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676 GEARY Apartments

685 Geary

1408 California

1055 Mason

750 O'Farrell

Crosby Apartments

Geary-Taylor Apartments

OSM Trade Street

Low Apartments
Downtown San Francisco - One of the Best Affordable Neighborhoods in San Francisco
Named as one of the Best Affordable Neighborhoods to rent in San Francisco by our San Francisco, CA Local Expert Shannon Hilson. See how it ranks!

Marquette Apartments

O'Farrell Associates LLC.

709 Geary

346 Leavenworth

434 Leavenworth

666 O'Farrell

Sugar Hill Apartments

1571 Sacramento

449 O'Farrell

1200 Francisco
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925 Geary Street

Nob Hill Associates LLC.

610 Hyde St

333 Hyde

525 Leavenworth

730 Leavenworth St

535 Leavenworth

1140 Pine St

861 Post

1455 Filbert St
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Geary Manor

2440 Van Ness Ave

1301 Leavenworth

635 Ellis

835 Pine

2901 Van Ness Ave

1547 Clay

Polk / Jackson Apartments

The Dorel

1701 Vallejo St
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The Alhambra Apartments

Kitt Apartments

919 Sutter

1126 Bush

701 Taylor

516 Ellis

840 California

530 Stockton

861 Sutter

540 O'Farrell Street
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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 | $3,810 | $1,200 | $6,291 |
| Downtown San Francisco 1 Bedroom Apartments | $5,510 | $898 | $8,516 |
| Downtown San Francisco 2 Bedroom Apartments | $7,954 | $2,600 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown San Francisco 3 Bedroom Apartments | $14,101 | $8,395 | $10,000+ |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown San Francisco Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Downtown San Francisco?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Downtown San Francisco is under $2,501.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown San Francisco?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown San Francisco is 1030 Post Street Apartments which is listed at $1,795, while the average apartment in Downtown San Francisco costs $5,624.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown San Francisco?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 5 regular apartments in Downtown San Francisco that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
Expert Rental Resources
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.
Helpful Local Expert Guides

Where to Live Near San Francisco: A Guide to the Best Surrounding Cities for Renters
Written by: Shannon Hilson
San Francisco is absolutely the type of city that pulls a person in right away, and it’s not hard to see why.

Bay Living Like a Local: The Insider's Guide to Life and Renting in San Francisco, CA
Written by: Shannon Hilson
San Francisco is so much more than just postcard-perfect views of cable cars and the Golden Gate Bridge.

Where to Live, Where to Work: Your Guide to Top Neighborhoods to Rent Near San Francisco's 5 Best Employers
Written by: Shannon Hilson
Deciding to move to San Francisco for work is a huge deal. San Fran is exciting and just weird enough to let you know you’re in for an amazing adventure, right from day one.

Local Guide To the Best Student Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent Near Colleges in San Francisco
Written by: Shannon Hilson
Naturally, going away to college or university is super exciting in and of itself. It’s the prelude to the rest of your life, not to mention an unforgettable experience all its own.
Articles, How-To's, and Tips

Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals
Written by: Robin Stewart
The idea of affordable housing can be subjective. Every individual is in a different place financially and vocationally. What one may easily afford could be a struggle for someone else.

First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently
Written by: Robin Stewart
Hindsight is 20/20. Live and Learn. With age comes wisdom. We’re familiar with all those expressions, and all of them apply to lessons first-time renters learn.

Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It
Written by: Robin Stewart
Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.

Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention
Written by: Robin Stewart
There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.