Deer Valley Apartments

2500 Deer Valley Rd, San Rafael, CA 94903

Last Updated: Today

Floor Plan Summary
Monthly Rent	Bedrooms	Bathrooms	Sq. Ft.
$2,769 - $4,757	1 - 3 Beds	1 - 3	1 - 2 Baths	1 - 2	816 - 1,322 sq. ft.

Rent Specials

Limited time offer! Sign a new lease and receive up to $3,500 off rent. Daily self-guided tours available by appointment - book your tour today! *Up to $3,500 off rent on select units if lease starts by 8/9, $3,300 off if lease starts by 8/16. For lease start dates from 8/17/25 through 8/30/25, offer includes potential maximum savings of $3,000 only. For new residents only that apply for a 12-month term, on approved credit. Other lease terms and dates may be available; pricing and offers may vary. Restrictions apply. Security deposit amounts may vary based on credit, rental history, and other qualifying factors. For details on application requirements, deposits, and all mandatory or optional fees, please visit the community’s Leasing Info page on the Essex website.

Pricing and Floor Plans

1 Bed 1 Bath Large

$2,769

1 Bed, 1 Bath

, 816 Sq. Ft.

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Sep. 8

Unit

Price

Sq. Ft.

Available

0332

$2,769

816 Sq. Ft.

9/8/25

2 Bed 1 Bath

$3,279 - $3,319

2 Beds, 1 Bath

, 848 Sq. Ft.

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2 Rentals Available

Unit

Price

Sq. Ft.

Available

1231

$3,319

848 Sq. Ft.

Now

0331

$3,279

848 Sq. Ft.

9/7/25

2 Bed 2 Bath Townhome

$3,917

2 Beds, 2 Baths

, 1,124 Sq. Ft.

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Aug. 27

Unit

Price

Sq. Ft.

Available

0513

$3,917

1,124 Sq. Ft.

8/27/25

3 Bed 2 Bath Townhome

$4,537 - $4,757

3 Beds, 2 Baths

, 1,322 Sq. Ft.

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2 Rentals Available

Unit

Price

Sq. Ft.

Available

1012

$4,537

1,322 Sq. Ft.

Now

1313

$4,757

1,322 Sq. Ft.

8/11/25

3 Bed 2 Bath

$4,087

3 Beds, 2 Baths

, 1,159 Sq. Ft.

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1 Rental Available

Unit

Price

Sq. Ft.

Available

0611

$4,087

1,159 Sq. Ft.

Now

* 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.

Details

Lease Term Options

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

Property Information

Built in 1996
171 units / 3 stories

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

Property Highlights

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

Apartment Features

Air Conditioning
Balcony
Dishwasher
Fireplace
Hardwood Floors
Heating
High Ceilings
Smoke Free
Stainless Steel Appliances
Vaulted Ceiling
Washer/Dryer

Community Features

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

Neighborhood Scores

Walk Score ^®

Car-Dependent43 / 100

Transit Score ^®

Some Transit32 / 100

Bike Score ^®

Somewhat Bikeable14 / 100

Soundscore ^™

Calm81 / 100

Transit

Commuter Rail

Marin Civic Center Smart

3 min Drive

Commuter Rail

Novato Hamilton Smart

7 min Drive

Airport

San Francisco International

55 min Drive

Airport

Metro Oakland International

47 min Drive

Moving to Smith Ranch, San Rafael, CA

Shopping Centers

Shoppers will appreciate Deer Valley Apartments proximity to Northgate Retail Center and Marinwood Shopping Center. Northgate Retail Center is 1.2 miles away, and Marinwood Shopping Center is within a 43 minute walk.

Commuting

With a TransitScore of 32, Deer Valley Apartments has some transit, including 5 transit stops within 7.6 miles. Transit options include Marin Civic Center Smart and Novato Hamilton Smart.

Parks and Recreation

Recreational activities near Deer Valley Apartments are plentiful. Discover 1 park within 1.4 miles, including John F. McInnis County Park.

Airports

Living in Smith Ranch provides easy access to San Francisco International, located just 56 minutes from Deer Valley Apartments. Another nearby airport is Metro Oakland International, located 35.5 miles away.

Local Education

Primary and Secondary Schools

Mary E. Silveira Elementary

Grades K-5

Public

Short Elementary

Grades K-5

Public

Caulbridge School

Grades PK-2

Private

Miller Creek Middle

Grades 6-8

Public

GATE Academy

Grades K-8

Private

Terra Linda High

Grades 9-12

Public

San Rafael High

Grades 9-12

Public

Marin County Special Education School

Grades K-12

Public

Star Academy

Grades 1-12

Private

Colleges and Universities

School

Commute Time (Distance)

Dominican Univ. of Ca

Drive: 10 min (5.2 mi)

About Deer Valley Apartments

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 one-, two-, or three-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, wood-style flooring, 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 barbecue 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. Price reflected is base rent and does not include mandatory or optional fees. Detailed fee information and fee schedules can be found on the community's Leasing Info page on our Essex website.

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 one-, two-, or three-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, wood-style flooring, 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 barbecue 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. Price reflected is base rent and does not include mandatory or optional fees. Detailed fee information and fee schedules can be found on the community's Leasing Info page on our Essex website.

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Renter Reviews

For Deer Valley

4.9

2 Ratings & Reviews

How Is This Rating Determined?

4/8/21

worst place to live save this really bad experience and they erase your bad grades

I would never return to this place they rented me an apartment full of insects I kept the photos I asked them to return my money and they would compensate me with my moving expenses, terrible treatment of the manager never solved me and I only returned very little of everything that I I paid them and they gave me an apartment infested with insects

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1/21/16

Nice, but pricey

Nice units, good layout, grounds are well-maintained. In-suite laundry really convenient. Assigned parking, but if you need extra it can be hard to find a spot sometimes. Kitchen could use an upgrade - cabinets and counter-tops are showing their age. I'd still say it's pricey for what you get, though, and rent has increased significantly each year for the past 3 years.

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