666 Jackson St
San FranciscoCA94133
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Chinatown Neighborhood of San Francisco, CA from $1,200 (14 Rentals)
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Private bedroom in 5 bed/3.5 bath Home
29 Stone St
San FranciscoCA94108
Private bedroom in 5 bed/3.5 bath Home
29 Stone St
San FranciscoCA94108
626 Pine St
San FranciscoCA94108
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Private bedroom in 5 bed/3.5 bath Home
29 Stone St
San FranciscoCA94108
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Geary Courtyard
639 Geary StSan Francisco, CA 94102
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Chinatown, San Francisco, CA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Chinatown?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chinatown Studio Apartments | $3,249 | $1,300 | $6,310 |
| Chinatown 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,888 | $2,869 | $7,710 |
| Chinatown 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,379 | $3,241 | $10,000+ |
| Chinatown 3 Bedroom Apartments | $7,686 | $5,662 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Chinatown Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Chinatown area of San Francisco, CA is a Studio unit found at 835 Pine priced from $2,095. Geary Courtyard has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,111. Here are the most affordable Chinatown apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 835 Pine | Studio 1 Bath | Studio,1BA | $2,095 |
| Geary Courtyard | 0x1 | Studio,1BA | $2,111 |
| 665 Pine | Studio 1 Bath | Studio,1BA | $2,615 |
| 737 Pine | Studio 1 Bath | Studio,1BA | $2,795 |
| 150 Van Ness | Studio A | Studio,1BA | $2,795 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Chinatown, CA
As of June 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the Chinatown area is the $3.54 price per square foot Alta Plaza A1C Model at Edgewater in the in the South Of Market neighborhood starting from $3,738. The second greatest value Chinatown apartment is the Plan A1D Model at 388 Beale starting at $4,335 with a $5.08 price per square foot in the South Of Market neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Chinatown apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Edgewater | Alta Plaza A1C | 1BR,1BA | $3.54 |
| 388 Beale | Plan A1D | 1BR,1BA | $5.08 |
| 795 Pine | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $6.09 |
| 510 Stockton | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $5.11 |
| 665 Pine | Studio 1 Bath | Studio ,1BA | $4.73 |
| 150 Van Ness | 1 Bedroom A | 1BR,1BA | $6.35 |
| 737 Pine | Studio 1 Bath | Studio ,1BA | $5.26 |
| The Gateway | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $6.32 |
| 655 Powell | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $6.01 |
| 835 Pine | Studio 1 Bath | Studio ,1BA | $6.27 |
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 835 Pine listed at $2,095.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Chinatown Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Chinatown Apartment is $2,975 at 634 Powell.
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 $3,862 at 150 Van Ness.
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