610 Oak St
San FranciscoCA94117
Cheap Homes for Rent in Japantown Neighborhood of San Francisco, CA from $1,300 (18 Rentals)
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412 Hayes St
San FranciscoCA94102
112 Columbus Ave
San FranciscoCA94133
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29 Stone St
San FranciscoCA94108
Private bedroom in 5 bed/3.5 bath Home
29 Stone St
San FranciscoCA94108
1449 Powell St
San FranciscoCA94133
626 Pine St
San FranciscoCA94108
631 O'Farrell St
San FranciscoCA94109
570 O'Farrell St
San FranciscoCA94102
750 Van Ness Ave
San FranciscoCA94102
454 Clementina St
San FranciscoCA94103
653 Minna St
San FranciscoCA94103
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2426 Mission St
San FranciscoCA94110
630 Carolina St
San FranciscoCA94107
25 Sharon St
San FranciscoCA94114
960 Market St
San FranciscoCA94102
388 Fulton St
San FranciscoCA94102
300 3rd St, Unit # 309
300 3rd St
San FranciscoCA94107
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Japantown, San Francisco, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent a home in Japantown?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Japantown 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,078 | $3,350 | $10,000+ |
| Japantown 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $8,526 | $4,100 | $10,000+ |
| Japantown 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $12,713 | $5,300 | $10,000+ |
| Japantown 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $21,098 | $7,400 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 18 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Japantown Neighborhood of San Francisco, CA.
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Cheapest Available Japantown Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Japantown area of San Francisco, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at FOUND Study San Francisco priced from $700. Oasis Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,095. Here are the most affordable Japantown apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| FOUND Study San Francisco | Double | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
| Oasis Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,095 |
| 229 Ellis | Small Room | Studio,1BA | $1,350 |
| 1008 Larkin | Efficiency Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,395 |
| Hyde Park Apartments LLC. | Studio / 1 Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $1,445 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Japantown, CA
As of May 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the Japantown area is the $2.63 price per square foot Apartment Model at 1740 Washington St in the in the NOMA neighborhood starting from $2,895. The second greatest value Japantown apartment is the 2037A Powell St Model at 2037A Powell St, Unit 2037A starting at $3,600 with a $3.71 price per square foot in the Downtown San Francisco neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Japantown apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1740 Washington St | Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $2.63 |
| 2037A Powell St, Unit 2037A | 2037A Powell St | 2BR,1BA | $3.71 |
| 2120 Pacific Ave | No Current Availability | Studio ,1BA | $2.65 |
| 1028 Howard | 2BrMOHCD80 | 2BR,1BA | $3.02 |
| Pine Grove Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.99 |
| 1501 Apartments | One Bed | 1BR,1BA | $3.50 |
| Larkin Street Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.88 |
| 1030 Post Street Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.42 |
| Geary Courtyard | 0x1 | Studio ,1BA | $3.96 |
| Sutter Street Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.55 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Japantown
What type of rentals are currently available in Japantown?
There are currently 7707 Apartments for Rent in Japantown, CA with pricing that ranges from $875 to $19,500. There are also 168 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Japantown ranging from $1,300 to $37,995.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Japantown?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Japantown ranges from $1,300 to $37,995 with an average monthly rent of $9,235.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Japantown?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Japantown range from $2,345 to $11,805, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $4,100 to $20,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $5,300 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $5,250.
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