Cheap Homes for Rent in the Central Waterfront Neighborhood of San Francisco, CA from $1,300 (16 Rentals)

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property at 1075 Market St

$2,795

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$2,795
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$2,795

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Sep 1

1075 Market St, Unit #207

1075 Market St
San FranciscoCA94103

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property at 601 Van Ness Ave

$3,300 - $4,600

1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals

Available Aug 15

601 Van Ness Ave

San FranciscoCA94102

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property at 1515 15th St

$3,495

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$3,495
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$3,495

Studio, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Sep 1

1515 15th St, Unit #3##

1515 15th St
San FranciscoCA94103

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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 Studio unit found at SF House priced from $1,300. 949 Post St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,545. Here are the most affordable Central Waterfront apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
SF HouseUrban NestStudio,1BA$1,300
949 Post StStudioStudio,1BA$1,545
TL ResidencesStudio, 1 fullStudio,1BA$1,695
145 Leavenworth StStudio, 1 fullStudio,1BA$1,695
The Cornelia SuitesCornelia StudioStudio,1BA$1,750

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central Waterfront, CA

As of July 31, 2026 the best value apartment in the Central Waterfront area is the $4.91 price per square foot 1 Bed, 1 Bath Model at Bennett Lofts in the in the South Of Market neighborhood starting from $4,567. The second greatest value Central Waterfront apartment is the 2 Br / 1 Ba Model at 1101 Howard St starting at $1,968 with a $2.34 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Bennett Lofts1 Bed, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$4.91
1101 Howard St2 Br / 1 Ba2BR,1BA$2.34
Trinity Towers ApartmentsRenovated 1 Bed, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$5.21
The Grid SOMAA2L1BR,1BA$4.95
1801 Mission St2Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$6.12
Soma ResidencesStudioStudio ,1BA$5.54
540 Leavenworth Street1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$5.51
925 Geary StreetStudioStudio ,1BA$5.97
The Cornelia SuitesCornelia StudioStudio ,1BA$5.30
949 Post StStudioStudio ,1BA$5.15

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Central Waterfront, San Francisco, CA

Ranked #3

Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Central Waterfront

What type of rentals are currently available in Central Waterfront?

There are currently 1892 Apartments for Rent in Central Waterfront, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,300 to $17,670. There are also 132 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Central Waterfront ranging from $1,300 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 $1,300 to $30,000 with an average monthly rent of $6,519.

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 $2,174 to $10,680, 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 $9,250 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $4,384.

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