
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Mission Dolores Neighborhood of San Francisco, CA from $900 (10 Rentals)
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Mission Dolores, San Francisco, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Mission Dolores?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Mission Dolores Studio Apartments | $2,968 | $2,049 | $4,972 |
Mission Dolores 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,772 | $2,876 | $5,335 |
Mission Dolores 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,000 | $3,012 | $7,269 |
Mission Dolores 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,563 | $4,750 | $8,770 |
Mission Dolores 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,928 | $4,862 | $6,995 |
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There are currently 10 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Mission Dolores Neighborhood of San Francisco, CA.
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Cheapest Available Mission Dolores Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Mission Dolores area of San Francisco, CA is a Studio unit found at 72 Gough priced from $1,595. Hanover Soma West has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,524. Here are the most affordable Mission Dolores apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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72 Gough | Studio Shared Bath | Studio,1BA | $1,595 |
Hanover Soma West | S6 | Studio,1BA | $2,524 |
2000 Post | Ellis (E1A) | Studio,1BA | $2,610 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mission Dolores, CA
As of May 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the Mission Dolores 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 Dolores apartment is the 168 Lexington St Model at 168 Lexington St, Unit 168 starting at $4,862 with a $4.05 price per square foot in the Mission Dolores neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Mission Dolores 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 |
168 Lexington St, Unit 168 | 168 Lexington St | 4BR,1.5BA | $4.05 |
3188 16th St, Unit 3188 | 3188 16th St | 3BR,2BA | $4.24 |
Venn on Market | Waller | 2BR,2BA | $4.86 |
157 Capp St, Unit 157 Capp | 157 Capp St | 1BR,1BA | $4.49 |
409 Laguna | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $4.26 |
16 Laguna | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $4.71 |
Vara | 1a | 1BR,1BA | $4.98 |
Hanover Soma West | S2 | Studio ,1BA | $5.00 |
Geary Courtyard | 0x1 | Studio ,1BA | $4.24 |
Getting Around the Mission Dolores Neighborhood in San Francisco, CA
Walk Score®
99 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
96 / 100
Biker's Paradise
Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike
Transit Score®
98 / 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 Dolores Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Mission Dolores?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Mission Dolores is at 72 Gough listed at $1,595.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Mission Dolores Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Mission Dolores Apartment is $3,025 at 50 Laguna.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Mission Dolores Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Mission Dolores is starting from $3,170 at HQ.
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