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126 Waverly Pl

179 Sagamore St

540 42nd Ave

Oasis Apartments

1010 Bush St

453 20th Ave, Unit 453 20th Ave

33 Ora Way

853-855 Memory Ln

2547 Irving St, Unit 2545
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666 Jackson St

675 Prentiss St

1408 31st Ave

1008 Larkin

580 Ofarrell St

1612 45th Ave

Yerba Buena Commons

372 7th Ave

Private bedroom in 5 bed/3.5 bath Home
San Francisco's Best Affordable Neighborhoods
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Private bedroom in 5 bed/3.5 bath Home

1244 Mason St

Sutter Street Apartments

The Cornelia Suites

988 Corbett Ave

839 Leavenworth

101 Urbano Dr

416 Turk St

773 Carolina St

1028 Howard

Private bedroom in 5 bed/3.5 bath Home

4742 Mission St, Unit 103

229 Ellis

Soma Residences

1030 Post Street Apartments

1049 Post St

1379-1383-1383 Hampshire St

1832 Greenwich St
San Francisco, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in San Francisco?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cheap San Francisco Studio Apartments | $2,754 | $875 | $6,563 |
Cheap San Francisco 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,511 | $771 | $10,000+ |
Cheap San Francisco 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,821 | $1,400 | $10,000+ |
Cheap San Francisco 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,294 | $1,550 | $10,000+ |
Cheap San Francisco 4 Bedroom Apartments | $6,030 | $1,300 | $10,000+ |
San Francisco 5 Bedroom Apartments | $6,715 | $1,510 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in San Francisco, CA
Pricing Updated: 04/30/2025Current apartment rentals in the San Francisco, CA area range in price from $743 to $40,000 with an overall median price of $5,588. The three San Francisco neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are The Anchorage at Marina Bay at $1,250, Allendale at $1,495, and Hillside at $1,795. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for San Francisco Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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The Anchorage at Marina Bay | $1,250 | $1,250 | 1 |
Allendale | $1,672 | $1,495 | 2 |
Hillside | $1,795 | $1,795 | 1 |
Jefferson | $1,850 | $1,850 | 1 |
Broadmoor District | $1,900 | $1,900 | 1 |
Reservoir Hill | $1,995 | $1,995 | 1 |
East Richmond | $2,195 | $1,895 | 4 |
Bella Vista | $2,237 | $1,800 | 2 |
City Center | $2,250 | $2,250 | 1 |
Metro Richmore Village | $2,250 | $2,250 | 1 |
Cheapest Available San Francisco Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in San Francisco, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at FOUND Study San Francisco in the South Of Market neighborhood priced from $700. Oasis Apartments in the South Of Market neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,095. Here is today’s list of the most affordable San Francisco apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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FOUND Study San Francisco | Double | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
Oasis Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,095 |
1008 Larkin | Efficiency Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,395 |
Hyde Park Apartments LLC. | Studio / 1 Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $1,445 |
743 Polk, 731-753 Polk Street/807 Ellis St | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,495 |
372 7th Ave | Private Room in Shared Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1,500 |
1335 Folsom St | Model H | Studio,1BA | $1,550 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in San Francisco, CA
As of April 30, 2025 the best value apartment in the San Francisco area is the $2.48 price per square foot Two Bedroom TH + Den 17 Model at Pacific Place Apartments in the in the Bayview District neighborhood starting from $3,695. The second greatest value San Francisco apartment is the 2547 Irving St Model at 2547 Irving St, Unit 2545 starting at $1,300 with a $0.93 price per square foot in the Sunset District neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for San Francisco apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Pacific Place Apartments | Two Bedroom TH + Den 17 | 2BR,2.5BA | $2.48 |
2547 Irving St, Unit 2545 | 2547 Irving St | 4BR,2.5BA | $0.93 |
1370-1378 Natoma St | 3 Beds, 2 baths | 3BR,2BA | $2.04 |
5th Street Lofts | Loft A | Studio ,1BA | $2.51 |
1740 Washington St | Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $2.63 |
1550 8th St, Unit 3 | 1550 8th St | 2BR,2BA | $2.43 |
1447 Jones St | unit 7 | 1BR,1BA | $1.78 |
507-511 Dolores St | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.10 |
2120 Pacific Ave | No Current Availability | Studio ,1BA | $2.65 |
4742 Mission St, Unit 103 | 4742 Mission St | 2BR,1BA | $2.17 |
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San Francisco Overview
In the year 1849, many Americans began moving to San Francisco in their pursuit of gold. While these men never found much of this precious metal, they found something that would become even more valuable: a city that would become known as “The Paris of the West.” It is a wonderful nickname, but San Francisco needs no comparison as its vibrant citizens would be happy to tell you. Many revolutions in the name of love and harmony were brought to life in this city and it is filled with happy people. In fact, San Francisco is highly regarded as one of the greatest cities to live in due to its focus on harmony and happiness for its residents. The city is alive with breathtaking views and sophisticated culture. San Francisco is a prosperous community in many regards, and witnessing this all-American city will brighten the heart of tourists and citizens alike, which makes finding a home in one of the many available San Francisco apartments or rental homes a must.
Why live in San Francisco, CA?
San Francisco is one of the most beloved and unique cities in America. It is draped in gorgeous scenery and filled with a loving vibe from many people. From its introduction to American history, San Francisco has always been something completely different than the typical American city. It has always offered something that people want and changes the world for the better with its beliefs and culture. In a city founded on peace and love and located on the jaw-droppingly gorgeous Pacific coast, it is easy to see why San Francisco has cemented its name as one of the most iconic American cities. With a variety of options for apartments in San Francisco, finding a place to live here can be a breeze.
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Getting Around San Francisco, CA
Walk Score®
95 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
81 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
83 / 100
Excellent Transit
Transit is convenient for most trips
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap San Francisco Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in San Francisco?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in San Francisco is under $1,550.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in San Francisco?
The cheapest apartment in San Francisco is FOUND Study San Francisco which is listed at $700, while the average apartment in San Francisco costs $5,588.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in San Francisco?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 11,009 regular apartments in San Francisco that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in San Francisco?
Cheap apartments in San Francisco have an average cost of $975 which is $4,613 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in San Francisco.
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