
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the SoMa Neighborhood of San Francisco, CA from $700 (59 Rentals)
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SoMa, San Francisco, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in SoMa?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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SoMa Studio Apartments | $2,614 | $1,095 | $6,311 |
SoMa 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,485 | $1,400 | $10,000+ |
SoMa 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,578 | $1,400 | $10,000+ |
SoMa 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,723 | $2,345 | $10,000+ |
SoMa 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,295 | $5,295 | $5,295 |
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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 |
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FOUND Study San Francisco | Double | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
Oasis Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,095 |
1030 Post Street Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,395 |
O'Farrell Associates LLC. | Studio / 1 Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $1,425 |
Jones Street Apartments LLC. | Studio / 1 Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $1,495 |
Hyde Park Apartments LLC. | Studio / 1 Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $1,495 |
635 Ellis | Studio 1 Bath | Studio,1BA | $1,525 |
57 Taylor | Studio 1 Bath | Studio,1BA | $1,595 |
650 Ellis | Studio 1 Bath | Studio,1BA | $1,595 |
TL Residences | Studio with Murphy Bed | Studio,1BA | $1,601 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in SoMa, CA
As of February 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the SoMa area is the $3.80 price per square foot 175 Bluxome St Model at 175 Bluxome St, Unit 309 in the in the South Of Market neighborhood starting from $3,995. The second greatest value SoMa apartment is the F 2X1 Model at The Lofts at One Powell starting at $3,995 with a $4.06 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. |
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175 Bluxome St, Unit 309 | 175 Bluxome St | 2BR,2BA | $3.80 |
The Lofts at One Powell | F 2X1 | 2BR,1BA | $4.06 |
1028 Howard | 2BrMOHCD80 | 2BR,1BA | $3.02 |
50 Russ St | 50 Russ | 2BR,1BA | $3.83 |
1035 Sutter | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.67 |
Larkin Street Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.06 |
1030 Post Street Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.42 |
Warrington Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $4.00 |
Hyde Park Apartments LLC. | Studio / 1 Bathroom | Studio ,1BA | $3.52 |
650 Ellis | Studio 1 Bath | Studio ,1BA | $3.88 |
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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
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 SoMa Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in SoMa?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in SoMa is at Oasis Apartments listed at $1,095.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom SoMa Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom SoMa Apartment is $700 at FOUND Study San Francisco.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom SoMa Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in SoMa is starting from $2,295 at Palace Court Apartments LLC..
What is the most affordable SoMa Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap SoMa Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 1028 Howard and starts from $2,798.
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