Apartments for Rent in the Central Waterfront Neighborhood of San Francisco, CA (2,023 Rentals)

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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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Alta Potrero
$4,042 - $9,544
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Alta Potrero

1301 16th StSan Francisco, CA 94103
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Jasper
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$4,764 - $6,110
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Jasper

45 Lansing StSan Francisco, CA 94105
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Geary Courtyard
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$2,356 - $2,606
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Geary Courtyard

639 Geary StSan Francisco, CA 94102
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The Brady
$3,769 - $9,965
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The Brady

1 Brady StSan Francisco, CA 94103
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Mission Rock
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$5,350 - $11,812
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Mission Rock

365 Toni Stone XingSan Francisco, CA 94158
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777 Tenn
$5,557
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777 Tenn

777 Tennessee StSan Francisco, CA 94107
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Bayside Village
$3,841 - $7,201
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Bayside Village

3 Bayside Village PlSan Francisco, CA 94107
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The Martin
$6,978
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The Martin

2051 3rd StSan Francisco, CA 94107
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The Wilson
$2,753
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The Wilson

973 Market StSan Francisco, CA 94103
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Vara
$3,945 - $5,244
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Vara

1600 15th StSan Francisco, CA 94103
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Central Waterfront, San Francisco, CA

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including San Francisco. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and easy access to the parks, family-friendliness, raising pets, transit options, and more. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Family-Friendly Rating

When renting for a family with children, location matters. Amongst all of the neighborhoods in San Francisco, Central Waterfront has emerged as one of the best-regarded submarkets for families, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Family Friendly ratings are based on community features and environments that help parents and children to thrive. These features include things like green spaces, picnic areas, recreation rooms, walking and biking trails, and great education.

Outdoors Rating

Do you like the outdoors? this neighborhood has a reputation as providing great access to parks and greenspace, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.

Luxury Living Rating

Central Waterfront has risen to be one of the best higher-end neighborhoods in town, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Luxury Lifestyle Scoring is based on having high-end community amenities like saunas, pools, sport courts, maid services, and kitchen details like granite and high-end fixtures. Other luxury items often include wood-burning fireplaces, tennis courts, and for some communities, even a doorman to greet residents.

Pet Friendly Rating

Are there dogs and cats in your life? this section of San Francisco has come to be amongst the finest communities for dog and cat owners, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.

Frequently Asked Questions about Central Waterfront

How much are Studio apartments in Central Waterfront?

There are currently 1,061 Studio Apartments in Central Waterfront with rent ranges from $1,312 to $5,721 with an average price of $3,319.

What is the current price range for One Bedroom Central Waterfront Apartments for rent?

Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Central Waterfront ranges from $1,369 to $7,848 with an average monthly rent of $4,575.

What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Central Waterfront cost?

The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Central Waterfront range from $2,183 to $16,870. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $6,160.

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