Studio Apartments for Rent in San Francisco, CA Under $2,000 (133 Rentals)

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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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538-540 43rd Ave
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538-540 43rd Ave

538-540 43rd AveSan Francisco, CA 94121
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372 7th Ave
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372 7th Ave

372 7th AveSan Francisco, CA 94118
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La Fnix at 1950
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La Fnix at 1950

1950 Mission StSan Francisco, CA 94103
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Avanza 490
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Avanza 490

490 S Van Ness AveSan Francisco, CA 94103
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565 Ellis OSM LP
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565 Ellis OSM LP

565 Ellis StSan Francisco, CA 94109
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140 20th Ave
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140 20th Ave

140 20th AveSan Francisco, CA 94121
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Madonna Residences
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Madonna Residences

350 Golden Gate AveSan Francisco, CA 94102
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Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags

Looking for the perfect new rental? Learn great ways to spot the perfect apartment for you, identify common red flags, and avoid rental issues and scams with these expert provided actionable tips.

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730 Stanyan
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730 Stanyan

700-730 Stanyan StSan Francisco, CA 94117
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City Gardens
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City Gardens

333 12th StSan Francisco, CA 94103
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2550 Irving
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2550 Irving

2550 Irving StSan Francisco, CA 94122
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513-519 Bush St
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513-519 Bush St

513-519 Bush StSan Francisco, CA 94108
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474 Natoma
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474 Natoma

474 Natoma StSan Francisco, CA 94103
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615 Leavenworth
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615 Leavenworth

615 Leavenworth StSan Francisco, CA 94109
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620 Eddy St
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620 Eddy St

620 Eddy StSan Francisco, CA 94109
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1750 Franklin St
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1750 Franklin St

1750 Franklin StSan Francisco, CA 94109
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520 Geary
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520 Geary

520-524 Geary StSan Francisco, CA 94102
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1241 Bush St
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1241 Bush St

1241 Bush StSan Francisco, CA 94109

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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Oasis Apartments
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Oasis Apartments

351 Turk StSan Francisco, CA 94102
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Crescent Cove
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Crescent Cove

420 Berry StSan Francisco, CA 94158
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72 Gough
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72 Gough

66-78 Gough StSan Francisco, CA 94102
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McAlpin Building
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McAlpin Building

427-439 Stockton StSan Francisco, CA 94108
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750 Guerrero
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750 Guerrero

750 Guerrero StSan Francisco, CA 94110
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675 OFarrell
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675 OFarrell

675 O'Farrell StSan Francisco, CA 94109

San Francisco's Best Affordable Neighborhoods

Learn about San Francisco and the best places to live with original content written by our San Francisco, CA Local Expert Shannon Hilson

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132 6th Street
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132 6th Street

132-136 6th StSan Francisco, CA 94103
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462 Duboce Ave
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462 Duboce Ave

462 Duboce AveSan Francisco, CA 94117
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725 Ellis
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725 Ellis

725 Ellis StSan Francisco, CA 94109
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1051 Post
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1051 Post

1051 Post StSan Francisco, CA 94109
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1350 Golden Gate Ave
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1350 Golden Gate Ave

1350 Golden Gate AveSan Francisco, CA 94115
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Jones Street Terrace
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Jones Street Terrace

729 Jones StSan Francisco, CA 94109
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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

From theft to fire to water damage, the unexpected can happen to any renter. Discover why renters insurance is one of the smartest and most affordable investments you can make as a tenant.

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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 Studio San Francisco Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in San Francisco with Studio?

Currently the most affordable Studio in San Francisco is at SF House listed at $1,300.

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

The average rent for a Studio Apartment in San Francisco is $3,592.

What is the largest available Studio San Francisco Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in San Francisco is a 2,108 square feet unit at The Residences at Yerba Buena Island.

What is the average size for San Francisco Studio Apartments for rent?

The average size for a Studio rental in San Francisco is currently 471 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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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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Bay Living Like a Local: The Insider's 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.

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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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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.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags

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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First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently

Written by: Robin Stewart

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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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

Written by: Robin Stewart

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.

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Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention

Written by: Robin Stewart

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.