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Oasis Apartments
351 Turk StSan Francisco, CA 94102
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Mission Bay Neighborhood of San Francisco, CA from $700 (91 Rentals)
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1000-1014 Larkin StSan Francisco, CA 94109
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580 Ofarrell StSan Francisco, CA 94102
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Yerba Buena Commons
88 Perry StSan Francisco, CA 94107
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641 O'Farrell StSan Francisco, CA 94109
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839 Leavenworth
839 Leavenworth StSan Francisco, CA 94109
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1028 Howard StSan Francisco, CA 94103
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229 Ellis StSan Francisco, CA 94102
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1045 Mission StSan Francisco, CA 94103
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Mission Bay, San Francisco, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Mission Bay?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mission Bay Studio Apartments | $2,941 | $1,175 | $6,695 |
| Mission Bay 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,805 | $1,195 | $8,811 |
| Mission Bay 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,264 | $1,400 | $10,000+ |
| Mission Bay 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,010 | $2,345 | $10,000+ |
| Mission Bay 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,996 | $5,996 | $5,996 |
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There are currently 91 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Mission Bay Neighborhood of San Francisco, CA.
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Cheapest Available Mission Bay Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Mission Bay 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 Mission Bay apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| FOUND Study San Francisco | Double | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
| Oasis Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,095 |
| 1008 Larkin | Efficiency Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,395 |
| Hyde Park Apartments LLC. | Studio / 1 Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $1,445 |
| Yerba Buena Commons | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,495 |
| Jekyll Apartments LLC. | Studio / 1 Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $1,595 |
| The Cornelia Suites | Cornelia Suites Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,645 |
| 816 Geary | Studio 1 Bath | Studio,1BA | $1,675 |
| 635 Ellis | Studio 1 Bath | Studio,1BA | $1,695 |
| Larkin Street Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,695 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mission Bay, CA
As of May 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the Mission Bay area is the $4.01 price per square foot 2 Bedroom / 2 Bathroom Model at Fifteen Fifty in the in the South Of Market neighborhood starting from $5,495. The second greatest value Mission Bay apartment is the 3343 20th St Model at 3343 20th St, Unit 3343 starting at $4,800 with a $4.00 price per square foot in the Mission District neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Mission Bay apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Fifteen Fifty | 2 Bedroom / 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $4.01 |
| 3343 20th St, Unit 3343 | 3343 20th St | 2BR,2BA | $4.00 |
| 338 Spear St, Unit Infinity 2024-2025 Lease | 338 Spear St | 2BR,2BA | $3.94 |
| 1028 Howard | 2BrMOHCD80 | 2BR,1BA | $3.02 |
| 1035 Sutter | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $4.04 |
| 1346 Pine | STUDIO | Studio ,1BA | $3.08 |
| Bennett Lofts | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $4.01 |
| Warrington Apartments | #511 | 1BR,1BA | $4.17 |
| Larkin Street Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.06 |
| Soma Residences | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.98 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleMission Bay, San Francisco, CA
Ranked #5
Among neighborhoods in San Francisco, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
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4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Mission Bay, San Francisco, CA
S.F. International High
San Francisco Unified School District
Public School - Grades 8-12 (401)
3 out of 10
Carmichael (Bessie)/Fec
San Francisco Unified School District
Public School - Grades K-8 (544)
1 out of 10
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Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, and customized analysis for Northeast Central San Francisco. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for easy access to the parks, luxury housing options, pet-friendly features, family-friendliness, proximity to transit, walking, and biking. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!
Getting Around the Mission Bay Neighborhood in San Francisco, CA
Walk Score®
95 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
93 / 100
Biker's Paradise
Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike
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93 / 100
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World-class public transportation
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- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
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- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Mission Bay Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Mission Bay?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Mission Bay is under $1,695.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Mission Bay?
The cheapest apartment in Mission Bay is FOUND Study San Francisco which is listed at $700, while the average apartment in Mission Bay costs $5,996.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Mission Bay?
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 12 regular apartments in Mission Bay 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 Mission Bay?
Cheap apartments in Mission Bay have an average cost of $428 which is $5,568 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Mission Bay.
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