
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.


Towers at Rincon

388 Beale

Spera

Solaire

333 Fremont

Tower 737 Condominium Rentals

Jasper

Geary Courtyard

SoMa Square
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The Gateway

Avery 450

The Paramount

500 Folsom

1333 Gough Apartments at Cathedral Hill

Nob Hill Tower

AVA Nob Hill
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Modera Rincon Hill

1346 Pine
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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 |
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Downtown San Francisco Studio Apartments | $2,939 | $675 | $6,392 |
Downtown San Francisco 1 Bedroom Apartments | $4,219 | $1,000 | $7,770 |
Downtown San Francisco 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,938 | $1,000 | $10,000+ |
Downtown San Francisco 3 Bedroom Apartments | $9,426 | $5,750 | $10,000+ |
Downtown San Francisco 4 Bedroom Apartments | $13,495 | $9,995 | $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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Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown San Francisco
How much are Studio apartments in Downtown San Francisco?
There are currently 1,667 Studio Apartments in Downtown San Francisco with rent ranges from $1,000 to $6,392 with an average price of $7,203.
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 $1,000 to $7,770 with an average monthly rent of $4,219.
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 $1,000 to $20,877. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $5,938.
How expensive are Downtown San Francisco Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 287 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Downtown San Francisco on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $5,750 to $26,000 - averaging $9,426 for the location.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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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