Cheap Homes for Rent in Central Waterfront Neighborhood of San Francisco, CA from $1,200 (36 Rentals)

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Central Waterfront, San Francisco, CA Local Guide

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. Geary Courtyard has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,121. Here are the most affordable Central Waterfront apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
FOUND Study San FranciscoDouble1BR,1BA$700
Geary Courtyard0x1Studio,1BA$1,121
SF HouseSmall RoomStudio,1BA$1,350
925 Geary StreetStudioStudio,1BA$1,545
Hyde Park Apartments LLC.Studio / 1 BathroomStudio,1BA$1,545
949 Post St - Age 55+StudioStudio,1BA$1,545
1335 Folsom StModel IStudio,1BA$1,575
1030 Post Street ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,595
743 Polk, 731-753 Polk Street/807 Ellis St0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,595
Jekyll Apartments LLC.Studio / 1 BathroomStudio,1BA$1,645

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central Waterfront, CA

As of September 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the Central Waterfront area is the $3.69 price per square foot 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment Model at 721 Geary in the in the South Of Market neighborhood starting from $3,265. The second greatest value Central Waterfront apartment is the 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment Model at 990 Geary starting at $2,895 with a $3.69 price per square foot in the NOMA neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Central Waterfront apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
721 Geary2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment2BR,1BA$3.69
990 Geary1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment1BR,1BA$3.69
Trinity Towers Apartments1 Bed, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$3.30
Bennett LoftsStudioStudio ,1BA$3.74
Larkin Street ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$2.98
965 Geary Street0BR/1.0BAStudio ,1BA$2.95
Geary Courtyard0x1Studio ,1BA$2.44
Hyde Park Apartments LLC.Studio / 1 BathroomStudio ,1BA$3.64
1030 Post Street ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$3.75
FOUND Study San Francisco | Student HousingDouble1BR,1BA$3.12

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Frequently Asked Questions about Central Waterfront

What type of rentals are currently available in Central Waterfront?

There are currently 1890 Apartments for Rent in Central Waterfront, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,095 to $26,000. There are also 211 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Central Waterfront ranging from $1,200 to $27,500.

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 $1,200 to $27,500 with an average monthly rent of $5,739.

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 $26,000, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $4,000 to $27,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,280 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $6,095.

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