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626 Natoma St

San FranciscoCA94103

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San Francisco's Best Affordable Neighborhoods

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699 Sylvan St

Daly CityCA94014
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San Francisco, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in San Francisco, CA

Pricing Updated: 06/12/2025

Current apartment rentals in the San Francisco, CA area range in price from $730 to $40,000 with an overall median price of $5,625. The three San Francisco neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Harrington at $1,600, Broadmoor at $1,874, and Cortez Stege at $2,000. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for San Francisco Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Harrington$1,750$1,6002
Broadmoor$2,000$1,8742
Cortez Stege$2,000$2,0001
The Anchorage at Marina Bay$2,000$1,9753
East Richmond$2,045$1,8503
Santa Fe Richmond$2,100$2,1001
Outer Sunset$2,200$1,3803
Broadmoor District$2,200$1,9003
Hillside$2,300$2,3001
Fitchburg$2,300$2,3001

Cheapest Available San Francisco Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in San Francisco, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at FOUND Study San Francisco in the South Of Market neighborhood priced from $700. Oasis Apartments in the South Of Market neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,095. Here is today’s list of the most affordable San Francisco apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
FOUND Study San FranciscoDouble1BR,1BA$700
Oasis ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,095
229 EllisSmall RoomStudio,1BA$1,350
1008 LarkinEfficiency StudioStudio,1BA$1,395
TL ResidencesStudioStudio,1BA$1,572
Jekyll Apartments LLC.Studio / 1 BathroomStudio,1BA$1,595
72 GoughStudio Shared BathStudio,1BA$1,595
Larkin Street ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,595
Sutter Street ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,599
The Cornelia SuitesCornelia Suites EfficiencyStudio,1BA$1,600

Best Value Apartments for Rent in San Francisco, CA

As of June 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the San Francisco area is the $3.09 price per square foot 1472 12th Ave Model at 1472 12th Ave, Unit 1472 in the in the Sunset District neighborhood starting from $4,950. The second greatest value San Francisco apartment is the 1301 Adeline St Model at 1301 Adeline St, Unit LWR starting at $3,595 with a $2.40 price per square foot in the West Oakland neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for San Francisco apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1472 12th Ave, Unit 14721472 12th Ave3BR,2BA$3.09
1301 Adeline St, Unit LWR1301 Adeline St4BR,4BA$2.40
17 Kiska Rd17 Kiska Rd3BR,2BA$2.81
Highpoint TerraceAPPLY NOW FOR FUTURE AVAILABILITY! - Spacious a...2BR,2BA$2.78
1622 center st, Unit 1622 #11622 center st3BR,2BA$2.35
The Blue Cap Lofts1bed 2bath1BR,2BA$2.08
5th Street LoftsLoft AStudio ,1BA$2.34
Lampwork LoftsLoft C2: 1Bed+Den1BR,1BA$2.86
2120 Pacific AveNo Current AvailabilityStudio ,1BA$2.65
Larkin Street ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$2.88

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San Francisco, CA Area Reviews

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Frequently Asked Questions about San Francisco

What type of rentals are currently available in San Francisco?

There are currently 12300 Apartments for Rent in San Francisco, CA with pricing that ranges from $730 to $30,000. There are also 629 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in San Francisco ranging from $1,000 to $37,995.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in San Francisco?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in San Francisco ranges from $1,000 to $37,995 with an average monthly rent of $9,506.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in San Francisco?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in San Francisco range from $2,600 to $12,053, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,575 to $20,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $4,500 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,150.

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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A San Francisco Local Expert’s Guide to the Top Budget-Friendly Bay Area Neighborhoods to Rent

Written by: Shannon Hilson

If you’re anything like me, the thought of San Francisco is synonymous with concepts like creativity, character, and quirky local style.

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.