New Apartments for Rent in San Francisco, CA Under $4,500 (83 Rentals)

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Isle House
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$4,433 - $6,878
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Built in 2024Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Isle House

39 Bruton StSan Francisco, CA 94130
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Waterbend
$4,289 - $4,669
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Built in 20161 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Waterbend

5880 3rd StSan Francisco, CA 94124
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Mission Rock
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$4,218 - $11,812
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Mission Rock

365 Toni Stone XingSan Francisco, CA 94158
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Alta Potrero
$4,199 - $9,544
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Built in 2020Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Jul 4

Alta Potrero

1301 16th StSan Francisco, CA 94103
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Solaire
$4,102 - $8,898
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Solaire

299 Fremont StSan Francisco, CA 94105
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The Brady
$3,737 - $11,945
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Built in 2022Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

The Brady

1 Brady StSan Francisco, CA 94103
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Hanover Soma West
$3,475 - $8,729
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Hanover Soma West

1140 Harrison StSan Francisco, CA 94103
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Prism
$3,110 - $10,035
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Prism

1028 Market StSan Francisco, CA 94102
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HQ
$3,080 - $4,901Built in 2021Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

HQ

1532 Harrison StSan Francisco, CA 94103
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Ventana Residences
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$2,875 - $5,850
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$2,875 - $5,850

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$2,875 - $5,850
Built in 2023Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Ventana Residences

99 Ocean AveSan Francisco, CA 94112
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O & M
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$2,280 - $6,580Built in 2017Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Contact Us For Availability

O & M

680 Indiana StSan Francisco, CA 94107
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524 37th Ave
$1,700 - $2,200
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Built in 20181 Bedroom Apartment Available Now

524 37th Ave

524 37th AveSan Francisco, CA 94121
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750 Harrison St
Built in 2018Studio Apartments

750 Harrison St

750 Harrison StSan Francisco, CA 94107
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24 Franklin
Built in 2018Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

24 Franklin

22-24 Franklin StSan Francisco, CA 94102
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The Madelon
Built in 2020Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Madelon

2823 18th StSan Francisco, CA 94110
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Windsor at Dogpatch
Built in 2017Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Windsor at Dogpatch

2656-2660 3rd StSan Francisco, CA 94107

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OME
Built in 2021Studio Apartments

OME

663 Clementina StSan Francisco, CA 94103
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The Duboce
Built in 2017Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Duboce

181 Sanchez StSan Francisco, CA 94114
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Ansel
Built in 2019Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Ansel

1699 Market StSan Francisco, CA 94103
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923 Folsom
Built in 2017Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

923 Folsom

923 Folsom StSan Francisco, CA 94107
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Konrad on the Park
Built in 2020Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Konrad on the Park

971 Eddy StSan Francisco, CA 94109
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793 S Van Ness
Built in 20221 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

793 S Van Ness

793 S Van Ness AveSan Francisco, CA 94110
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235 Valencia
Built in 2021Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

235 Valencia

235 Valencia StSan Francisco, CA 94103
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2112 Market St
Built in 20191 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

2112 Market St

2112 Market StSan Francisco, CA 94114
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Slate Residences
Built in 20201 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Slate Residences

911 Bryant StSan Francisco, CA 94103

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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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 New San Francisco Apartments

What is the Cheapest New apartment in San Francisco?

Currently the most affordable New Apartment in San Francisco is at FOUND Study San Francisco | Student Housing listed at $850.

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

The average rent for a New Apartment in San Francisco is $4,871.

What is the largest New San Francisco Apartment for rent?

Today's New apartment with the most square footage in San Francisco is a 2,103 square feet unit starting from $4,760 at Spera.

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

The average size for a New rental in San Francisco is currently at 457 sq ft.

Expert Rental Resources

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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

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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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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Written by: Robin Stewart

Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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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Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units

Written by: Robin Stewart

Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.

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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.