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615 Leavenworth
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

615 Leavenworth

615 Leavenworth StSan Francisco, CA 94109
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1051 Post
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1051 Post

1051 Post StSan Francisco, CA 94109
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980 Bush
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

980 Bush

980 Bush StSan Francisco, CA 94109
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930 Post
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

930 Post

930 Post StSan Francisco, CA 94109
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1750 Franklin St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1750 Franklin St

1750 Franklin StSan Francisco, CA 94109
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675 OFarrell
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

675 OFarrell

675 O'Farrell StSan Francisco, CA 94109
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621 Taylor
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

621 Taylor

621 Taylor StSan Francisco, CA 94102
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1020 Post
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

1020 Post

1020 Post StSan Francisco, CA 94109

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725 Ellis
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

725 Ellis

725 Ellis StSan Francisco, CA 94109
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St. Stephen's Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

St. Stephen's Apartments

1105 Bush StSan Francisco, CA 94109
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720 Jones
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

720 Jones

720 Jones StSan Francisco, CA 94109
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1050 Post
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

1050 Post

1050 Post StSan Francisco, CA 94109
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124 Mason
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

124 Mason

120-124 Mason StSan Francisco, CA 94102
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Jones Street Terrace
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Jones Street Terrace

729 Jones StSan Francisco, CA 94109
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Post Arms Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Post Arms Apartments

839 Post StSan Francisco, CA 94109
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650 Ellis
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

650 Ellis

650 Ellis StSan Francisco, CA 94109

Bay Living Like a Local: The Insider's Guide to Life and Renting in San Francisco, CA

Unlock the personality of Renting and Living in the City by the Bay. Learn where to eat the best tacos, find hidden views, and embrace the charming contradictions of San Francisco life.

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750 O'Farrell
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

750 O'Farrell

750 O'Farrell StSan Francisco, CA 94109
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676 GEARY Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

676 GEARY Apartments

672-682 Geary StSan Francisco, CA 94102
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1055 Mason
Studio Apartments

1055 Mason

1055 Mason StSan Francisco, CA 94108
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1408 California
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

1408 California

1400-1408 California StSan Francisco, CA 94109
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685 Geary
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

685 Geary

685 Geary StSan Francisco, CA 94102
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626 Powell
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

626 Powell

626 Powell StSan Francisco, CA 94108
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691 O'Farrell
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

691 O'Farrell

683-691 Ofarrell StSan Francisco, CA 94109
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Crosby Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Crosby Apartments

940 Post StSan Francisco, CA 94109
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OSM Trade Street
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

OSM Trade Street

225 Taylor StSan Francisco, CA 94102

Where to Live, Where to Work: Your Guide to Top Neighborhoods to Rent Near San Francisco's 5 Best Employers

Maximize your work-life balance in San Francisco. Discover the ideal neighborhoods for renting, from SoMa to Nob Hill, for employees of the city's 5 leading companies.

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Low Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Low Apartments

1060 Powell StSan Francisco, CA 94108
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O'Farrell Associates LLC.
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

O'Farrell Associates LLC.

851 O'Farrell StSan Francisco, CA 94109
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666 O'Farrell
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

666 O'Farrell

666 O'Farrell StSan Francisco, CA 94109
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449 O'Farrell
Studio Apartments

449 O'Farrell

447-451 O'Farrell StSan Francisco, CA 94102
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Sugar Hill Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Sugar Hill Apartments

1618-1632 Mason StSan Francisco, CA 94133
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1571 Sacramento
1 Bedroom Apartments

1571 Sacramento

1571 Sacramento StSan Francisco, CA 94109
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709 Geary
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

709 Geary

709 Geary StSan Francisco, CA 94109
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346 Leavenworth
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

346 Leavenworth

346 Leavenworth StSan Francisco, CA 94102
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434 Leavenworth
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

434 Leavenworth

434 Leavenworth StSan Francisco, CA 94102

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Touring a rental? This guide helps you know exactly what to look for, from safety features to hidden flaws, so you can confidently sign your lease or keep searching.

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1200 Francisco
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1200 Francisco

1200 Francisco StSan Francisco, CA 94123
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610 Hyde St
Studio Apartments

610 Hyde St

798 Geary StSan Francisco, CA 94109
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730 Leavenworth St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

730 Leavenworth St

730 Leavenworth StSan Francisco, CA 94109
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333 Hyde
Studio Apartments

333 Hyde

333-335 Hyde StSan Francisco, CA 94109
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1140 Pine St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1140 Pine St

1140 Pine StSan Francisco, CA 94109
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525 Leavenworth
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

525 Leavenworth

525 Leavenworth StSan Francisco, CA 94109
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861 Post
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

861 Post

861 Post StSan Francisco, CA 94109
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535 Leavenworth
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

535 Leavenworth

535 Leavenworth StSan Francisco, CA 94109
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Geary Manor
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Geary Manor

760-768 Geary StSan Francisco, CA 94109
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Smart Renter's Guide: Calculating Affordable Rent & Housing Costs

Wondering how to determine your rental budget? This comprehensive guide covers everything from the 30% rule to hidden fees and effective budgeting strategies.

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 $3,595.

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 $21,872.

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 3 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.

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Local Guide To the Best Student Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent Near Colleges in San Francisco

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Where to Live, Where to Work: Your Guide to Top Neighborhoods to Rent Near San Francisco's 5 Best Employers

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Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention

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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.

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Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

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For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.