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South Beach, San Francisco, CA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Beach?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Beach Studio Apartments | $3,096 | $1,495 | $4,304 |
| South Beach 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,948 | $2,937 | $7,340 |
| South Beach 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,936 | $3,830 | $10,000+ |
| South Beach 3 Bedroom Apartments | $11,999 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available South Beach Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Beach area of San Francisco, CA is a Studio unit found at Yerba Buena Commons priced from $1,495. Bayside Village has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,706. Here are the most affordable South Beach apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yerba Buena Commons | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,495 |
| Bayside Village | SB w/ Balcony Renovation 3 | Studio,1BA | $2,706 |
| Modera Rincon Hill | S01 | Studio,1BA | $2,793 |
| 399 Fremont | E1B | Studio,1BA | $2,845 |
| SoMa Square | Studio A | Studio,1BA | $2,880 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Beach, CA
As of May 16, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Beach area is the $4.67 price per square foot Plan B2B Model at 388 Beale in the in the South Of Market neighborhood starting from $5,658. The second greatest value South Beach apartment is the 2-F Model at Jasper starting at $6,624 with a $5.54 price per square foot in the South Of Market neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Beach apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 388 Beale | Plan B2B | 2BR,2BA | $4.67 |
| Jasper | 2-F | 2BR,2BA | $5.54 |
| 338 Spear St, Unit Infinity 2024-2025 Lease | 338 Spear St | 2BR,2BA | $3.94 |
| 500 Folsom | Plan Skyline Davidson Penthouse | 2BR,2BA | $5.59 |
| South Beach Marina Apartments | G | 2BR,2BA | $4.82 |
| Soma at 788 | B2 | 2BR,2BA | $4.76 |
| Towers at Rincon | treasure island | 2BR,2BA | $7.07 |
| SoMa Square | Studio A | Studio ,1BA | $5.40 |
| Bayside Village | SB | Studio ,1BA | $6.10 |
| Yerba Buena Commons | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $4.79 |
Getting Around the South Beach Neighborhood in San Francisco, CA
Walk Score®
96 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
82 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
99 / 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 South Beach Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in South Beach?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in South Beach is under $4,489.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in South Beach?
The cheapest apartment in South Beach is SoMa Square which is listed at $2,964, while the average apartment in South Beach costs $11,999.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in South Beach?
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 2 regular apartments in South Beach that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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