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20 Sargent St

1449 Powell St

2546 26th Ave

510 Hanover St
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1219 16th St, Unit Studio

187 Ralston St

12 Montebello Dr

685 Sierra Point Rd

101 Del Prado Dr

610 Oak St

1236 Utah St

2230 Quintara St
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732 16th Ave, Unit Master bedroom

Room in Shared 4 bed/1.5 bath home

112 Columbus Ave

Room in Shared 4 bed/1.5 bath home

218 Cerro Dr

412 Hayes St

Room in Shared 5 bed/3.5 bath home

Room in Shared 5 bed/3.5 bath home
The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro
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274 Tocoloma Ave

319 Ivy St

257 St Francis Blvd

409 Dellbrook Ave

105 Mabuhay Way

588 Minna St

218 Cerro Dr

850 Dartmouth St

1215 29th Ave

126 Linda Vista Dr
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5 Admiral Dr
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How much does it cost to rent a home in San Francisco?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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San Francisco 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,884 | $2,300 | $10,000+ |
San Francisco 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $7,480 | $1,100 | $10,000+ |
San Francisco 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $9,857 | $1,280 | $10,000+ |
San Francisco 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $9,776 | $1,380 | $10,000+ |
San Francisco 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $15,548 | $9,250 | $10,000+ |
San Francisco 7 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,200 | $1,200 | $1,200 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in San Francisco, CA
Pricing Updated: 09/12/2025Current apartment rentals in the San Francisco, CA area range in price from $550 to $26,000 with an overall median price of $5,411. The three San Francisco neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Lynn at $1,800, Fitchburg at $1,550, and Sign Hill at $1,995. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for San Francisco Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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Lynn | $1,800 | $1,800 | 1 |
Fitchburg | $1,850 | $1,550 | 2 |
Sign Hill | $1,995 | $1,995 | 1 |
Devon Square | $2,048 | $1,401 | 15 |
Castlemont | $2,100 | $1,495 | 2 |
Webster | $2,100 | $2,100 | 2 |
Woodland | $2,100 | $1,800 | 2 |
Jefferson | $2,175 | $1,750 | 3 |
Broadmoor District | $2,175 | $1,850 | 1 |
North & East | $2,185 | $1,395 | 1 |
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. 1075 Sutter St in the South Of Market neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,000. Here is today’s list of the most affordable San Francisco apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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FOUND Study San Francisco | Double | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
1075 Sutter St | Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,000 |
Geary Courtyard | 0x1 | Studio,1BA | $1,121 |
SF House | Small Room | Studio,1BA | $1,350 |
798 Post | Efficiency Studio 1 Bath Apartment | Studio,1BA | $1,495 |
19 Cottage Avenue | Private Room with Private Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,500 |
925 Geary Street | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,545 |
Hyde Park Apartments LLC. | Studio / 1 Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $1,545 |
949 Post St - Age 55+ | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,545 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in San Francisco, CA
As of September 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the San Francisco area is the $2.14 price per square foot 125 Chestnut Ave Model at 125 Chestnut Ave, Unit Unit- in the in the Pacific Heights neighborhood starting from $6,000. The second greatest value San Francisco apartment is the 746 Spruce St Model at 746 Spruce St, Unit 3 starting at $4,850 with a $2.72 price per square foot in the Lone Mountain neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for San Francisco apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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125 Chestnut Ave, Unit Unit- | 125 Chestnut Ave | 4BR,2.5BA | $2.14 |
746 Spruce St, Unit 3 | 746 Spruce St | 3BR,2BA | $2.72 |
4300 Horton St, Unit 9 | 4300 Horton St | 2BR,2BA | $2.46 |
5th Street Lofts | Loft C | Studio ,1BA | $2.03 |
Highpoint Terrace | APPLY NOW FOR FUTURE AVAILABILITY! - Spacious a... | 2BR,2BA | $2.78 |
The Blue Cap Lofts | 1bed 2bath | 1BR,2BA | $2.08 |
1075 Sutter St | Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
548 26th Ave, Unit 3C | 548 26th Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.21 |
2120 Pacific Ave | No Current Availability | Studio ,1BA | $2.65 |
Geary Courtyard | 0x1 | Studio ,1BA | $2.44 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about San Francisco
What type of rentals are currently available in San Francisco?
There are currently 12365 Apartments for Rent in San Francisco, CA with pricing that ranges from $830 to $26,000. There are also 612 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in San Francisco ranging from $300 to $28,000.
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 $300 to $28,000 with an average monthly rent of $6,826.
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 $1,100 to $26,000, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,100 to $27,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,280 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $5,200.
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.

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.

The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters
Written by: Trey Huguley
The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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