Learn more about living in Smith Ranch 
Education
Colleges & Universities Distance
Colleges & Universities Distance
Dominican Univ. of Ca
Drive: 10 min 5.2 mi
Contra Costa College
Drive: 29 min 18.5 mi
UC San Francisco, Mount Zion
Drive: 32 min 20.4 mi
Touro University California
Drive: 35 min 24.3 mi
Deer Valley is within 10 minutes or 5.2 miles from Dominican Univ. of Ca. It is also near Contra Costa College and UC San Francisco, Mount Zion.
Schools
Marin County Special Education School
Public Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades K-12
201 Students
Nearby
Mary E. Silveira Elementary
Public Elementary School
Grades K-5
433 Students
Attendance Zone
5
Out of 10
Short Elementary
Public Elementary School
Grades K-5
99 Students
Nearby
Miller Creek Middle
Public Middle School
Grades 6-8
608 Students
Attendance Zone
6
Out of 10
Terra Linda High
Public High School
Grades 9-12
1,189 Students
Attendance Zone
7
Out of 10
San Rafael High
Public High School
Grades 9-12
1,265 Students
Attendance Zone
6
Out of 10
Caulbridge School
Private Elementary School
Grades PK-2
Nearby
Gate Academy
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades K-8
54 Students
Nearby
Star Academy
Private Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades 1-12
66 Students
Nearby
School data provided by GreatSchools 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.
Transportation

Transportation options available in San Rafael include Richmond Station, located 15.7 miles from Deer Valley. Deer Valley is near San Francisco International, located 35.3 miles or 56 minutes away, and Metro Oakland International, located 35.5 miles or 49 minutes away.

Transit / Subway Distance
Transit / Subway Distance
Richmond Station
Drive: 24 min 15.7 mi
El Cerrito Del Norte Station
Drive: 27 min 17.2 mi
El Cerrito Plaza Station
Drive: 28 min 19.1 mi
Hyde And Beach
Drive: 34 min 21.0 mi
Jefferson And Taylor
Drive: 34 min 21.3 mi
Commuter Rail Distance
Commuter Rail Distance
Marin Civic Center Smart
Drive: 4 min 2.3 mi
Novato Hamilton Smart
Drive: 8 min 3.8 mi
San Rafael Smart
Drive: 8 min 4.6 mi
Larkspur Smart
Drive: 13 min 7.4 mi
Novato Downtown Smart
Drive: 11 min 7.6 mi
Airports Distance
Airports Distance
San Francisco International
 Drive: 56 min 35.3 mi
Metro Oakland International
 Drive: 49 min 35.5 mi
Car-Dependent
43
Walk Score®
Out of 100
This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.
Some Transit
31
Transit Score®
Out of 100
You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.
Somewhat Bikeable
14
Bike Score®
Out of 100
You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.
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Soundscore™
Out of 100

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Points of Interest

Time and distance from Deer Valley.

Shopping Centers Distance
Shopping Centers Distance
Northgate Retail Center
Drive: 3 min 1.2 mi
Marinwood Shopping Center
Drive: 5 min 2.0 mi
Northgate Shopping Center III
Drive: 5 min 2.2 mi
Deer Valley has 3 shopping centers within 2.2 miles, which is about a 5-minute drive. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
Parks and Recreation Distance
Parks and Recreation Distance
John F. McInnis County Park
 Drive: 5 min 1.4 mi
WildCare
 Drive: 11 min 5.4 mi
China Camp State Park
 Drive: 15 min 6.6 mi
McNear's Beach County Park
 Drive: 20 min 9.5 mi
Loma Alta Preserve
 Drive: 22 min 10.2 mi
Deer Valley has 5 parks within 10.2 miles, including John F. McInnis County Park, WildCare, and China Camp State Park.
Hospitals Distance
Hospitals Distance
Kaiser Foundation Hospital
Drive: 7 min 2.6 mi
Novato Community Hospital
Drive: 11 min 6.7 mi
MarinHealth Medical Center
Drive: 15 min 8.6 mi
Deer Valley has 3 hospitals within 8.6 miles, the nearest is Kaiser Foundation Hospital which is 2.6 miles away and a 7 minutes drive.
Military Bases Distance
Military Bases Distance
Armory West Contra Costa
Drive: 29 min 18.7 mi
Mare Island Naval Reserve
Drive: 33 min 23.7 mi
Deer Valley is 18.7 miles from Armory West Contra Costa, and is convenient to other military bases, including Mare Island Naval Reserve.
 
 
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which floor plans are available, and what are the price ranges?

Deer Valley has one to two bedrooms with rent ranges from $2,841/mo. to $3,200/mo.

Can I see a model or tour Deer Valley?

Yes, to view the floor plan in person, please schedule a personal tour.

What neighborhood is the property located in?

Deer Valley is in Smith Ranch in the city of San Rafael. Here you’ll find three shopping centers within 2.2 miles of the property. Five parks are within 10.2 miles, including John F. McInnis County Park, WildCare, and China Camp State Park.

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