
Cheap Homes for Rent in Central Waterfront Neighborhood of San Francisco, CA from $1,100 (14 Rentals)
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1906 Mission St
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675 Prentiss St

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1041 Valencia St, Unit B

750 Van Ness Ave
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454 Clementina St

837 Moultrie St
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653 Minna St

1570 Palou Ave
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630 Carolina St

601 Van Ness Ave

99 Rausch St

300 3rd St, Unit # 309
Central Waterfront, San Francisco, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Central Waterfront?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Central Waterfront 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,215 | $3,200 | $9,500 |
Central Waterfront 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,098 | $3,400 | $8,500 |
Central Waterfront 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $8,208 | $4,700 | $10,000+ |
Central Waterfront 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $7,400 | $7,400 | $7,400 |
Central Waterfront 7 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,150 | $1,150 | $1,150 |
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There are currently 14 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Central Waterfront Neighborhood of San Francisco, CA.
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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 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 |
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 |
Yerba Buena Commons | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,495 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central Waterfront, CA
As of May 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the Central Waterfront area is the $3.01 price per square foot 17 Kiska Rd Model at 17 Kiska Rd in the in the Bayview District neighborhood starting from $4,495. The second greatest value Central Waterfront apartment is the 2 Bedroom / 2 Bathroom Model at Fifteen Fifty starting at $5,495 with a $4.01 price per square foot in the South Of Market neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Central Waterfront apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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17 Kiska Rd | 17 Kiska Rd | 3BR,2BA | $3.01 |
Fifteen Fifty | 2 Bedroom / 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $4.01 |
63 Manchester St, Unit Main | 63 Manchester St | 2BR,1BA | $3.38 |
3343 20th St, Unit 3343 | 3343 20th St | 2BR,2BA | $4.00 |
1028 Howard | 2BrMOHCD80 | 2BR,1BA | $3.02 |
56 Neptune St | 56 Neptune St | 1BR,1BA | $1.81 |
Bennett Lofts | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $4.01 |
Larkin Street Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.06 |
1030 Post Street Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.42 |
743 Polk, 731-753 Polk Street/807 Ellis St | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,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 1902 Apartments for Rent in Central Waterfront, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,175 to $15,014. There are also 94 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 $4,716.
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 $7,400, 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 $4,495.
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