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Cheap Homes for Rent in Downtown San Francisco Neighborhood of San Francisco, CA from $800 (12 Rentals)
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1449 Powell St
San FranciscoCA94133
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29 Stone St
San FranciscoCA94108
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Room in Shared 5 bed/3.5 bath home
29 Stone St
San FranciscoCA94108
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29 Stone St
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631 O'Farrell St
San FranciscoCA94109
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Downtown San Francisco, San Francisco, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent a home in Downtown San Francisco?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown San Francisco 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $8,049 | $3,695 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown San Francisco 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $18,034 | $6,950 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown San Francisco 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $8,555 | $1,230 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown San Francisco 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $30,000 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Downtown San Francisco Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown San Francisco area of San Francisco, CA is a Studio unit found at Geary Courtyard priced from $1,121. 965 Geary Street has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,295. Here are the most affordable Downtown San Francisco apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Geary Courtyard | 0x1 | Studio,1BA | $1,121 |
| 965 Geary Street | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,295 |
| SF House | Urban Nest | Studio,1BA | $1,300 |
| 949 Post St - Age 55+ | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,545 |
| 650 Ellis | 1 Studio 1 Bath Apartment | Studio,1BA | $1,695 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown San Francisco, CA
As of November 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown San Francisco area is the $3.90 price per square foot 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment Model at 798 Post in the in the South Of Market neighborhood starting from $2,995. The second greatest value Downtown San Francisco apartment is the 1 Bed, 1 Bath Model at Trinity Towers Apartments starting at $2,475 with a $3.24 price per square foot in the South Of Market neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown San Francisco apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 798 Post | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $3.90 |
| Trinity Towers Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.24 |
| 965 Geary Street | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.79 |
| 634 Powell | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $4.45 |
| Pine Grove Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.99 |
| The Cornelia Suites | Cornelia Suites 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $4.00 |
| Geary Courtyard | 0x1 | Studio ,1BA | $2.28 |
| 730 Leavenworth St | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $4.30 |
| 650 Ellis | 1 Studio 1 Bath Apartment | Studio ,1BA | $4.01 |
| 516 Ellis | 1 Studio 1 Bath Apartment | Studio ,1BA | $4.33 |
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Best Local Schools in Downtown San Francisco, San Francisco, CA
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Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown San Francisco
What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown San Francisco?
There are currently 2612 Apartments for Rent in Downtown San Francisco, CA with pricing that ranges from $675 to $26,000. There are also 117 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown San Francisco ranging from $895 to $30,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Downtown San Francisco?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Downtown San Francisco ranges from $895 to $30,000 with an average monthly rent of $11,971.
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