
Studio Apartments for Rent in the Central Waterfront Neighborhood of San Francisco, CA (1,082 Rentals)


Edgewater

150 Van Ness

The Civic

100 Van Ness

145 Leavenworth St

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Hanover Soma West

TL Residences

NEMA

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Prism
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L Seven

1190 Mission at Trinity Place

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Jasper

Geary Courtyard

Soma at 788

HQ

1188 Mission at Trinity Place

The Cornelia Suites

Vance
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Fifteen Fifty

Soma Residences

The Sophie Maxwell Building

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The Brady

Mission Rock

Quincy

Astella

777 Tenn

1825 Mission

1030 Post Street Apartments
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Olume Apartments

Brick + Iron Lofts at Dogpatch

Avalon at Mission Bay

MB360

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Vara

SoMa Square

Rincon Green

The Martin

Avalon Dogpatch
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Yerba Buena Commons

SF House

Modera Rincon Hill

OSM 272 Ninth LP

The Oak SF

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UrbaNests | 221 7th St Residences

949 Post St

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246 Ritch St, Unit SI FL4-ID31

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18 10th St, Unit SI FL7-ID1299
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Central Waterfront Studio Apartments | $3,743 | $1,312 | $8,489 |
| Central Waterfront 1 Bedroom Apartments | $4,886 | $1,795 | $9,735 |
| Central Waterfront 2 Bedroom Apartments | $6,729 | $1,968 | $10,000+ |
| Central Waterfront 3 Bedroom Apartments | $8,198 | $2,174 | $10,000+ |
| Central Waterfront 4 Bedroom Apartments | $9,751 | $7,000 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 1082 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 Studio Apartments
The largest available Studio apartment unit in the Central Waterfront area of San Francisco, CA is found at Channel Mission Bay and is listed at 607 square feet priced from $5,618. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Channel Mission Bay | Studio E1H | 607 Sq Ft | $5,618 |
| MB360 | Orb | 601 Sq Ft | $4,377 |
| Quincy | S8 | 597 Sq Ft | $4,923 |
| Hanover Soma West | A1 | 576 Sq Ft | $4,107 |
| Jasper | S-2 | 543 Sq Ft | $5,230 |
| SoMa Square | Studio D | 533 Sq Ft | $3,858 |
| Windsor at Dogpatch | S8 | 530 Sq Ft | $4,404 |
| The Brady | Studio-S2.0 | 530 Sq Ft | $3,883 |
| L Seven | S2 | 494 Sq Ft | $3,411 |
| Soma Residences | Studio | 275 Sq Ft | $2,800 |
Cheapest Available Central Waterfront Studio Apartments
Currently the lowest priced Studio apartment unit Central Waterfront of San Francisco, CA is the Urban Nest Model starting from $1,300 at SF House. The average price for all Studio apartments in Central Waterfront is currently $3,743. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| SF House | Urban Nest | $1,300 |
| Yerba Buena Commons | Studio | $1,567 |
| 1030 Post Street Apartments | Studio | $1,695 |
| TL Residences | Studio, 1 full | $1,695 |
| 145 Leavenworth St | Studio, 1 full | $1,695 |
| 925 Geary Street | Studio | $1,845 |
| OSM Trade Street | Studio | $1,845 |
| 747 Ellis | 1 Studio 1 Bath Apartment | $1,995 |
| The Sophie Maxwell Building | Studio | $2,183 |
| 516 Ellis | 1 Studio 1 Bath Apartment | $2,195 |
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Best Local Schools in Central Waterfront, San Francisco, CA
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Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving.com compiles millions of data points to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of neighborhoods, cities, and rental properties across California including Central Waterfront, San Francisco, and the greater San Francisco area. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and proximity to parks, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!
Frequently Asked Questions about Studio Central Waterfront Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Central Waterfront with Studio?
Currently the most affordable Studio in Central Waterfront is at SF House listed at $1,300.
How much is the average rent for a Studio Central Waterfront Apartment?
The average rent for a Studio Apartment in Central Waterfront is $3,743.
What is the largest available Studio Central Waterfront Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Central Waterfront is a 607 square feet unit starting from $5,618 at Channel Mission Bay.
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