
Cheap Homes for Rent in Chinatown Neighborhood of San Francisco, CA from $1,400 (3 Rentals)
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Chinatown, San Francisco, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Chinatown?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Chinatown 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $18,000 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
Chinatown 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,615 | $1,510 | $1,730 |
Browse Homes for Rent in this Neighborhood
There are currently 3 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Chinatown Neighborhood of San Francisco, CA.
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Best Value Apartments for Rent in Chinatown, CA
As of July 09, 2025 the best value apartment in the Chinatown area is the $5.52 price per square foot 3 Bed 2 Bath Model at 845 Pine in the in the South Of Market neighborhood starting from $5,295. The second greatest value Chinatown apartment is the 2 Bed 1 Bath Model at 795 Pine starting at $4,335 with a $6.09 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. |
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845 Pine | 3 Bed 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $5.52 |
795 Pine | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $6.09 |
510 Stockton | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $5.11 |
645 Stockton Street | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $6.86 |
665 Pine | Studio 1 Bath | Studio ,1BA | $5.05 |
655 Powell | Studio 1 Bath | Studio ,1BA | $6.48 |
825 Pine | Studio 1 Bath | Studio ,1BA | $7.32 |
835 Pine | Studio 1 Bath | Studio ,1BA | $6.27 |
634 Powell | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $9.04 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Chinatown
What type of rentals are currently available in Chinatown?
There are currently 195 Apartments for Rent in Chinatown, CA with pricing that ranges from $850 to $7,540. There are also 16 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Chinatown ranging from $1,400 to $18,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Chinatown?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Chinatown ranges from $1,400 to $18,000 with an average monthly rent of $6,028.
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