Cheap 1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Chinatown Neighborhood of San Francisco, CA from $2,200 (3 Rentals)
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Chinatown, San Francisco, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Chinatown?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
---|---|---|---|
Chinatown Studio Apartments | $2,980 | $875 | $5,000 |
Chinatown 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,794 | $2,200 | $5,259 |
Chinatown 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,250 | $3,012 | $10,000+ |
Chinatown 3 Bedroom Apartments | $7,251 | $4,495 | $10,000+ |
Explore San Francisco
Getting Around the Chinatown Neighborhood in San Francisco, CA
Walk Score®
100 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
67 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
100 / 100
Rider’s Paradise
World-class public transportation
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Chinatown Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Chinatown?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Chinatown is at 567 Pine Apartments listed at $2,200.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Chinatown Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Chinatown Apartment is $2,200 at 567 Pine Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Chinatown Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Chinatown is starting from $2,200 at 567 Pine Apartments.
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