3 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in San Francisco, CA Under $5,000 (63 Rentals)

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Freedom West Homes
3 Bedroom Apartments

Freedom West Homes

820 McAllister StSan Francisco, CA 94102
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La Fnix at 1950
3 Bedroom Apartments

La Fnix at 1950

1950 Mission StSan Francisco, CA 94103

Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Sharing a lease? Learn how to set clear expectations with your roommates on routines, bills, and cleaning to ensure a successful and peaceful shared living arrangement.

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4640 Balboa St
3 Bedroom Apartments

4640 Balboa St

4640 Balboa StSan Francisco, CA 94121
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Farallone
3 Bedroom Apartments

Farallone

117 Farallones StSan Francisco, CA 94112
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500 Bartlett
3 Bedroom Apartments

500 Bartlett

500-506 Bartlett StSan Francisco, CA 94110
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1100 Ocean Avenue
3 Bedroom Apartments

1100 Ocean Avenue

1100-1140 Ocean AveSan Francisco, CA 94112
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5th St Apartments
3 Bedroom Apartments

5th St Apartments

388 5th StSan Francisco, CA 94107
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Mercy Family Plaza
3 Bedroom Apartments

Mercy Family Plaza

1509 Hayes StSan Francisco, CA 94117
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1028 Howard
3 Bedroom Apartments

1028 Howard

1028 Howard StSan Francisco, CA 94103
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730 Stanyan
3 Bedroom Apartments

730 Stanyan

700-730 Stanyan StSan Francisco, CA 94117

Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

When searching for a roommate, follow this list of essential steps and set clear expectations to create a solid foundation for a harmonious living situation.

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2550 Irving
3 Bedroom Apartments

2550 Irving

2550 Irving StSan Francisco, CA 94122
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1242-1244 Howard St
3 Bedroom Apartments

1242-1244 Howard St

1242-1244 Howard StSan Francisco, CA 94103
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Baker Beach Apartments
3 Bedroom Apartments

Baker Beach Apartments

1504 Pershing DrSan Francisco, CA 94129
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666 O'Farrell
3 Bedroom Apartments

666 O'Farrell

666 O'Farrell StSan Francisco, CA 94109
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216 4th Avenue
3 Bedroom Apartments

216 4th Avenue

216 4th AveSan Francisco, CA 94118
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Carillon Tower
3 Bedroom Apartments

Carillon Tower

1100 Gough StSan Francisco, CA 94109
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535 Leavenworth
3 Bedroom Apartments

535 Leavenworth

535 Leavenworth StSan Francisco, CA 94109
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618 Natoma St
3 Bedroom Apartments

618 Natoma St

618 Natoma StSan Francisco, CA 94103
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235 Valencia
3 Bedroom Apartments

235 Valencia

235 Valencia StSan Francisco, CA 94103
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1985 Fulton
3 Bedroom Apartments

1985 Fulton

1985 Fulton StSan Francisco, CA 94117

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980 Bush
3 Bedroom Apartments

980 Bush

980 Bush StSan Francisco, CA 94109
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2622 Franklin St
3 Bedroom Apartments

2622 Franklin St

2622 Franklin StSan Francisco, CA 94123
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2656 Van Ness
3 Bedroom Apartments

2656 Van Ness

2656 Van Ness AveSan Francisco, CA 94109
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1106 Bush
3 Bedroom Apartments

1106 Bush

1106 Bush StSan Francisco, CA 94109
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4005 California
3 Bedroom Apartments

4005 California

4005 California StSan Francisco, CA 94118
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104 Guerrero
3 Bedroom Apartments

104 Guerrero

104-114 Guerrero StSan Francisco, CA 94103
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633 Oak
3 Bedroom Apartments

633 Oak

633 Oak StSan Francisco, CA 94117

Bay Living Like a Local: The Insider's Guide to Life and Renting in San Francisco, CA

Unlock the personality of Renting and Living in the City by the Bay. Learn where to eat the best tacos, find hidden views, and embrace the charming contradictions of San Francisco life.

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1064 Dolores
3 Bedroom Apartments

1064 Dolores

1064 Dolores StSan Francisco, CA 94110
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800 Lyon
3 Bedroom Apartments

800 Lyon

800 Lyon StSan Francisco, CA 94115
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4344 17th St
3 Bedroom Apartments

4344 17th St

4344 17th StSan Francisco, CA 94114
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218 Haight
3 Bedroom Apartments

218 Haight

218-224 Haight StSan Francisco, CA 94102
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20 Romolo
3 Bedroom Apartments

20 Romolo

20 Romolo PlSan Francisco, CA 94133
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1433 Clay
3 Bedroom Apartments

1433 Clay

1433 Clay StSan Francisco, CA 94109
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428 Oak
3 Bedroom Apartments

428 Oak

428-432 Oak StSan Francisco, CA 94102
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1395 Union
3 Bedroom Apartments

1395 Union

1395 Union StSan Francisco, CA 94109
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940 Hayes
3 Bedroom Apartments

940 Hayes

940-942 Hayes StSan Francisco, CA 94117

Where to Live, Where to Work: Your Guide to Top Neighborhoods to Rent Near San Francisco's 5 Best Employers

Maximize your work-life balance in San Francisco. Discover the ideal neighborhoods for renting, from SoMa to Nob Hill, for employees of the city's 5 leading companies.

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Local Guide To the Best Student Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent Near Colleges in San Francisco

A Local Experts guide to the Best Student Friendly Neighborhoods Near Colleges in the Bay area for affordable living. Find your perfect San Francisco Student apartment, condo, or rental home today at ApartmentHomeliving.com

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Frequently Asked Questions about 3 Bedroom San Francisco Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in San Francisco with 3 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 3 Bedroom in San Francisco is at Artistry Emeryville listed at $3,220.

How much is the average rent for a 3 Bedroom San Francisco Apartment?

The average rent for a 3 Bedroom Apartment in San Francisco is $5,983.

What is the largest available 3 Bedroom San Francisco Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in San Francisco is a 1,401 square feet unit starting from $4,445 at Parkmerced Apartments.

What is the average size for San Francisco 3 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 3 Bedroom rental in San Francisco is currently 1,638 sq ft.

Expert Rental Resources

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.

Helpful Local Expert Guides

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A San Francisco Local Expert’s Guide to the Top Budget-Friendly Bay Area Neighborhoods to Rent

Written by: Shannon Hilson

If you’re anything like me, the thought of San Francisco is synonymous with concepts like creativity, character, and quirky local style.

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Local Guide To the Best Student Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent Near Colleges in San Francisco

Written by: Shannon Hilson

Naturally, going away to college or university is super exciting in and of itself. It’s the prelude to the rest of your life, not to mention an unforgettable experience all its own.

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Where to Live, Where to Work: Your Guide to Top Neighborhoods to Rent Near San Francisco's 5 Best Employers

Written by: Shannon Hilson

Deciding to move to San Francisco for work is a huge deal. San Fran is exciting and just weird enough to let you know you’re in for an amazing adventure, right from day one.

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Bay Living Like a Local: The Insiders Guide to Life and Renting in San Francisco, CA

Written by: Shannon Hilson

San Francisco is so much more than just postcard-perfect views of cable cars and the Golden Gate Bridge.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back

Written by: Lauren Harrington

I’m going to talk with you as a seasoned property manager and friend. So, let’s start with your security deposit. I want you to think about this guide as insider information. You deserve your deposit back.

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Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.

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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.