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The Fitzgerald
2095 Bryant StSan Francisco, CA 94110
Cheap New Apartments for Rent in San Francisco, CA from $500 (11 Rentals)
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Sutter Street Apartments
1156 Sutter StSan Francisco, CA 94109
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FOUND Study San Francisco
16 Turk StSan Francisco, CA 94102
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1100 Ocean Avenue
1100-1140 Ocean AveSan Francisco, CA 94112
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The Kelsey Civic Center
240 Van Ness AveSan Francisco, CA 94102
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from $1,420Built in 2020Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
The Union
532 Union StOakland, CA 94607
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San Francisco, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in San Francisco?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| San Francisco Studio Apartments | $2,732 | $595 | $6,212 |
| San Francisco 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,501 | $771 | $10,000+ |
| San Francisco 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,719 | $1,400 | $10,000+ |
| San Francisco 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,562 | $1,754 | $10,000+ |
| San Francisco 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,825 | $3,100 | $10,000+ |
| San Francisco 5 Bedroom Apartments | $4,772 | $4,295 | $5,250 |
| San Francisco 6 Bedroom Apartments | $4,200 | $4,200 | $4,200 |
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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
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- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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February 25, 2025Gorgeous parks and a wonderful place for those who appreciate culture, great food, and incredible ocean views. The arts and culture scene here is world-class!
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 $1,395.
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 $5,296.
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 12,362 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 $1,026 which is $4,270 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in San Francisco.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.
A San Francisco Local Expert’s Guide to the Top Budget-Friendly Bay Area Neighborhoods to Rent
Written by: Shannon Hilson
If you’re anything like me, the thought of San Francisco is synonymous with concepts like creativity, character, and quirky local style.
Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Often, in the excitement of finding a new place to live, there’s a rush to make it happen, and - too often - a new tenant signs a lease without reading it carefully.
Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting
Written by: Andrea Lee Negroni, JD
While many apartment buildings are “no smoking” properties, it’s hard to know exactly how many. In 2017, the National Apartment Association reported more than half of rental properties had smoke free policies.
Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money
Written by: Amber Kanuckel
With the rising costs of housing, a lot of renters are asking this question: Is it possible to opt out of various amenities that your rental property offers so that you can avoid paying the fees.