Studio Apartments for Rent in the Central Waterfront Neighborhood of San Francisco, CA (456 Rentals)

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Largest Available Central Waterfront Studio Apartments

The largest available Studio apartment unit in the Central Waterfront area of San Francisco, CA is found at NEMA and is listed at 906 square feet priced from $3,785. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
NEMASW906 Sq Ft$3,785
Fifteen FiftyStudio / 1 Bathroom670 Sq Ft$3,125
MossoSV Renovation 2664 Sq Ft$2,953
Channel Mission BayStudio E1H607 Sq Ft$3,479
VerdeStudio I607 Sq Ft$5,041
855 BrannanS1 - Curved600 Sq Ft$3,230
Bennett LoftsStudio590 Sq Ft$2,415
The BradyS3.7571 Sq Ft$3,250
Hanover Soma WestS10526 Sq Ft$2,856

Cheapest Available Central Waterfront Studio Apartments

Currently the lowest priced Studio apartment unit Central Waterfront of San Francisco, CA is the Studio Model starting from $1,095 at Oasis Apartments. The average price for all Studio apartments in Central Waterfront is currently $2,839. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in the area:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Oasis ApartmentsStudio$1,095
743 Polk, 731-753 Polk Street/807 Ellis St0BR/1.0BA$1,395
Hyde Park Apartments LLC.Studio / 1 Bathroom$1,445
1335 Folsom StModel H$1,550
TL ResidencesStudio$1,586
O'Farrell Associates LLC.Studio / 1 Bathroom$1,595
The Cornelia SuitesCornelia Suites Studio$1,645
635 EllisStudio 1 Bath$1,675
Larkin Street ApartmentsStudio$1,695
816 GearyStudio 1 Bath$1,695

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Central Waterfront, San Francisco, CA

Ranked #4

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Lifestyle Ratings

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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

Frequently Asked Questions about Studio Central Waterfront Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Central Waterfront with Studio?

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

How much is the average rent for a Studio Central Waterfront Apartment?

The average rent for a Studio Apartment in Central Waterfront is $2,839.

What is the largest available Studio Central Waterfront Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Central Waterfront is a 906 square feet unit starting from $3,785 at NEMA.

What is the average size for Central Waterfront Studio Apartments for rent?

The average size for a Studio rental in Central Waterfront is currently 601 sq ft.

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