Cheap Homes for Rent in Central Waterfront Neighborhood of San Francisco, CA from $1,100 (14 Rentals)

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Cheapest Available Central Waterfront Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Central Waterfront area of San Francisco, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at FOUND Study San Francisco priced from $700. Oasis Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,095. Here are the most affordable Central Waterfront apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
FOUND Study San FranciscoDouble1BR,1BA$700
Oasis ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,095
Hyde Park Apartments LLC.Studio / 1 BathroomStudio,1BA$1,445
Yerba Buena CommonsStudioStudio,1BA$1,495
743 Polk, 731-753 Polk Street/807 Ellis St0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,495

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central Waterfront, CA

As of May 03, 2025 the best value apartment in the Central Waterfront area is the $3.11 price per square foot 17 Kiska Rd Model at 17 Kiska Rd in the in the Bayview District neighborhood starting from $4,650. The second greatest value Central Waterfront apartment is the 3 Beds, 2 baths Model at 1370-1378 Natoma St starting at $2,760 with a $2.04 price per square foot in the Intermission neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Central Waterfront apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
17 Kiska Rd17 Kiska Rd3BR,2BA$3.11
1370-1378 Natoma St3 Beds, 2 baths3BR,2BA$2.04
63 Manchester St, Unit Main63 Manchester St2BR,1BA$3.38
EdgewaterAlta Plaza A1C1BR,1BA$3.04
1028 Howard2BrMOHCD802BR,1BA$3.02
43 Juniper St, Unit 43 Juniper St.43 Juniper St2BR,1BA$3.81
The Cornelia SuitesCornelia Suites 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$3.61
Larkin Street ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$3.06
1030 Post Street Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$3.42
743 Polk, 731-753 Polk Street/807 Ellis St0BR/1.0BAStudio ,1BA$3.84

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Frequently Asked Questions about Central Waterfront

What type of rentals are currently available in Central Waterfront?

There are currently 1908 Apartments for Rent in Central Waterfront, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,095 to $15,014. There are also 98 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Central Waterfront ranging from $1,150 to $18,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Central Waterfront?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Central Waterfront ranges from $1,150 to $18,000 with an average monthly rent of $4,444.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Central Waterfront?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Central Waterfront range from $2,345 to $10,000, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $3,400 to $8,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $4,700 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $4,595.

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