
Top Rated Apartments for Rent in San Francisco, CA (134 Rentals)
Apartments in San Francisco with the best features, newest construction, and richest amenities.


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Isle House

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1177 Market at Trinity Place

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Alta Potrero

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33 8th at Trinity Place

L Seven

333 Fremont

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Prism
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The Grid SOMA

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Towers at Rincon

Soma Residences

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The Brady

Quincy

Astella

777 Tenn

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Bayside Village

Delphine on Diamond
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2175 Market

Kirkham Heights Apartments

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Ashton

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Vara

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Argenta

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The Wilson

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Modera Rincon Hill
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The Oak SF

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The Bluffs At Pacifica
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Parc Telegraph

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Pacific Park Plaza

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535 Hugo St

1370 8th Ave

370 Fillmore St

1419 17th Ave
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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 Top Rated Studio Apartments | $3,358 | $1,200 | $8,635 |
| San Francisco Top Rated 1 Bedroom Apartments | $4,020 | $898 | $8,540 |
| San Francisco Top Rated 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,233 | $1,732 | $10,000+ |
| San Francisco Top Rated 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,341 | $2,395 | $10,000+ |
| San Francisco Top Rated 4 Bedroom Apartments | $9,370 | $2,995 | $10,000+ |
| San Francisco 5 Bedroom Apartments | $12,500 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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Frequently Asked Questions about San Francisco
How much are Studio apartments in San Francisco?
There are currently 6,533 Studio Apartments in San Francisco with rent ranges from $1,300 to $8,635 with an average price of $6,103.
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 $8,540 with an average monthly rent of $4,020.
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 $1,732 to $18,450. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $5,233.
How expensive are San Francisco Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 1,788 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in San Francisco on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $2,395 to $28,629 - averaging $6,341 for the location.
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