
Apartments for Rent in the Downtown San Francisco Neighborhood of San Francisco, CA (2,582 Rentals)


The Gateway

Geary Courtyard

Spera

Towers at Rincon

Solaire (San Francisco)

333 Fremont

1333 Gough Apartments at Cathedral Hill

Jasper
San Francisco's Best Affordable Neighborhoods
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SoMa Square

Tower 737 Condominium Rentals

The Cornelia Suites

1030 Post Street Apartments

Modera Rincon Hill

Avery 450

The Paramount

1700 California Street

Pinnacle at Nob Hill

Telegraph Hill
Downtown San Francisco
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!

1000 Chestnut Street Apartments

Warrington Apartments

Nob Hill Place

500 Folsom

Grosvenor Court

Nob Hill Tower

AVA Nob Hill

580 Ofarrell St

1512 Pacific Ave, Unit FL1-ID1544

352 Chestnut St, Unit 352

388 Beale St, Unit FL8-ID56

899 Pine St, Unit FL4-ID236

Union-Hyde Apartments

URBANESTS | 371 Columbus Avenue

Hirsch/Harband Properties

Sutter Street Apartments

Pine Grove Apartments

MARK HOPKINS

1355 Post Street Apartments

338 Spear St, Unit Infinity 2024-2025 Lease

1408 Union St, Unit Lower

899 Pine St, Unit FL14-ID431

28 Fresno St, Unit 28 Fresno Street
Downtown San Francisco, San Francisco, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown San Francisco?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Downtown San Francisco Studio Apartments | $2,954 | $595 | $5,390 |
Downtown San Francisco 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,784 | $1,400 | $8,370 |
Downtown San Francisco 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,450 | $1,400 | $10,000+ |
Downtown San Francisco 3 Bedroom Apartments | $7,210 | $2,500 | $10,000+ |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown San Francisco, San Francisco, CA
Ranked #18
Among neighborhoods in San Francisco, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Downtown San Francisco, San Francisco, CA
Lau (Gordon J.) Elementary
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Best Local Schools in Downtown San Francisco, San Francisco, CA
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Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving brings you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals in cities and towns across the United States and customized analysis for Central San Francisco, CA. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, luxury amenities, pet-friendly features, family-friendly amenities, proximity to transit, and more. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!
Family-Friendly Rating
Do you have a family with younger kids? Amongst all of the neighborhoods in San Francisco, this section of town is one of the best-regarded communities for families, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Family Friendly ratings are based on community features and environments that help parents and children to thrive. This includes features like parks, pet amenities, playgrounds, trails and recreation, and access to the most respected schools.
Luxury Living Rating
Downtown San Francisco has a reputation as amongst the finest high-end neighborhoods in town, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Luxury Lifestyle Scoring is based on having high-end community amenities like racquetball and tennis courts, luxury pools, concierge services, gardens, nearby parks, and nice home amenities like granite or quartz countertops and stainless steel appliances. Luxury submarkets also often offer wood-burning fireplaces, access to sports facilities like golf, raquetball, and tennis, and for some communities, even a doorman to greet residents.
Pet Friendly Rating
Does your family raise dogs and cats? this area ranks highly for raising pets (dogs and cats), with a score of 4.0 out of 4.
Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown San Francisco
How much are Studio apartments in Downtown San Francisco?
There are currently 542 Studio Apartments in Downtown San Francisco with rent ranges from $595 to $5,390 with an average price of $2,954.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Downtown San Francisco Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Downtown San Francisco ranges from $1,400 to $8,370 with an average monthly rent of $3,784.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown San Francisco cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Downtown San Francisco range from $1,400 to $15,205. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $5,450.
How expensive are Downtown San Francisco Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 238 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Downtown San Francisco on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $2,500 to $15,000 - averaging $7,210 for the location.
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.

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