1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Central Waterfront Neighborhood of San Francisco, CA (778 Rentals)

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The George

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Mosso

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Potrero Launch

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Central Waterfront, San Francisco, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Central Waterfront?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Central Waterfront Studio Apartments | $2,935 | $1,175 | $8,768 |
Central Waterfront 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,829 | $1,286 | $9,420 |
Central Waterfront 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,176 | $1,400 | $10,000+ |
Central Waterfront 3 Bedroom Apartments | $7,009 | $2,965 | $10,000+ |
Central Waterfront 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,159 | $1,260 | $8,800 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 778 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Central Waterfront Neighborhood of San Francisco, CA.
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Largest Available Central Waterfront 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in the Central Waterfront area of San Francisco, CA is found at The Oak SF and is listed at 1,055 square feet priced from $4,825. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
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The Oak SF | A9 | 1,055 Sq Ft | $4,825 |
L Seven | A23 | 1,019 Sq Ft | $4,070 |
Venue Apartments | Jefferson | 891 Sq Ft | $4,970 |
The George | 1G Den | 885 Sq Ft | $4,985 |
NEMA | B2 | 879 Sq Ft | $4,375 |
The Lofts at 7 | Director Loft | 858 Sq Ft | $2,550 |
Avalon at Mission Bay | A3-H | 854 Sq Ft | $3,965 |
Hanover Soma West | A7 | 736 Sq Ft | $3,667 |
Cheapest Available Central Waterfront 1 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit Central Waterfront of San Francisco, CA is the Double Model starting from $700 at FOUND Study San Francisco. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Central Waterfront is currently $3,829. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
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FOUND Study San Francisco | Double | $700 |
O'Farrell Associates LLC. | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom | $1,895 |
Soma Residences | One Bedroom | $1,945 |
57 Taylor | 1 Bed 1 Bath | $2,055 |
1190 Mission at Trinity Place | Jr. 1 Bed, 1 Bath | $2,235 |
781 O'Farrell | 1 Bed 1 Bath | $2,265 |
320 Turk | 1 Bed 1 Bath Furnished | $2,295 |
Mission Street | 1x1 | $2,295 |
786 Geary | 1 Bed 1 Bath | $2,315 |
1188 Mission at Trinity Place | 1 Bed JR B | $2,320 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleCentral Waterfront, San Francisco, CA
Ranked #3
Among neighborhoods in San Francisco, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Central Waterfront, San Francisco, CA
S.F. International High
Brown Jr. (Willie L) Middle
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Getting Around the Central Waterfront Neighborhood in San Francisco, CA
Walk Score®
82 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
93 / 100
Biker's Paradise
Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike
Transit Score®
66 / 100
Good Transit
Many nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
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- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Central Waterfront Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Central Waterfront with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Central Waterfront is at FOUND Study San Francisco listed at $700.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Central Waterfront Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Central Waterfront is $3,829.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Central Waterfront Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Central Waterfront is a 1,055 square feet unit starting from $4,825 at The Oak SF.
What is the average size for Central Waterfront 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Central Waterfront is currently 850 sq ft.
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