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4540 California

181 Bartlett

1401 Jones

609 ASHBURY Apartments

1472 Filbert

520 Buchanan

2242 Polk

15 Hermann

1836 McAllister St

111 Euclid Ave

840 Taylor St

20 San Antonio

Webster Tower & Terrace

AVA Nob Hill

Clay Park Tower Apartments

1225 Taylor

1985 Fulton

175 21st Avenue

3659 20th Street

1555 Chestnut

1571 Sacramento

642 Alvarado

3210 Gough

3101 Laguna St

3420 Market

Avalon Ocean Avenue

The Quinn

240 Dolores Street Apartments

Crest Royal Apartments

2000 Broadway Street Apartments

65 Buena Vista

1660 Bay

1330 Union

55 Genoa

355 Laguna

235 Church

106 Sanchez

923 Folsom

645 Stockton Street

Park West

Mission Bay by Windsor Apartments

1240 Hayes

1610 Golden Gate

630 Alvarado

1705 Octavia

1290 20th Avenue

1265 Washington

3809 20th Street

1870 Pacific
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in San Francisco?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| San Francisco Studio Apartments | $3,124 | $830 | $10,000+ |
| San Francisco 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,797 | $735 | $10,000+ |
| San Francisco 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,806 | $1,084 | $10,000+ |
| San Francisco 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,322 | $1,252 | $10,000+ |
| San Francisco 4 Bedroom Apartments | $7,133 | $2,995 | $10,000+ |
| San Francisco 5 Bedroom Apartments | $12,766 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom San Francisco Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in San Francisco with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in San Francisco is at Lark Landing listed at $898.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom San Francisco Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in San Francisco is $3,797.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom San Francisco Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in San Francisco is a 1,490 square feet unit starting from $3,868 at Icon At Park.
What is the average size for San Francisco 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in San Francisco is currently 540 sq ft.
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