
Cheap Homes for Rent in SoMa Neighborhood of San Francisco, CA from $2,300 (9 Rentals)
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454 Clementina St

653 Minna St

300 3rd St, Unit # 309

942 Market St

638 Minna St

300 3rd St

140 S Van Ness Ave
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SoMa, San Francisco, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in SoMa?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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SoMa 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,232 | $3,700 | $9,000 |
SoMa 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,522 | $3,600 | $7,000 |
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There are currently 9 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the SoMa Neighborhood of San Francisco, CA.
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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 |
1008 Larkin | Efficiency Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,395 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in SoMa, CA
As of April 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the SoMa area is the $3.82 price per square foot B1 Model at Mission Bay by Windsor in the in the South Of Market neighborhood starting from $3,890. The second greatest value SoMa apartment is the 2BrMOHCD80 Model at 1028 Howard starting at $2,535 with a $3.02 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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Mission Bay by Windsor | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $3.82 |
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 |
Hyde Park Apartments LLC. | Studio / 1 Bathroom | Studio ,1BA | $3.40 |
650 Ellis | Studio 1 Bath | Studio ,1BA | $4.17 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about SoMa
What type of rentals are currently available in SoMa?
There are currently 629 Apartments for Rent in SoMa, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,095 to $10,000. There are also 31 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in SoMa ranging from $2,350 to $9,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in SoMa?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in SoMa ranges from $2,350 to $9,000 with an average monthly rent of $4,144.
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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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