Rentometer, Inc. | Data as of 10/23/2025
San Anselmo, nestled in the heart of Marin County, offers a charming blend of smallâtown atmosphere and easy access to the vibrant Bay Area. The city is celebrated for its treeâlined streets, historic downtown with boutique shops and farmâtoâtable restaurants, and topârated schools that attract families. Outdoor enthusiasts appreciate the proximity to the Golden Gate National Recreation Area, the rolling hills of the Ross Valley, and scenic trails leading up to Mount Tamalpais, while commuters benefit from nearby HighwayâŻ101 and reliable Marin County Transit connections to SanâŻRafael and SanâŻFrancisco.
The rental market in SanâŻAnselmo reflects its desirability, featuring a mix of wellâmaintained apartments and spacious singleâfamily homes. Oneâ and twoâbedroom apartments typically rent in the $2,300â$3,200 range, offering modern amenities and convenient locations near shops and transit stops. Larger households often opt for houses, with twoâbedroom homes commonly priced around $4,000â$4,300, threeâbedroom residences ranging from $6,500 to $6,800, and premium fourâplusâbedroom homes commanding $8,500â$10,000. These options cater to a diverse tenant base, from young professionals seeking a quiet urban feel to families looking for room to grow in a safe, communityâfocused environment.
Beyond housing, SanâŻAnselmo provides a rich lifestyle with cultural events at the historic SanâŻAnselmo Library, farmersâ markets, and easy access to nearby attractions such as the Marin County Civic Center and the coastal towns of Sausalito and Tiburon. The combination of highâquality rental choices, excellent schools, and abundant recreational opportunities makes SanâŻAnselmo a soughtâafter destination for renters seeking both comfort and convenience in Marin County.
Property Type | Bedrooms | Average | Median | Min - Max | 25th - 75th |
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Apartment | 1 Bedroom | $2,413 | $2,500 | $1,050 - $2,983 | $2,250 - $2,650 |
Apartment | 2 Bedroom | $3,156 | $3,147 | $2,795 - $3,500 | $2,850 - $3,500 |
House | 2 Bedroom | $4,304 | $4,000 | $3,300 - $5,500 | $3,900 - $4,800 |
House | 3 Bedroom | $6,542 | $6,850 | $3,900 - $8,800 | $4,995 - $8,500 |
House | 4+ Bedroom | $10,010 | $8,250 | $2,500 - $19,500 | $6,900 - $9,500 |
In the current period, the average rent in San Anselmo was
$2,422 for 1 Bedroom,
$3,820 for 2 Bedroom,
$6,542 for 3 Bedroom, and
$10,536 for 4+ Bedroom.
Note: This analysis includes only bedroom types with sufficient data.
Data provided by Rentometer, Inc.