Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Mission Bay Neighborhood of San Francisco, CA from $700 (91 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Mission Bay area of San Francisco.
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Oasis Apartments
![540 Leavenworth Street](https://images1.apartmenthomeliving.com/i2/fL7eMLjtupr-tvnKeILvJIJLcCRht_HWI5VACZwMue8/117/image.jpg?p=1)
540 Leavenworth Street
![580 Ofarrell St](https://images1.apartmenthomeliving.com/i2/u4oQ7EWJA5qPGOp4c_B3v2Qu26ZqKk8479Yq28PiPjM/117/image.jpg?p=1)
580 Ofarrell St
![Yerba Buena Commons](https://images1.apartmenthomeliving.com/i2/G9pGe7iT6bQ8JAL6GSx5fDP9P5PnNLHSB_j8IOkiXCw/117/image.jpg?p=1)
Yerba Buena Commons
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TL Residences
![925 Geary Street](https://images1.apartmenthomeliving.com/i2/x6EAgIQG5yuyZEOs7X__waGNH_X4EOjGGVsdCJXpnXo/117/image.jpg?p=1)
925 Geary Street
![The Cornelia Suites](https://images1.apartmenthomeliving.com/i2/sHjJGy0P45N40vFf-wxsjEVySzEPzkPmuwda3_hiE1k/117/image.jpg?p=1)
The Cornelia Suites
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![229 Ellis](https://images1.apartmenthomeliving.com/i2/YtOADXYdbtUY5SVM-Z84C7UVw7MPzsmhuNE8aNBo3x0/117/image.jpg?p=1)
229 Ellis
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Soma Residences
![737 Post St](https://images1.apartmenthomeliving.com/i2/mmOTnPWFybYhBeiAuxTz17JMosBlJBntKwC6JLERIuY/117/image.jpg?p=1)
737 Post St
![Geary Courtyard](https://images1.apartmenthomeliving.com/i2/tU7HAatRP_Hjk0ox3WUfBE_fr18-W9KXyZlkMh65i5Y/117/image.jpg?p=1)
Geary Courtyard
![Fox Plaza](https://images1.apartmenthomeliving.com/i2/DzhVE3Cm-0Ner3K4RqyEIHQf0E7XyokKJHb5s1LC7wc/117/image.jpg?p=1)
Fox Plaza
![Warrington Apartments](https://images1.apartmenthomeliving.com/i2/FzEoql1sFup2w2J3i-J79WSWbUZ716xPv7SUJgck-58/117/image.jpg?p=1)
Warrington Apartments
Mission Bay
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!
Mission Bay, San Francisco, CA Local Guide
![Apartments for rent in Mission Bay, CA](https://images1.apartmenthomeliving.com/i2/Q7T8kZbJ-SL9J3OKjLL18dwZPjAsHgB0DluAvzWH0wg/117/image.jpg)
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Mission Bay?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Mission Bay Studio Apartments | $2,832 | $850 | $6,772 |
Mission Bay 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,674 | $1,400 | $10,000+ |
Mission Bay 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,976 | $1,400 | $10,000+ |
Mission Bay 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,778 | $2,965 | $10,000+ |
Mission Bay 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,260 | $1,260 | $1,260 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
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 |
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FOUND Study San Francisco | Double | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
Oasis Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,095 |
O'Farrell Associates LLC. | Studio / 1 Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $1,425 |
Jones Street Apartments LLC. | Studio / 1 Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $1,495 |
Yerba Buena Commons | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,495 |
Hyde Park Apartments LLC. | Studio / 1 Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $1,525 |
The Cornelia Suites | Cornelia Suites Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,525 |
635 Ellis | Studio 1 Bath | Studio,1BA | $1,525 |
798 Post | Efficiency Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,545 |
TL Residences | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,556 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mission Bay, CA
As of February 15, 2025 the best value apartment in the Mission Bay area is the $3.94 price per square foot 338 Spear St Model at 338 Spear St, Unit Infinity 2024-2025 Lease in the in the South Of Market neighborhood starting from $4,600. The second greatest value Mission Bay apartment is the 175 Bluxome St Model at 175 Bluxome St, Unit 309 starting at $3,995 with a $3.80 price per square foot in the South Of Market 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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338 Spear St, Unit Infinity 2024-2025 Lease | 338 Spear St | 2BR,2BA | $3.94 |
175 Bluxome St, Unit 309 | 175 Bluxome St | 2BR,2BA | $3.80 |
The Lofts at One Powell | F 2X1 | 2BR,1BA | $4.06 |
MB360 | Rev | Studio ,1.5BA | $3.65 |
50 Russ St | 50 Russ | 2BR,1BA | $3.83 |
1346 Pine | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.21 |
Grant Arms Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $3.24 |
Larkin Street Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.06 |
Warrington Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $4.00 |
Geary Courtyard | 0x1 | Studio ,1BA | $3.96 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleMission Bay, San Francisco, CA
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Among neighborhoods in San Francisco, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
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Best Local Schools in Mission Bay, San Francisco, CA
S.F. International High
Carmichael (Bessie)/Fec
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Best Local Schools in Mission Bay, San Francisco, CA
S.F. International High
Carmichael (Bessie)/Fec
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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
Transit Score®
93 / 100
Rider’s Paradise
World-class public transportation
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Mission Bay Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Mission Bay?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Mission Bay is at Oasis Apartments listed at $1,095.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Mission Bay Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Mission Bay Apartment is $700 at FOUND Study San Francisco.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Mission Bay Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Mission Bay is starting from $2,295 at Palace Court Apartments LLC..
What is the most affordable Mission Bay Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Mission Bay Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Warrington Apartments and starts from $4,100.
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