
Short Term Lease Apartments for Rent in San Francisco, CA Under $5,000 (121 Rentals) Page 3 of 3
Rental terms in San Francisco as short as a month! Perfect when you can't commit to a full year of renting.


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6301 Shellmound St, Unit SI FL7-ID10982A

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6301 Shellmound St

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6301 Shellmound St, Unit SI FL3-ID7889A

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6301 Shellmound St, Unit SI FL5-ID11802A

5684 Bay St, Unit SI FL6-ID1987

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853 Commodore Dr, Unit SI FL5-ID988

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853 Commodore Dr, Unit SI FL4-ID975

5684 Bay St, Unit SI FL5-ID1989
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4310 Hubbard St, Unit SI FL2-ID1027

4310 Hubbard St, Unit SI FL2-ID1028

5684 Bay St, Unit SI FL3-ID1986

4510 Hubbard St, Unit SI FL6-ID1036

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5684 Bay St, Unit SI FL2-ID1988

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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 | $3,347 | $1,200 | $8,635 |
| San Francisco 1 Bedroom Apartments | $4,031 | $898 | $8,540 |
| San Francisco 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,208 | $1,732 | $10,000+ |
| San Francisco 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,983 | $2,295 | $10,000+ |
| San Francisco 4 Bedroom Apartments | $9,415 | $2,995 | $10,000+ |
| San Francisco 5 Bedroom Apartments | $12,500 | $10,000 | $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 $4,163.
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 $3,815 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 502 sq ft.
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