Apartments for Rent in the Central Waterfront Neighborhood of San Francisco, CA Under $2,000 (92 Rentals)

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1764 Quesada Ave

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STEVENSON LOFTS
1 Bedroom Apartments

STEVENSON LOFTS

529 Stevenson StSan Francisco, CA 94103
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861 Post
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

861 Post

861 Post StSan Francisco, CA 94109
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La Sonoma Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

La Sonoma Apartments

500-510 Larkin StSan Francisco, CA 94102
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535 Leavenworth
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

535 Leavenworth

535 Leavenworth StSan Francisco, CA 94109
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381 TURK Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

381 TURK Apartments

381 Turk StSan Francisco, CA 94102
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333 Hyde
Studio Apartments

333 Hyde

333-335 Hyde StSan Francisco, CA 94109
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525 Leavenworth
1 Bedroom Apartments

525 Leavenworth

525 Leavenworth StSan Francisco, CA 94109
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605 Jones
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

605 Jones

605 Jones StSan Francisco, CA 94102

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The Panoramic Soma
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

The Panoramic Soma

1321 Mission StSan Francisco, CA 94103
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610 Hyde St
Studio Apartments

610 Hyde St

798 Geary StSan Francisco, CA 94109
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Central Apartments
Studio Apartments

Central Apartments

574 3rd StSan Francisco, CA 94107
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570 Jessie
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

570 Jessie

570 Jessie StSan Francisco, CA 94103
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1025 Post
Studio Apartments

1025 Post

1025 Post StSan Francisco, CA 94109
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1020 Post
Studio Apartments

1020 Post

1020 Post StSan Francisco, CA 94109
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709 Geary
Studio Apartments

709 Geary

709 Geary StSan Francisco, CA 94109
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449 O'Farrell
Studio Apartments

449 O'Farrell

447-451 O'Farrell StSan Francisco, CA 94102
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666 O'Farrell
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

666 O'Farrell

666 O'Farrell StSan Francisco, CA 94109
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434 Leavenworth
Studio Apartments

434 Leavenworth

434 Leavenworth StSan Francisco, CA 94102

Central Waterfront - One of the Best Affordable Neighborhoods in San Francisco

Named as one of the Best Affordable Neighborhoods to rent in San Francisco by our San Francisco, CA Local Expert Shannon Hilson. See how it ranks!

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346 Leavenworth
Studio Apartments

346 Leavenworth

346 Leavenworth StSan Francisco, CA 94102
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816 Geary
Studio Apartments

816 Geary

816 Geary StSan Francisco, CA 94109
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747 Ellis
Studio Apartments

747 Ellis

747 Ellis StSan Francisco, CA 94109
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750 O'Farrell
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

750 O'Farrell

750 O'Farrell StSan Francisco, CA 94109
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OSM Trade Street
Studio Apartments

OSM Trade Street

225 Taylor StSan Francisco, CA 94102
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781 O'Farrell
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

781 O'Farrell

777-785 Ofarrell StSan Francisco, CA 94109
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320 Turk
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

320 Turk

318 Turk StSan Francisco, CA 94102
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516 Ellis
Studio Apartments

516 Ellis

500-516 Ellis StSan Francisco, CA 94109

San Francisco's Best Affordable Neighborhoods

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124 Mason
Studio Apartments

124 Mason

120-124 Mason StSan Francisco, CA 94102

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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

Frequently Asked Questions about Central Waterfront

How much are Studio apartments in Central Waterfront?

There are currently 431 Studio Apartments in Central Waterfront with rent ranges from $1,175 to $8,768 with an average price of $2,935.

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 $1,286 to $9,420 with an average monthly rent of $3,829.

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 $1,400 to $11,220. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $5,176.

How expensive are Central Waterfront Three Bedroom Apartments?

There are currently 226 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Central Waterfront on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $2,965 to $13,975 - averaging $7,009 for the location.

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A San Francisco Local Expert’s Guide to the Top Budget-Friendly Bay Area Neighborhoods to Rent

Written by: Shannon Hilson

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.