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6 Doric Alley
6 Doric AlleySan Francisco, CA 94133
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$1,1501 Bedroom Apartments Available Sep 1
6 Doric Alley, Unit 6 Doric Alley
6 Doric AlleySan Francisco, CA 94133
1906 Mission St
San FranciscoCA94103
319 Ivy St
San FranciscoCA94102
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San FranciscoCA94103
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1030 Bush St
San FranciscoCA94109
418 Bryant St
San FranciscoCA94107
1958 Jefferson St
San FranciscoCA94123
631 O'Farrell St
San FranciscoCA94109
766 Harrison St
San FranciscoCA94107
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434 Minna St, Unit SI FL4-ID1435
434 Minna StSan Francisco, CA 94103
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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 | $8,576 | $5,450 | $10,000+ |
| Japantown 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $14,085 | $6,090 | $10,000+ |
| Japantown 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $20,750 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
| Japantown 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $23,500 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
| Japantown 7 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $40,000 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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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 Studio unit found at SF House priced from $1,300. 145 Leavenworth St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,695. Here are the most affordable Japantown apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| SF House | Urban Nest | Studio,1BA | $1,300 |
| 145 Leavenworth St | Studio, 1 full | Studio,1BA | $1,695 |
| TL Residences | Studio, 1 full | Studio,1BA | $1,695 |
| 1030 Post Street Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,695 |
| The Cornelia Suites | Cornelia Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,750 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Japantown, CA
As of August 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Japantown area is the $4.90 price per square foot 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom Model at NorthPoint Vistas in the in the Downtown San Francisco neighborhood starting from $4,700. The second greatest value Japantown apartment is the 1 Bed, 1 Bath Model at Bennett Lofts starting at $4,349 with a $4.68 price per square foot in the South Of Market 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| NorthPoint Vistas | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $4.90 |
| Bennett Lofts | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $4.68 |
| 635 Irving St, Unit Unit 3 | 635 Irving St | 1BR,1BA | $5.00 |
| 2120 Pacific Ave | No Current Availability | 1BR,1BA | $5.29 |
| 1101 Howard St | 2 Br / 1 Ba | 2BR,1BA | $2.34 |
| Mt. Sutro Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $4.61 |
| 540 Leavenworth Street | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $5.51 |
| 1030 Post Street Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.99 |
| The Cornelia Suites | Cornelia Studio | Studio ,1BA | $4.85 |
| 925 Geary Street | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $5.52 |
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Best Local Schools in Japantown, San Francisco, CA
Parks (Rosa) Elementary
San Francisco Unified School District
Public School - Grades K-5 (326)
6 out of 10
Marina Middle School
San Francisco Unified School District
Public School - Grades 6-8 (646)
7 out of 10
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Frequently Asked Questions about Japantown
What type of rentals are currently available in Japantown?
There are currently 7749 Apartments for Rent in Japantown, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,095 to $24,983. There are also 170 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Japantown ranging from $1,300 to $40,000.
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 $40,000 with an average monthly rent of $9,277.
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 $1,150 to $24,983, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $6,090 to $30,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $10,000 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $9,450.
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