1226 Grant Ave
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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown San Francisco Neighborhood of San Francisco, CA from $500 (94 Rentals)
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1010 Bush St
San FranciscoCA94109
1012 Bush St
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126 Waverly Pl
San FranciscoCA94108
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1008 Larkin
1000-1014 Larkin StSan Francisco, CA 94109
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580 Ofarrell St
580 Ofarrell StSan Francisco, CA 94102
1490 Pine St
San FranciscoCA94109
765 O'Farrell St
San FranciscoCA94109
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Sutter Street Apartments
1156 Sutter StSan Francisco, CA 94109
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from $1,645Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
The Cornelia Suites
641 O'Farrell StSan Francisco, CA 94109
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!
951 O'Farrell St
San FranciscoCA94109
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839 Leavenworth
839 Leavenworth StSan Francisco, CA 94109
Private bedroom in 5 bed/3.5 bath Home
29 Stone St
San FranciscoCA94108
Private bedroom in 5 bed/3.5 bath Home
29 Stone St
San FranciscoCA94108
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Hirsch/Harband Properties
810 Jones StSan Francisco, CA 94109
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1030 Post Street Apartments
1030 Post StSan Francisco, CA 94109
1049 Post St
San FranciscoCA94109
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Pine Grove Apartments
1770 Pine StSan Francisco, CA 94109
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825 Post
825 Post StSan Francisco, CA 94109
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1618 Mason St
San FranciscoCA94133
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Warrington Apartments
775 Post StSan Francisco, CA 94109
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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 | $2,638 | $595 | $5,040 |
| Downtown San Francisco 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,826 | $1,400 | $8,780 |
| Downtown San Francisco 2 Bedroom Apartments | $6,316 | $1,400 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown San Francisco 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,622 | $3,650 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown San Francisco 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,000 | $5,000 | $5,000 |
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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 1008 Larkin priced from $1,395. Hyde Park Apartments LLC. has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,445. Here are the most affordable Downtown San Francisco apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1008 Larkin | Efficiency Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,395 |
| Hyde Park Apartments LLC. | Studio / 1 Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $1,445 |
| Jones Street Apartments LLC. | Studio / 1 Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $1,475 |
| 925 Geary Street | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,495 |
| 735 Taylor | Efficiency Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,545 |
| O'Farrell Associates LLC. | Studio / 1 Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $1,595 |
| Sutter Street Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,599 |
| The Cornelia Suites | Cornelia Suites Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,645 |
| 635 Ellis | Studio 1 Bath | Studio,1BA | $1,675 |
| Palace Court Apartments LLC. | Studio / 1 Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $1,695 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown San Francisco, CA
As of April 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown San Francisco area is the $3.33 price per square foot 1554 Greenwich St Model at 1554 Greenwich St, Unit 1 in the in the NOMA neighborhood starting from $5,000. The second greatest value Downtown San Francisco apartment is the 338 Spear St Model at 338 Spear St, Unit Infinity 2024-2025 Lease starting at $4,600 with a $3.94 price per square foot in the South Of Market 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1554 Greenwich St, Unit 1 | 1554 Greenwich St | 4BR,1BA | $3.33 |
| 338 Spear St, Unit Infinity 2024-2025 Lease | 338 Spear St | 2BR,2BA | $3.94 |
| 1447 Jones St | unit 7 | 1BR,1BA | $1.78 |
| Grosvenor Atrium | Two Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $3.78 |
| 42 Varennes, Unit 42 | 42 Varennes | 1BR,1BA | $3.50 |
| 1501 Apartments | One Bed | 1BR,1BA | $3.50 |
| 1346 Pine | STUDIO | Studio ,1BA | $2.71 |
| 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 | $3.40 |
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Best Local Schools in Downtown San Francisco, San Francisco, CA
Lau (Gordon J.) Elementary
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Public School - Grades K-5 (644)
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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 a cheap apartment in Downtown San Francisco?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Downtown San Francisco is under $1,695.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown San Francisco?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown San Francisco is O'Farrell Associates LLC. which is listed at $1,625, while the average apartment in Downtown San Francisco costs $5,843.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown San Francisco?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 4 regular apartments in Downtown San Francisco that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Downtown San Francisco?
Cheap apartments in Downtown San Francisco have an average cost of $338 which is $5,505 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown San Francisco.
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
Written by: Shannon Hilson
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Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money
Written by: Amber Kanuckel
With the rising costs of housing, a lot of renters are asking this question: Is it possible to opt out of various amenities that your rental property offers so that you can avoid paying the fees.
Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Often, in the excitement of finding a new place to live, there’s a rush to make it happen, and - too often - a new tenant signs a lease without reading it carefully.
Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting
Written by: Andrea Lee Negroni, JD
While many apartment buildings are “no smoking” properties, it’s hard to know exactly how many. In 2017, the National Apartment Association reported more than half of rental properties had smoke free policies.