Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Central Waterfront Neighborhood of San Francisco, CA from $700 (84 Rentals)

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La Fnix at 1950
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

La Fnix at 1950

1950 Mission StSan Francisco, CA 94103

Central Waterfront

Named as one of the Best Affordable Neighborhoods to rent in San Francisco by our San Francisco, CA Local Expert Shannon Hilson. See how it ranks!

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520 Geary
Studio Apartments

520 Geary

520-524 Geary StSan Francisco, CA 94102
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145 Fell
Studio Apartments

145 Fell

145 Fell StSan Francisco, CA 94102
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615 Leavenworth
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

615 Leavenworth

615 Leavenworth StSan Francisco, CA 94109
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620 Eddy St
Studio Apartments

620 Eddy St

620 Eddy StSan Francisco, CA 94109
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675 OFarrell
Studio Apartments

675 OFarrell

675 O'Farrell StSan Francisco, CA 94109
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1051 Post
Studio Apartments

1051 Post

1051 Post StSan Francisco, CA 94109
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665 Eddy
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

665 Eddy

665 Eddy StSan Francisco, CA 94109
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635 Ellis
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

635 Ellis

635 Ellis StSan Francisco, CA 94109
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3270 21st
Studio Apartments

3270 21st

3270 21st StSan Francisco, CA 94110
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Burnette Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Burnette Apartments

815 O'Farrell StSan Francisco, CA 94109
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650 Ellis
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

650 Ellis

650 Ellis StSan Francisco, CA 94109
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57 Taylor
Studio Apartments

57 Taylor

39-57 Taylor StSan Francisco, CA 94102
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Geary Manor
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Geary Manor

760-768 Geary StSan Francisco, CA 94109
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816 Geary
Studio Apartments

816 Geary

816 Geary StSan Francisco, CA 94109
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Central Waterfront, San Francisco, CA Local Guide

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Central Waterfront, San Francisco, CA

Ranked #3

Among neighborhoods in San Francisco, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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Central Waterfront, San Francisco, CA

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Central Waterfront, San Francisco, CA

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Central Waterfront, San Francisco, and the greater San Francisco area. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for the best outdoor access, luxury amenities, pet-friendly features, apartment complexes for the kids, proximity to transit, and other valuable search options. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Getting Around the Central Waterfront Neighborhood in San Francisco, CA

Walk Score®

82 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

93 / 100

Biker's Paradise

Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike

Transit Score®

66 / 100

Good Transit

Many nearby public transportation options

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Central Waterfront Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Central Waterfront?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Central Waterfront is at Oasis Apartments listed at $1,095.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Central Waterfront Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Central Waterfront Apartment is $700 at FOUND Study San Francisco.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Central Waterfront Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Central Waterfront is starting from $2,295 at Palace Court Apartments LLC..

What is the most affordable Central Waterfront Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Central Waterfront Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Astella and starts from $5,244.

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