
Short Term Lease Apartments for Rent in San Francisco, CA Under $5,100 (148 Rentals) Page 2 of 3
Rental terms in San Francisco as short as a month! Perfect when you can't commit to a full year of renting.


899 Pine St

340 Fremont St

2 Townsend St

8 10th St

1285 Sutter St

340 Fremont St

1285 Sutter St

899 Pine St

240 Lombard St
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434 Minna St

434 Minna St

1288 Howard St

1285 Sutter St

899 Pine St

1222 Harrison St

240 Lombard St

1288 Howard St

400 Clementina St

900 Folsom St
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501 Delancey St

18 10th St

246 Ritch St

1801 Wedemeyer St

429 14th St

1075 Market St

1801 Wedemeyer St

30 Otis St

18 10th St

2290 Stockton St
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24 Franklin St

30 Otis St

1 Brady St

1 Brady St

24 Franklin St

434 Minna St

4 Bayside Village Pl

2290 Stockton St

434 Minna St

1201 Sutter St
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500 Beale St

246 Ritch St

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22 Vandewater

3560 Pierce St

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The Quinn

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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 | $3,094 | $830 | $10,000+ |
| San Francisco 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,769 | $735 | $10,000+ |
| San Francisco 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,838 | $1,084 | $10,000+ |
| San Francisco 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,437 | $1,252 | $10,000+ |
| San Francisco 4 Bedroom Apartments | $6,727 | $2,995 | $10,000+ |
| San Francisco 5 Bedroom Apartments | $13,598 | $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 $4,545.
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 10,225 square feet unit starting from $6,251 at 2474 Washington St.
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 820 sq ft.
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Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.