
Apartments for Rent in the Downtown San Francisco Neighborhood of San Francisco, CA (2,641 Rentals)


399 Fremont

Spera

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Solaire

333 Fremont

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Jasper

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Geary Courtyard

The Gateway

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Towers at Rincon
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The Cornelia Suites

Lark Landing

The Paramount

Avery 450

Warrington Apartments

SoMa Square

1030 Post Street Apartments

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FOUND Study Nob Hill - Student/Intern

500 Folsom
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1700 California Street

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1333 Gough Apartments at Cathedral Hill

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Nob Hill Tower

SF House

Modera Rincon Hill

Union-Hyde Apartments

1346 Pine

1515 Greenwich St

NorthPoint Vistas

1355 Post Street Apartments
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Pine Grove Apartments

MARK HOPKINS

949 Post St - Age 55+

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1 Daniel Burnham Court, Unit 407

399 Fremont St

899 Pine St

240 Lombard St

899 Pine St
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680 Mission St

399 Fremont St

399 Fremont St

1244 Mason St

39 Tehama St

899 Pine St

399 Fremont St
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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 | $3,299 | $950 | $5,450 |
| Downtown San Francisco 1 Bedroom Apartments | $4,806 | $898 | $9,581 |
| Downtown San Francisco 2 Bedroom Apartments | $6,222 | $2,600 | $9,370 |
| Downtown San Francisco 3 Bedroom Apartments | $9,937 | $1,550 | $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 1,655 Studio Apartments in Downtown San Francisco with rent ranges from $950 to $5,450 with an average price of $3,299.
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 $9,581 with an average monthly rent of $4,806.
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 $9,370. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $6,222.
Expert Rental Resources
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