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

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Hanover Soma West
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$3,520 - $4,107
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$3,520 - $8,967

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Hanover Soma West

1140 Harrison StSan Francisco, CA 94103
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Prism
$3,640
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$3,675 - $10,035

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Studio Apartments Available Sep 17

Prism

1028 Market StSan Francisco, CA 94102
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Jasper
$5,126 - $7,139
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$5,230 - $8,243

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Jasper

45 Lansing StSan Francisco, CA 94105
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The Brady
$3,712 - $4,387
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$3,734 - $11,245

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The Brady

1 Brady StSan Francisco, CA 94103
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Vara
$3,804 - $8,441
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$3,852 - $8,489

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Studio Apartments Available Oct 2

Vara

1600 15th StSan Francisco, CA 94103
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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 ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Channel Mission BayStudio E1H607 Sq Ft$5,618
MB360Orb601 Sq Ft$4,377
QuincyS8597 Sq Ft$4,923
Hanover Soma WestA1576 Sq Ft$4,107
JasperS-2543 Sq Ft$5,230
SoMa SquareStudio D533 Sq Ft$3,858
Windsor at DogpatchS8530 Sq Ft$4,404
The BradyStudio-S2.0530 Sq Ft$3,883
L SevenS2494 Sq Ft$3,411
Soma ResidencesStudio275 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 ListingModel NamePriced From
SF HouseUrban Nest$1,300
Yerba Buena CommonsStudio$1,567
1030 Post Street ApartmentsStudio$1,695
TL ResidencesStudio, 1 full$1,695
145 Leavenworth StStudio, 1 full$1,695
925 Geary StreetStudio$1,845
OSM Trade StreetStudio$1,845
747 Ellis1 Studio 1 Bath Apartment$1,995
The Sophie Maxwell BuildingStudio$2,183
516 Ellis1 Studio 1 Bath Apartment$2,195

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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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