
Apartments for Rent in the Downtown San Francisco Neighborhood of San Francisco, CA (2,668 Rentals)


399 Fremont

333 Fremont

Tower 737 Condominium Rentals

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Jasper

The Gateway

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Solaire

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Geary Courtyard

The Cornelia Suites

Lark Landing
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The Paramount

Avery 450

Spera

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Towers at Rincon

1030 Post Street Apartments

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FOUND Study Nob Hill - Student/Intern

500 Folsom

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1700 California Street

1333 Gough Apartments at Cathedral Hill

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Nob Hill Tower
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SoMa Square

Rincon Green

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Ellis Square

SF House

Modera Rincon Hill

Union-Hyde Apartments

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1355 Post Street Apartments

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949 Post St

1843 Grant Ave, Unit 1843 Grant Ave

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3048 Polk St, Unit 3048 Polk St

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1864 Stockton St, Unit 1864

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900 Bush St, Unit 716

900 Bush St, Unit 510

333 Main St, Unit 6B

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39 Tehama St, Unit GO FL11-ID284

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1285 Sutter St, Unit PL FL6-ID689
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388 Beale St, Unit SI FL8-ID56

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240 Lombard St, Unit SI FL9-ID74

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899 Pine St, Unit SI FL17-ID5

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240 Lombard St, Unit SI FL3-ID38

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899 Pine St, Unit SI FL13-ID85

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899 Pine St, Unit SI FL12-ID84

631 O'Farrell St, Unit 701

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399 Fremont St, Unit SI FL7-ID1805

1000 North Point St, Unit 1505

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899 Pine St, Unit SI FL2-ID1338731P
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Downtown San Francisco, San Francisco, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown San Francisco?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown San Francisco Studio Apartments | $3,818 | $1,200 | $5,918 |
| Downtown San Francisco 1 Bedroom Apartments | $5,141 | $898 | $8,100 |
| Downtown San Francisco 2 Bedroom Apartments | $8,090 | $2,600 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown San Francisco 3 Bedroom Apartments | $16,037 | $8,300 | $10,000+ |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown San Francisco, San Francisco, CA
Ranked #18
Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Downtown San Francisco, San Francisco, CA
Lau (Gordon J.) Elementary
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Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving brings you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals in cities and towns across the United States and customized analysis for Central San Francisco, CA. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, luxury amenities, pet-friendly features, family-friendly amenities, proximity to transit, and more. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!
Family-Friendly Rating
Do you have a family with younger kids? Amongst all of the neighborhoods in San Francisco, this section of town is one of the best-regarded communities for families, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Family Friendly ratings are based on community features and environments that help parents and children to thrive. This includes features like parks, pet amenities, playgrounds, trails and recreation, and access to the most respected schools.
Luxury Living Rating
Downtown San Francisco has a reputation as amongst the finest high-end neighborhoods in town, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Luxury Lifestyle Scoring is based on having high-end community amenities like racquetball and tennis courts, luxury pools, concierge services, gardens, nearby parks, and nice home amenities like granite or quartz countertops and stainless steel appliances. Luxury submarkets also often offer wood-burning fireplaces, access to sports facilities like golf, raquetball, and tennis, and for some communities, even a doorman to greet residents.
Pet Friendly Rating
Does your family raise dogs and cats? this area ranks highly for raising pets (dogs and cats), with a score of 4.0 out of 4.
Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown San Francisco
How much are Studio apartments in Downtown San Francisco?
There are currently 1,653 Studio Apartments in Downtown San Francisco with rent ranges from $1,200 to $5,918 with an average price of $3,818.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Downtown San Francisco Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Downtown San Francisco ranges from $898 to $8,100 with an average monthly rent of $5,141.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown San Francisco cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Downtown San Francisco range from $2,600 to $17,558. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $8,090.
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