Apartments for Rent in San Francisco, CA Under $1,800 (106 Rentals)

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524 37th Ave
$1,700 - $2,200
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524 37th Ave

524 37th AveSan Francisco, CA 94121
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855 La Playa St, Unit 152
$1,500
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855 La Playa St, Unit 152

855 La Playa StSan Francisco, CA 94121
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538-540 43rd Ave
Studio Apartments

538-540 43rd Ave

538-540 43rd AveSan Francisco, CA 94121
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372 7th Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

372 7th Ave

372 7th AveSan Francisco, CA 94118
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Crosby Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Crosby Apartments

940 Post StSan Francisco, CA 94109
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691 O'Farrell
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

691 O'Farrell

683-691 Ofarrell StSan Francisco, CA 94109
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810 Eddy
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

810 Eddy

810 Eddy StSan Francisco, CA 94109
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685 Geary
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

685 Geary

685 Geary StSan Francisco, CA 94102
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750 O'Farrell
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

750 O'Farrell

750 O'Farrell StSan Francisco, CA 94109

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1408 California
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

1408 California

1400-1408 California StSan Francisco, CA 94109
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626 Powell
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

626 Powell

626 Powell StSan Francisco, CA 94108
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676 GEARY Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

676 GEARY Apartments

672-682 Geary StSan Francisco, CA 94102
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150 Franklin
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

150 Franklin

150 Franklin StSan Francisco, CA 94102
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1055 Mason
Studio Apartments

1055 Mason

1055 Mason StSan Francisco, CA 94108
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Post Arms Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Post Arms Apartments

839 Post StSan Francisco, CA 94109
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1028 Howard
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

1028 Howard

1028 Howard StSan Francisco, CA 94103
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Jones Street Terrace
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Jones Street Terrace

729 Jones StSan Francisco, CA 94109
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The Lofts at 7
1 Bedroom Apartments

The Lofts at 7

277 Golden Gate AveSan Francisco, CA 94102
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1350 Golden Gate Ave
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

1350 Golden Gate Ave

1350 Golden Gate AveSan Francisco, CA 94115
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124 Mason
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

124 Mason

120-124 Mason StSan Francisco, CA 94102
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1050 Post
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

1050 Post

1050 Post StSan Francisco, CA 94109
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725 Ellis
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

725 Ellis

725 Ellis StSan Francisco, CA 94109
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2250 Buchanan
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

2250 Buchanan

2250 Buchanan StSan Francisco, CA 94115
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St. Stephen's Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

St. Stephen's Apartments

1105 Bush StSan Francisco, CA 94109
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720 Jones
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

720 Jones

720 Jones StSan Francisco, CA 94109
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750 Guerrero
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

750 Guerrero

750 Guerrero StSan Francisco, CA 94110
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200 Van Ness Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

200 Van Ness Ave

200 Van Ness AveSan Francisco, CA 94102

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Frequently Asked Questions about San Francisco

How much are Studio apartments in San Francisco?

There are currently 6,527 Studio Apartments in San Francisco with rent ranges from $1,200 to $5,917 with an average price of $3,422.

What is the current price range for One Bedroom San Francisco Apartments for rent?

Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in San Francisco ranges from $898 to $8,798 with an average monthly rent of $4,320.

What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in San Francisco cost?

The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in San Francisco range from $1,747 to $20,493. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $5,468.

How expensive are San Francisco Three Bedroom Apartments?

There are currently 1,784 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in San Francisco on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,500 to $23,191 - averaging $7,043 for the location.

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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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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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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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For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

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Neighborhood and Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent

Written by: Robin Stewart

Apartment-hunting can be a gargantuan task. Renters have a wish list of items—some luxuries, some necessities—but finding what you seek in the right place is perhaps the most important part of the journey.