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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown San Francisco Neighborhood of San Francisco, CA from $500 (84 Rentals)
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from $1,395Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
1030 Post Street Apartments
1030 Post StSan Francisco, CA 94109
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580 Ofarrell St
580 Ofarrell StSan Francisco, CA 94102
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from $1,525Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
The Cornelia Suites
641 O'Farrell StSan Francisco, CA 94109
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from $1,599Studio Apartments Available Now
Sutter Street Apartments
1156 Sutter StSan Francisco, CA 94109
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from $1,695Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
925 Geary Street
925 Geary StSan Francisco, CA 94109
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from $1,750Studio Apartments Available Now
229 Ellis
229 Ellis StSan Francisco, CA 94102
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Learn about San Francisco and the best places to live with original content written by our San Francisco, CA Local Expert Shannon Hilson
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from $1,7951 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Hirsch/Harband Properties
810 Jones StSan Francisco, CA 94109
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from $1,850Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Pine Grove Apartments
1770 Pine StSan Francisco, CA 94109
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from $1,959Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Tower 737 Condominium Rentals
737 Post StSan Francisco, CA 94109
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from $2,000Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Warrington Apartments
775 Post StSan Francisco, CA 94109
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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!
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown San Francisco Studio Apartments | $2,925 | $595 | $5,540 |
| Downtown San Francisco 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,814 | $1,400 | $8,660 |
| Downtown San Francisco 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,357 | $1,400 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown San Francisco 3 Bedroom Apartments | $7,176 | $4,595 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown San Francisco 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,800 | $3,800 | $3,800 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 84 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown San Francisco Neighborhood of San Francisco, CA.
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Cheapest Available Downtown San Francisco Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown San Francisco area of San Francisco, CA is a Studio unit found at 1030 Post Street Apartments priced from $1,395. O'Farrell Associates LLC. has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,425. Here are the most affordable Downtown San Francisco apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1030 Post Street Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,395 |
| O'Farrell Associates LLC. | Studio / 1 Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $1,425 |
| The Cornelia Suites | Cornelia Suites Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,525 |
| 635 Ellis | Studio 1 Bath | Studio,1BA | $1,525 |
| 735 Taylor | Efficiency Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,565 |
| 650 Ellis | Studio 1 Bath | Studio,1BA | $1,595 |
| Sutter Street Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,599 |
| 816 Geary | Studio 1 Bath | Studio,1BA | $1,635 |
| Palace Court Apartments LLC. | Studio / 1 Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $1,645 |
| 925 Geary Street | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,695 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown San Francisco, CA
As of February 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown San Francisco area is the $3.77 price per square foot 1408 Union St Model at 1408 Union St, Unit Lower in the in the NOMA neighborhood starting from $4,950. The second greatest value Downtown San Francisco apartment is the 1 Bed 1 Bath Model at 1900 Gough starting at $4,295 with a $3.90 price per square foot in the NOMA neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown San Francisco apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1408 Union St, Unit Lower | 1408 Union St | 2BR,1.5BA | $3.77 |
| 1900 Gough | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.90 |
| 1447 Jones St | unit 7 | 1BR,1BA | $1.78 |
| 42 Varennes, Unit 42 | 42 Varennes | 1BR,1BA | $3.75 |
| 1501 Apartments | One Bed | 1BR,1BA | $3.50 |
| Grant Arms Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $3.24 |
| 1030 Post Street Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.42 |
| Sutter Street Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.55 |
| Hyde Park Apartments LLC. | Studio / 1 Bathroom | Studio ,1BA | $3.59 |
| 650 Ellis | Studio 1 Bath | Studio ,1BA | $3.88 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown San Francisco, San Francisco, CA
Ranked #17
Among neighborhoods in San Francisco, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
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4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Downtown San Francisco, San Francisco, CA
Lau (Gordon J.) Elementary
San Francisco Unified School District
Public School - Grades K-5 (644)
8 out of 10
School data provided by Great Schools
Best Local Schools in Downtown San Francisco, San Francisco, CA
Lau (Gordon J.) Elementary
San Francisco Unified School District
Public School - Grades K-5 (644)
8 out of 10
School data provided by Great Schools
Lifestyle Ratings
This website compares millions of points of data to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, and customized analysis for San Francisco, California. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. 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, places that make kids happy, proximity to transit, walking, and biking. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown San Francisco Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Downtown San Francisco?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Downtown San Francisco is at 1030 Post Street Apartments listed at $1,395.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown San Francisco Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown San Francisco Apartment is $1,730 at 1447 Jones St.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown San Francisco Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown San Francisco is starting from $2,295 at Palace Court Apartments LLC..
What is the most affordable Downtown San Francisco Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Downtown San Francisco Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 1624 Sacramento and starts from $5,395.
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.
A San Francisco Local Expert’s Guide to the Top Budget-Friendly Bay Area Neighborhoods to Rent
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When it comes to renting a new apartment or home there can be a number of fees that you will want to keep in mind going into the process.
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