Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Potrero Hill Neighborhood of San Francisco, CA from $1,200 (5 Rentals)

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The Mariposa
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Mariposa

601 TennesseeSan Francisco, CA 94107
Corporate Housing

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2290 Third
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

2290 Third

2290 3rd StSan Francisco, CA 94107
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Potrero Hill, San Francisco, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Potrero Hill Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Potrero Hill area of San Francisco, CA is a Studio unit found at The Sophie Maxwell priced from $1,273. MB360 has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $3,257. Here are the most affordable Potrero Hill apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Sophie MaxwellStudioStudio,1BA$1,273
MB360OrbStudio,1BA$3,257
Windsor at DogpatchS1Studio,1BA$3,475

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Potrero Hill, CA

As of December 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the Potrero Hill area is the $5.86 price per square foot B4 Model at The Gantry in the in the Potrero Hill neighborhood starting from $5,460. The second greatest value Potrero Hill apartment is the 2BD, 1BTH B Model at The Fitzgerald starting at $4,700 with a $7.18 price per square foot in the Mission District neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Potrero Hill apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The GantryB42BR,2BA$5.86
The Fitzgerald2BD, 1BTH B2BR,1BA$7.18
Avalon DogpatchS10-558SFStudio ,1BA$6.28
MB360OrbStudio ,1BA$6.16
Windsor at DogpatchS1Studio ,1BA$6.87
Brick + Iron Lofts at Dogpatch1x1 B1BR,1BA$7.74
The Sophie MaxwellStudioStudio ,1BA$3.48

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Potrero Hill, San Francisco, CA

Ranked #28

Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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4.0
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Potrero Hill Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Potrero Hill?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Potrero Hill is at The Sophie Maxwell listed at $1,273.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Potrero Hill Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Potrero Hill Apartment is $1,431 at The Sophie Maxwell.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Potrero Hill Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Potrero Hill is starting from $1,591 at The Sophie Maxwell.

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If you’re anything like me, the thought of San Francisco is synonymous with concepts like creativity, character, and quirky local style.

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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate!