
Top Rated Apartments for Rent in the Downtown San Francisco Neighborhood of San Francisco, CA (486 Rentals)
Apartments in the Downtown San Francisco area of San Francisco with the best features, newest construction, and richest amenities.


399 Fremont

Spera

Solaire

333 Fremont

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Jasper

Towers at Rincon

The Gateway

Geary Courtyard
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Avery 450

The Paramount

SoMa Square

500 Folsom

Nob Hill Tower

1333 Gough Apartments at Cathedral Hill

Modera Rincon Hill

1346 Pine

Sutter Street Apartments

801 Greenwich St
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La Galleria

1177 California St

1357 Washington St

Four Seasons

The Royal

1131-1177 Polk St

900 Van Ness Ave

Rockwell

1450 Franklin St

1625 Pacific Ave
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1645 Pacific Ave

Millennium Tower

Pacific Place

Rincon Hill

488 Folsom St

The Lansing

425 1st St

One Steuart Lane

The Infinity

60-62 GRENARD Apartments
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Fontana East Apartment

735-767 Mason St

Troy Apartments

969 Pine St

985 Pine St

723 Taylor St

Hawthorne Apartments

762-772 Pine St

Pine Terrace

Sheridan Arms Apartments
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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!
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 | $3,006 | $830 | $5,000 |
| Downtown San Francisco 1 Bedroom Apartments | $4,454 | $1,500 | $9,859 |
| Downtown San Francisco 2 Bedroom Apartments | $6,036 | $2,600 | $9,313 |
| Downtown San Francisco 3 Bedroom Apartments | $8,243 | $6,000 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown San Francisco 4 Bedroom Apartments | $9,986 | $9,761 | $10,000+ |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown San Francisco, San Francisco, CA
Ranked #17
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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Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown San Francisco
How much are Studio apartments in Downtown San Francisco?
There are currently 1,658 Studio Apartments in Downtown San Francisco with rent ranges from $1,300 to $5,000 with an average price of $6,345.
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 $1,500 to $9,859 with an average monthly rent of $4,454.
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 $9,313. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $6,036.
How expensive are Downtown San Francisco Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 291 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Downtown San Francisco on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $6,000 to $15,656 - averaging $8,243 for the location.
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Helpful Local Expert Guides

A San Francisco Local Expert’s Guide to the Top Budget-Friendly Bay Area Neighborhoods to Rent
Written by: Shannon Hilson
If you’re anything like me, the thought of San Francisco is synonymous with concepts like creativity, character, and quirky local style.

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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.

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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.
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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Everything is a negotiation in real estate!