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280 Fell Street Apartments
280 Fell StSan Francisco, CA 94102
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Hayes Valley Neighborhood of San Francisco, CA from $900 (294 Rentals)
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188 Octavia
188 Octavia StSan Francisco, CA 94102
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Hayes Valley, San Francisco, CA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Hayes Valley?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hayes Valley Studio Apartments | $3,218 | $2,450 | $4,995 |
| Hayes Valley 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,731 | $1,175 | $6,144 |
| Hayes Valley 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,423 | $3,900 | $4,800 |
| Hayes Valley 3 Bedroom Apartments | $7,500 | $7,500 | $7,500 |
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Cheapest Available Hayes Valley Apartments for Rent
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 188 Octavia | 0BD, 1BTH S1 | Studio,1BA | $2,450 |
| 280 Fell Street Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath Unit with Balcony | 1BR,1BA | $3,300 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hayes Valley, CA
As of December 20, 2025 the best value apartment in the Hayes Valley area is the $6.12 price per square foot B1_783 Model at Avalon Hayes Valley in the in the NOMA neighborhood starting from $4,710. The second greatest value Hayes Valley apartment is the 1 Bed 1 Bath Unit with Balcony Model at 280 Fell Street Apartments starting at $3,300 with a $4.41 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Avalon Hayes Valley | B1_783 | 2BR,1BA | $6.12 |
| 280 Fell Street Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath Unit with Balcony | 1BR,1BA | $4.41 |
| 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.
Expert Rental Resources
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