Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Tanforan Neighborhood of San Bruno, CA from $1,400 (42 Rentals)

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585 Huntington Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

585 Huntington Ave

585 Huntington AveSan Bruno, CA 94066
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867 Huntington Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

867 Huntington Ave

867 Huntington AveSan Bruno, CA 94066

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875 Huntington Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

875 Huntington Ave

875 Huntington AveSan Bruno, CA 94066
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Shelter Creek
1 Bedroom Apartments

Shelter Creek

701 Shelter Creek LnSan Bruno, CA 94066
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460-464 Linden Ave
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

460-464 Linden Ave

460-464 Linden AveSan Bruno, CA 94066

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917 Mills Ave
3 Bedroom Apartments

917 Mills Ave

917 Mills AveSan Bruno, CA 94066
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824-828 El Camino Real
2 Bedroom Apartments

824-828 El Camino Real

824-828 El Camino RealSan Bruno, CA 94066
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752-764 6th Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

752-764 6th Ave

752-764 6th AveSan Bruno, CA 94066
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100 Sylvan Ave
6 Bedroom Apartments

100 Sylvan Ave

100 Sylvan AveSan Bruno, CA 94066
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555 Mastick Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

555 Mastick Ave

555 Mastick AveSan Bruno, CA 94066
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520 Mastick Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

520 Mastick Ave

520 Mastick AveSan Bruno, CA 94066
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161 Diamond St
2 Bedroom Apartments

161 Diamond St

161 Diamond StSan Bruno, CA 94066
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956 Hensley Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

956 Hensley Ave

956 Hensley AveSan Bruno, CA 94066
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491 Milton Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

491 Milton Ave

491 Milton AveSan Bruno, CA 94066

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364 W Angus Ave
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

364 W Angus Ave

364 W Angus AveSan Bruno, CA 94066
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855 Huntington Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

855 Huntington Ave

855 Huntington AveSan Bruno, CA 94066
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805 4th Ave
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

805 4th Ave

805 4th AveSan Bruno, CA 94066
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748 Mills Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

748 Mills Ave

748 Mills AveSan Bruno, CA 94066
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916 Green Ave
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

916 Green Ave

916 Green AveSan Bruno, CA 94066

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533-537 Easton Ave
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

533-537 Easton Ave

533-537 Easton AveSan Bruno, CA 94066
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478 Milton Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

478 Milton Ave

478 Milton AveSan Bruno, CA 94066
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752 Masson Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

752 Masson Ave

752 Masson AveSan Bruno, CA 94066
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362 Alida Way
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

362 Alida Way

362 Alida WaySouth San Francisco, CA 94080
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Twin Manor
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Twin Manor

382 Alida WaySouth San Francisco, CA 94080
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Rotary Plaza
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Rotary Plaza

433 Alida WaySouth San Francisco, CA 94080
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148 Southwood Ctr
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

148 Southwood Ctr

148 Southwood CtrSouth San Francisco, CA 94080
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144 Country Club Dr
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

144 Country Club Dr

144 Country Club DrSouth San Francisco, CA 94080
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140 Southwood Ctr
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

140 Southwood Ctr

140 Southwood CtrSouth San Francisco, CA 94080

Tanforan, San Bruno, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Tanforan Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Tanforan area of San Francisco, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Village at the Crossing 55+ Senior Community priced from $2,135. Aperture has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $3,166. Here are the most affordable Tanforan apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Village at the Crossing 55+ Senior CommunityOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,135
ApertureA1Studio,1BA$3,166
Avalon San Bruno7051BR,1BA$3,263
AcappellaA11BR,1BA$3,538

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Tanforan, CA

As of July 04, 2025 the best value apartment in the Tanforan area is the $2.88 price per square foot 718 1st Ave Model at 718 1st Ave, Unit 1 in the in the Avalon neighborhood starting from $2,300. The second greatest value Tanforan apartment is the A1 Model at Acappella starting at $3,538 with a $4.80 price per square foot in the Westborough neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Tanforan apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
718 1st Ave, Unit 1718 1st Ave1BR,1BA$2.88
AcappellaA11BR,1BA$4.80
Avalon San Bruno7051BR,1BA$4.63
Village at the Crossing 55+ Senior CommunityOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$3.38
ApertureA1Studio ,1BA$6.33

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Tanforan, San Bruno, CA

Ranked #3

Among neighborhoods in San Bruno, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Tanforan Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Tanforan Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Tanforan Apartment is $2,135 at Village at the Crossing 55+ Senior Community.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.