
Short Term Lease Luxury Apartments for Rent in San Francisco, CA (196 Rentals)
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Highpoint Terrace

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The Brady

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1188 Mission at Trinity Place

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Ventana Residences
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Towers at Rincon

500 Folsom

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Alchemy

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2290 Stockton St, Unit SI FL4-ID660

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500 Beale St, Unit SI FL2-ID151

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434 Minna St, Unit SI FL4-ID1435

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434 Minna St, Unit SI FL5-ID1433

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2290 Stockton St, Unit SI FL4-ID233

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2 Bayside Village Pl, Unit SI FL4-ID96

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1201 Sutter St, Unit SI FL2-ID1741
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1075 Market St, Unit SI FL3-ID461

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246 Ritch St, Unit SI FL4-ID31

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1 Brady St, Unit SI FL4-ID1161

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501 Delancey St, Unit SI FL2-ID182

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429 14th St, Unit SI FL3-ID1621

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220 Lombard St, Unit SI FL1-ID1921

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1 Brady St, Unit SI FL4-ID1163

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400 Clementina St, Unit SI FL7-ID1430

399 Fremont

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240 Lombard St, Unit SI FL3-ID38
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30 Otis St, Unit SI FL7-ID1375

2000 Post

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1288 Howard St, Unit SI FL5-ID2120

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900 Folsom St, Unit SI FL8-ID272

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30 Otis St, Unit SI FL4-ID1358

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1288 Howard St, Unit SI FL5-ID1909

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8 10th St, Unit SI FL7-ID372389P

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18 10th St, Unit SI FL9-ID1382

8 10th St, Unit SI FL6-ID401

8 10th St
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18 10th St

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355 Berry St, Unit SI FL5-ID1224042P

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8 10th St, Unit SI FL11-ID372388P

Channel Mission Bay

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18 10th St, Unit SI FL5-ID278477P

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240 Lombard St, Unit SI FL9-ID74

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1285 Sutter St, Unit SI FL7-ID690

Edgewater

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1285 Sutter St, Unit SI FL5-ID148

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1600 15th St, Unit SI FL4-ID354762P
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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 | $3,592 | $1,200 | $8,489 |
| San Francisco 1 Bedroom Apartments | $4,525 | $898 | $9,735 |
| San Francisco 2 Bedroom Apartments | $6,112 | $1,747 | $10,000+ |
| San Francisco 3 Bedroom Apartments | $7,566 | $1,400 | $10,000+ |
| San Francisco 4 Bedroom Apartments | $11,745 | $3,295 | $10,000+ |
| San Francisco 5 Bedroom Apartments | $11,557 | $5,500 | $10,000+ |
| San Francisco 6 Bedroom Apartments | $12,750 | $8,000 | $10,000+ |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Short-term San Francisco Apartments
What is the Cheapest Short-term apartment in San Francisco?
Currently the most affordable Short-term Apartment in San Francisco is at UrbaNests | 221 7th St Residences listed at $595.
How much is the average rent for a Short-term San Francisco Apartment?
The average rent for a Short-term Apartment in San Francisco is $5,359.
What is the largest Short-term San Francisco Apartment for rent?
Today's Short-term apartment with the most square footage in San Francisco is a 2,220 square feet unit starting from $3,961 at 399 Fremont.
What is the average size for San Francisco Short-term Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Short-term rental in San Francisco is currently at 605 sq ft.
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Where to Live Near San Francisco: A Guide to the Best Surrounding Cities for Renters
Written by: Shannon Hilson
San Francisco is absolutely the type of city that pulls a person in right away, and it’s not hard to see why.

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

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.

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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Written by: Robin Stewart
Renters want to find a great apartment, the right place for them, one that checks all the boxes of location, rental cost, amenities, safety, and more.

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Hindsight is 20/20. Live and Learn. With age comes wisdom. We’re familiar with all those expressions, and all of them apply to lessons first-time renters learn.

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Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.

Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention
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There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.