
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Hayes Valley Neighborhood of San Francisco, CA from $900 (180 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Hayes Valley area of San Francisco.


188 Octavia

Avalon Hayes Valley
Hayes Valley, San Francisco, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Hayes Valley?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hayes Valley Studio Apartments | $3,179 | $2,450 | $4,290 |
| Hayes Valley 1 Bedroom Apartments | $5,420 | $5,420 | $5,420 |
| Hayes Valley 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,898 | $3,900 | $5,628 |
| Hayes Valley 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,545 | $5,545 | $5,545 |
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There are currently 180 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Hayes Valley Neighborhood of San Francisco, CA.
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Cheapest Available Hayes Valley Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Hayes Valley area of San Francisco, CA is a Studio unit found at 188 Octavia priced from $2,450. Avalon Hayes Valley has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $3,420. Here are the most affordable Hayes Valley apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 188 Octavia | 0BD, 1BTH S1 | Studio,1BA | $2,450 |
| Avalon Hayes Valley | S2_481 | Studio,1BA | $3,420 |
| 1610 Golden Gate | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $3,795 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hayes Valley, CA
As of November 03, 2025 the best value apartment in the Hayes Valley area is the $4.87 price per square foot 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Apartment Model at 1610 Golden Gate in the in the Van Ness neighborhood starting from $3,795. The second greatest value Hayes Valley apartment is the 0BD, 1BTH S1 Model at 188 Octavia starting at $2,450 with a $6.68 price per square foot in the NOMA neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Hayes Valley apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1610 Golden Gate | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $4.87 |
| 188 Octavia | 0BD, 1BTH S1 | Studio ,1BA | $6.68 |
Getting Around the Hayes Valley Neighborhood in San Francisco, CA
Walk Score®
99 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
89 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
94 / 100
Rider’s Paradise
World-class public transportation
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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