
Studio Apartments for Rent in the Downtown San Francisco Neighborhood of San Francisco, CA (1,669 Rentals)


388 Beale

Towers at Rincon

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Solaire

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The Gateway

The Cornelia Suites

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Geary Courtyard

Lark Landing

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666 Jackson St

668 Clay St

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Four Seasons

735 Geary 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 | $3,096 | $830 | $5,057 |
| Downtown San Francisco 1 Bedroom Apartments | $4,577 | $898 | $9,535 |
| Downtown San Francisco 2 Bedroom Apartments | $6,068 | $1,084 | $9,640 |
| Downtown San Francisco 3 Bedroom Apartments | $8,018 | $1,252 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown San Francisco 4 Bedroom Apartments | $9,986 | $9,761 | $10,000+ |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 1669 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown San Francisco Neighborhood of San Francisco, CA.
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Largest Available Downtown San Francisco Studio Apartments
The largest available Studio apartment unit in the Downtown San Francisco area of San Francisco, CA is found at Solaire and is listed at 580 square feet priced from $4,533. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Solaire | A9 | 580 Sq Ft | $4,533 |
| The Gateway | Studio A | 512 Sq Ft | $3,289 |
| 399 Fremont | E1D | 503 Sq Ft | $3,789 |
| Pine Grove Apartments | Studio | 500 Sq Ft | $1,850 |
| 22 Vandewater | Studio 1 Bathroom Apartment | 455 Sq Ft | $3,495 |
| Sutter Street Apartments | Studio | 450 Sq Ft | $1,695 |
| Lark Landing | Studio | 400 Sq Ft | $860 |
Cheapest Available Downtown San Francisco Studio Apartments
Currently the lowest priced Studio apartment unit Downtown San Francisco of San Francisco, CA is the Studio Model starting from $860 at Lark Landing. The average price for all Studio apartments in Downtown San Francisco is currently $3,096. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Lark Landing | Studio | $860 |
| SF House | Urban Nest | $1,300 |
| 516 Ellis | 1 Efficiency 1 Bath Apartment | $1,495 |
| 949 Post St - Age 55+ | Studio | $1,545 |
| The Cornelia Suites | Cornelia Suites Studio | $1,550 |
| 839 Leavenworth | Studio 1 Bath Apartment | $1,595 |
| 540 Leavenworth Street | Studio | $1,675 |
| Sutter Street Apartments | Studio | $1,695 |
| 816 Geary | 1 Studio 1 Bath Apartment | $1,745 |
| Pine Grove Apartments | Studio | $1,850 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown San Francisco, San Francisco, CA
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
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Frequently Asked Questions about Studio Downtown San Francisco Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Downtown San Francisco with Studio?
Currently the most affordable Studio in Downtown San Francisco is at Lark Landing listed at $860.
How much is the average rent for a Studio Downtown San Francisco Apartment?
The average rent for a Studio Apartment in Downtown San Francisco is $3,096.
What is the largest available Studio Downtown San Francisco Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Downtown San Francisco is a 580 square feet unit starting from $4,533 at Solaire.
What is the average size for Downtown San Francisco Studio Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Studio rental in Downtown San Francisco is currently 471 sq ft.
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