Cheap Homes for Rent in Civic Center Neighborhood of San Francisco, CA from $2,300 (11 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Homes available for rent right now in the Civic Center area of San Francisco.

750 Van Ness Ave

601 Van Ness Ave
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Civic Center, San Francisco, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Civic Center?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Civic Center 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,950 | $5,400 | $6,500 |
Browse Homes for Rent in this Neighborhood
There are currently 11 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Civic Center Neighborhood of San Francisco, CA.
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Cheapest Available Civic Center Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Civic Center area of San Francisco, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at FOUND Study San Francisco priced from $700. 731-753 & 743 Polk Street; 807 Ellis Street (1359rc) has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $895. Here are the most affordable Civic Center apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| FOUND Study San Francisco | Private Room | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
| 731-753 & 743 Polk Street; 807 Ellis Street (1359rc) | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $895 |
| SF House | Urban Nest | Studio,1BA | $1,300 |
| 516 Ellis | 1 Efficiency 1 Bath Apartment | Studio,1BA | $1,495 |
| 949 Post St - Age 55+ | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,545 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Civic Center, CA
As of December 28, 2025 the best value apartment in the Civic Center area is the $3.83 price per square foot 3 bedroom Model at Warrington Apartments in the in the South Of Market neighborhood starting from $4,600. The second greatest value Civic Center apartment is the 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment Model at 635 Ellis starting at $2,895 with a $4.17 price per square foot in the South Of Market neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Civic Center apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warrington Apartments | 3 bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $3.83 |
| 635 Ellis | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $4.17 |
| 455 Hyde | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $4.00 |
| The Lofts at One Powell | H2 0X1 | Studio ,1BA | $4.11 |
| 610 Leavenworth | 1 Studio 1 Bath Apartment | Studio ,1BA | $4.00 |
| 1030 Post Street Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.42 |
| Sutter Street Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.77 |
| 650 Ellis | 1 Studio 1 Bath Apartment | Studio ,1BA | $3.89 |
| 731-753 & 743 Polk Street; 807 Ellis Street (1359rc) | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $2.69 |
| FOUND Study San Francisco | Student Housing | Double | 1BR,1BA | $3.12 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Civic Center
What type of rentals are currently available in Civic Center?
There are currently 556 Apartments for Rent in Civic Center, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,312 to $10,000. There are also 44 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Civic Center ranging from $2,375 to $6,500.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Civic Center?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Civic Center ranges from $2,375 to $6,500 with an average monthly rent of $4,052.
Expert Rental Resources
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