1906 Mission St
San FranciscoCA94103
Cheap Homes for Rent in Central Waterfront Neighborhood of San Francisco, CA from $1,200 (24 Rentals)
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388 Capp St
San FranciscoCA94110
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388 Capp St
San FranciscoCA94110
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388 Capp St
San FranciscoCA94110
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414 Bryant St
San FranciscoCA94107
414 Bryant St
San FranciscoCA94107
750 Van Ness Ave
San FranciscoCA94102
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1435 Newcomb Ave
San FranciscoCA94124
2315 Mission St
San FranciscoCA94110
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$2,650Studio Apartments Available Jun 22, 2026
1 Bayside Village Pl
1 Bayside Village PlSan Francisco, CA 94107
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601 Van Ness Ave
San FranciscoCA94102
960 Market St
San FranciscoCA94102
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3173 21st St
San FranciscoCA94110
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$3,0901 Bedroom Apartments Available Feb 16, 2026
400 Clementina St
400 Clementina StSan Francisco, CA 94103
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Central Waterfront, San Francisco, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent a home in Central Waterfront?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central Waterfront 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,152 | $2,400 | $8,499 |
| Central Waterfront 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $11,494 | $4,000 | $10,000+ |
| Central Waterfront 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,880 | $1,260 | $10,000+ |
| Central Waterfront 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $8,625 | $8,000 | $9,250 |
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Cheapest Available Central Waterfront Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Central Waterfront area of San Francisco, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at FOUND Study San Francisco priced from $700. 731-753 & 743 Polk Street; 807 Ellis Street (1359rc) has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $895. Here are the most affordable Central Waterfront apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| FOUND Study San Francisco | Private Room | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
| 731-753 & 743 Polk Street; 807 Ellis Street (1359rc) | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $895 |
| The Sophie Maxwell | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,273 |
| SF House | Urban Nest | Studio,1BA | $1,300 |
| 516 Ellis | 1 Efficiency 1 Bath Apartment | Studio,1BA | $1,495 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central Waterfront, CA
As of December 30, 2025 the best value apartment in the Central Waterfront area is the $3.66 price per square foot 1 Bed, 1 Bath Model at Bennett Lofts in the in the South Of Market neighborhood starting from $3,109. The second greatest value Central Waterfront apartment is the 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment Model at 635 Ellis starting at $2,895 with a $4.17 price per square foot in the South Of Market neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Central Waterfront apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bennett Lofts | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.66 |
| 635 Ellis | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $4.17 |
| 455 Hyde | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $4.00 |
| The Lofts at One Powell | H2 0X1 | Studio ,1BA | $4.11 |
| 610 Leavenworth | 1 Studio 1 Bath Apartment | Studio ,1BA | $4.00 |
| 1030 Post Street Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.42 |
| 650 Ellis | 1 Studio 1 Bath Apartment | Studio ,1BA | $3.89 |
| The Sophie Maxwell | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.48 |
| 731-753 & 743 Polk Street; 807 Ellis Street (1359rc) | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $2.69 |
| FOUND Study San Francisco | Student Housing | Double | 1BR,1BA | $3.12 |
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Best Local Schools in Central Waterfront, San Francisco, CA
S.F. International High
San Francisco Unified School District
Public School - Grades 8-12 (401)
3 out of 10
Brown Jr. (Willie L) Middle
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Public School - Grades 6-8 (257)
7 out of 10
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Frequently Asked Questions about Central Waterfront
What type of rentals are currently available in Central Waterfront?
There are currently 1906 Apartments for Rent in Central Waterfront, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,273 to $21,090. There are also 160 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Central Waterfront ranging from $1,250 to $30,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Central Waterfront?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Central Waterfront ranges from $1,250 to $30,000 with an average monthly rent of $6,409.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Central Waterfront?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Central Waterfront range from $2,965 to $10,000, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $4,000 to $30,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,260 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $7,000.
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