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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 | $8,360 | $4,150 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown San Francisco 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $14,436 | $4,750 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 8 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown San Francisco Neighborhood of San Francisco, CA.
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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 SF House priced from $1,300. 225 Ellis St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,400. Here are the most affordable Downtown San Francisco apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| SF House | Urban Nest | Studio,1BA | $1,300 |
| 225 Ellis St | Efficiency Studio | Studio, | $1,400 |
| 949 Post St - Age 55+ | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,545 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown San Francisco, CA
As of April 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown San Francisco area is the $3.07 price per square foot 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom Model at NorthPoint Vistas in the in the Downtown San Francisco neighborhood starting from $3,300. The second greatest value Downtown San Francisco apartment is the 1 Bed, 1 Bath Model at Trinity Towers Apartments starting at $2,944 with a $3.85 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| NorthPoint Vistas | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.07 |
| Trinity Towers Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.85 |
| Warrington Apartments | Efficiency | Studio ,1BA | $4.07 |
| 1030 Post Street Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.42 |
| Pine Grove Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $4.99 |
| Geary Courtyard | 0x1 | Studio ,1BA | $4.60 |
| Sutter Street Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.77 |
| Hyde Park Apartments LLC. | Large Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.96 |
| The Cornelia Suites | Cornelia Studio | Studio ,1BA | $4.85 |
| 949 Post St - Age 55+ | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $5.15 |
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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 2597 Apartments for Rent in Downtown San Francisco, CA with pricing that ranges from $898 to $18,769. There are also 95 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 $7,635.
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