
Short Term Lease Apartments for Rent in San Francisco, CA Under $5,500 (128 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.


Private bedroom in 5 bed/3.5 bath Home

Private bedroom in 5 bed/3.5 bath Home

899 Pine St

2 Townsend St

180 Brannan St

8 10th St

160 Brannan St

1201 Sutter St

100 Van Ness Ave

1155 Jones St

1600 15th St

429 14th St

601 4th St

925 Corbett Ave

1801 Wedemeyer St

30 Otis St

900 Folsom St

400 Clementina St

434 Minna St

1 Brady St

39 Tehama St

2290 Stockton St

272 Clara St

24 Franklin St

246 Ritch St

4 Bayside Village Pl

240 Lombard St

2 Bayside Village Pl

1 Bayside Village Pl

570 Beale St

500 Beale St

690 Long Bridge Street

1285 Sutter St

340 Fremont St
San Francisco, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in San Francisco?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
---|---|---|---|
San Francisco Studio Apartments | $2,803 | $875 | $7,175 |
San Francisco 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,528 | $755 | $10,000+ |
San Francisco 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,703 | $1,400 | $10,000+ |
San Francisco 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,245 | $2,345 | $10,000+ |
San Francisco 4 Bedroom Apartments | $7,363 | $2,895 | $10,000+ |
San Francisco 5 Bedroom Apartments | $8,628 | $1,510 | $10,000+ |
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Getting Around San Francisco, CA
Walk Score®
95 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
81 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
83 / 100
Excellent Transit
Transit is convenient for most trips
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
San Francisco, CA Area Reviews
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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 $4,023.
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 $3,065 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 582 sq ft.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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.

A San Francisco Local Expert’s Guide to the Top Budget-Friendly Bay Area Neighborhoods to Rent
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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting
Written by: Lauren Harrington
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The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters
Written by: Bobbi Jackson
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