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Transmission, San Francisco, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Transmission Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Transmission area of San Francisco, CA is a Studio unit found at Mercy Family Plaza priced from $1,966. 2385 Folsom has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,245. Here are the most affordable Transmission apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Mercy Family PlazaStudioStudio,1BA$1,966
2385 FolsomStudio 1 BathStudio,1BA$2,245
1424 ValenciaStudio 1 BathStudio,1BA$2,495

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Transmission, CA

As of March 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the Transmission area is the $2.07 price per square foot 55 Surrey St Model at 55 Surrey St in the in the Visitacion Valley neighborhood starting from $3,000. The second greatest value Transmission apartment is the 65 Montezuma St Model at 65 Montezuma St, Unit 65 Montezuma starting at $4,500 with a $3.60 price per square foot in the Mission District neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Transmission apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
55 Surrey St55 Surrey St1BR,1BA$2.07
65 Montezuma St, Unit 65 Montezuma65 Montezuma St3BR,1BA$3.60
156 Randall St, Unit 156156 Randall St2BR,1BA$3.67
154 Randall St, Unit 154154 Randall St2BR,1BA$3.98
72 Whitney St, Unit 72 Whitney St72 Whitney St2BR,1.5BA$4.00
3490 20th St, Unit 2B3490 20th St4BR,2BA$4.73
Delphine on DiamondTwo Bedroom Two Bathroom2BR,2BA$4.39
Mission Bart Apartments LLC2 BDRM2BR,1BA$3.35
3509 Mission St, Unit 3509A3509 Mission St2BR,1BA$4.13
Mercy Family PlazaStudioStudio ,1BA$4.58

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Frequently Asked Questions about Transmission

What type of rentals are currently available in Transmission?

There are currently 1365 Apartments for Rent in Transmission, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,261 to $10,054. There are also 43 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Transmission ranging from $1,150 to $18,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Transmission?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Transmission ranges from $1,150 to $18,000 with an average monthly rent of $5,306.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Transmission?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Transmission range from $1,754 to $8,695, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $4,395 to $15,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $5,500 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $5,200.

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