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351 Turk StSan Francisco, CA 94102
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1008 Larkin
1000-1014 Larkin StSan Francisco, CA 94109
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580 Ofarrell StSan Francisco, CA 94102
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641 O'Farrell StSan Francisco, CA 94109
416 Turk St
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1028 Howard StSan Francisco, CA 94103
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1045 Mission StSan Francisco, CA 94103
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SoMa, San Francisco, CA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in SoMa?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| SoMa Studio Apartments | $2,621 | $1,095 | $6,203 |
| SoMa 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,543 | $1,400 | $9,609 |
| SoMa 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,660 | $1,400 | $9,618 |
| SoMa 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,322 | $2,345 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available SoMa Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the SoMa 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 SoMa 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 |
| Jones Street Apartments LLC. | Studio / 1 Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $1,475 |
| TL Residences | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,491 |
| 925 Geary Street | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,495 |
| O'Farrell Associates LLC. | Studio / 1 Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $1,595 |
| The Cornelia Suites | Cornelia Suites Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,645 |
| Larkin Street Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,650 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in SoMa, CA
As of April 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the SoMa area is the $3.02 price per square foot 2BrMOHCD80 Model at 1028 Howard in the in the South Of Market neighborhood starting from $2,535. The second greatest value SoMa apartment is the 43 Juniper St Model at 43 Juniper St, Unit 43 Juniper St. starting at $3,025 with a $3.98 price per square foot in the South Of Market neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for SoMa apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1028 Howard | 2BrMOHCD80 | 2BR,1BA | $3.02 |
| 43 Juniper St, Unit 43 Juniper St. | 43 Juniper St | 2BR,1BA | $3.98 |
| 1035 Sutter | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $4.04 |
| Bennett Lofts | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $4.04 |
| Larkin Street Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.98 |
| 1030 Post Street Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.42 |
| Warrington Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $4.00 |
| Geary Courtyard | 0x1 | Studio ,1BA | $4.21 |
| Hyde Park Apartments LLC. | Studio / 1 Bathroom | Studio ,1BA | $3.40 |
| 650 Ellis | Studio 1 Bath | Studio ,1BA | $4.17 |
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Getting Around the SoMa Neighborhood in San Francisco, CA
Walk Score®
99 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
97 / 100
Biker's Paradise
Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike
Transit Score®
100 / 100
Rider’s Paradise
World-class public transportation
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- 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 SoMa Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in SoMa?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in SoMa is under $1,650.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in SoMa?
The cheapest apartment in SoMa is FOUND Study San Francisco which is listed at $700, while the average apartment in SoMa costs $4,124.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in SoMa?
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 9 regular apartments in SoMa that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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