
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Russian Hill Neighborhood of San Francisco, CA from $1,800 (30 Rentals)
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Russian Hill, San Francisco, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Russian Hill?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Russian Hill Studio Apartments | $2,950 | $2,079 | $3,894 |
Russian Hill 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,811 | $2,639 | $4,855 |
Russian Hill 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,129 | $3,050 | $6,608 |
Russian Hill 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,528 | $3,650 | $8,097 |
Russian Hill 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,000 | $5,000 | $5,000 |
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Cheapest Available Russian Hill Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Russian Hill area of San Francisco, CA is a Studio unit found at Geary Courtyard priced from $2,096. 1229 Chestnut Street (204r) has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,295. Here are the most affordable Russian Hill apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Geary Courtyard | 0x1 | Studio,1BA | $2,096 |
1229 Chestnut Street (204r) | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $2,295 |
2000 Post | Ellis (E1A) | Studio,1BA | $2,481 |
1720 Leavenworth | Studio 1 Bath | Studio,1BA | $2,595 |
The Gateway | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,633 |
Hanover Soma West | S6 | Studio,1BA | $2,638 |
Union-Hyde Apartments | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $2,695 |
399 Fremont | E1B | Studio,1BA | $2,754 |
The Civic | City Arts & Lectures | 1BR,1BA | $3,073 |
NEMA | SA8 | Studio,1BA | $3,130 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Russian Hill, CA
As of April 11, 2025 the best value apartment in the Russian Hill 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 Russian Hill apartment is the Two Bedroom 1 Bath Model at Grosvenor Atrium starting at $3,400 with a $3.78 price per square foot in the NOMA neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Russian Hill apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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1554 Greenwich St, Unit 1 | 1554 Greenwich St | 4BR,1BA | $3.33 |
Grosvenor Atrium | Two Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $3.78 |
388 Beale | Plan A1F | 1BR,1BA | $5.39 |
1320-1380 Lombard | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $5.10 |
The Civic | City Arts & Lectures | 1BR,1BA | $5.00 |
1229 Chestnut Street (204r) | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $4.48 |
Hanover Soma West | S2 | Studio ,1BA | $5.29 |
Union-Hyde Apartments | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $5.34 |
Geary Courtyard | 0x1 | Studio ,1BA | $4.21 |
2000 Post | Ellis (E1A) | Studio ,1BA | $5.22 |
Getting Around the Russian Hill Neighborhood in San Francisco, CA
Walk Score®
98 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
70 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
83 / 100
Excellent Transit
Transit is convenient for most trips
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 Russian Hill Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Russian Hill?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Russian Hill is at Geary Courtyard listed at $2,096.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Russian Hill Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Russian Hill Apartment is $2,639 at Geary Courtyard.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Russian Hill Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Russian Hill is starting from $3,400 at Grosvenor Atrium.
What is the most affordable Russian Hill Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Russian Hill Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Gateway and starts from $7,773.
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