Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Lower Nob Neighborhood of San Francisco, CA from $800 (60 Rentals)

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$1,595 - $1,795

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420 Ellis St

San FranciscoCA94102

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1600 Larkin St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

1600 Larkin St

1600 Larkin StSan Francisco, CA 94109
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947 Bush
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

947 Bush

947 Bush StSan Francisco, CA 94109
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513-519 Bush St
Studio Apartments

513-519 Bush St

513-519 Bush StSan Francisco, CA 94108
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Burnette Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Burnette Apartments

815 O'Farrell StSan Francisco, CA 94109
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520 Geary
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

520 Geary

520-524 Geary StSan Francisco, CA 94102
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McAlpin Building
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

McAlpin Building

427-439 Stockton StSan Francisco, CA 94108
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615 Leavenworth
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

615 Leavenworth

615 Leavenworth StSan Francisco, CA 94109
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675 OFarrell
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

675 OFarrell

675 O'Farrell StSan Francisco, CA 94109

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1750 Franklin St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1750 Franklin St

1750 Franklin StSan Francisco, CA 94109
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516 Ellis
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

516 Ellis

500-516 Ellis StSan Francisco, CA 94109
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930 Post
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

930 Post

930 Post StSan Francisco, CA 94109
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1051 Post
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1051 Post

1051 Post StSan Francisco, CA 94109
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621 Taylor
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

621 Taylor

621 Taylor StSan Francisco, CA 94102
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1020 Post
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

1020 Post

1020 Post StSan Francisco, CA 94109
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650 Ellis
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

650 Ellis

650 Ellis StSan Francisco, CA 94109
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839 Leavenworth
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

839 Leavenworth

839 Leavenworth StSan Francisco, CA 94109

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St. Stephen's Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

St. Stephen's Apartments

1105 Bush StSan Francisco, CA 94109
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1050 Post
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

1050 Post

1050 Post StSan Francisco, CA 94109
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980 Bush
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

980 Bush

980 Bush StSan Francisco, CA 94109
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720 Jones
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

720 Jones

720 Jones StSan Francisco, CA 94109
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725 Ellis
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

725 Ellis

725 Ellis StSan Francisco, CA 94109
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124 Mason
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

124 Mason

120-124 Mason StSan Francisco, CA 94102
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Jones Street Terrace
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Jones Street Terrace

729 Jones StSan Francisco, CA 94109
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Post Arms Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Post Arms Apartments

839 Post StSan Francisco, CA 94109
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691 O'Farrell
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

691 O'Farrell

683-691 Ofarrell StSan Francisco, CA 94109

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750 O'Farrell
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

750 O'Farrell

750 O'Farrell StSan Francisco, CA 94109
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1408 California
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

1408 California

1400-1408 California StSan Francisco, CA 94109
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626 Powell
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

626 Powell

626 Powell StSan Francisco, CA 94108
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676 GEARY Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

676 GEARY Apartments

672-682 Geary StSan Francisco, CA 94102
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1055 Mason
Studio Apartments

1055 Mason

1055 Mason StSan Francisco, CA 94108
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685 Geary
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

685 Geary

685 Geary StSan Francisco, CA 94102
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Crosby Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Crosby Apartments

940 Post StSan Francisco, CA 94109
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OSM Trade Street
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

OSM Trade Street

225 Taylor StSan Francisco, CA 94102
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1025 Post
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

1025 Post

1025 Post StSan Francisco, CA 94109

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Lower Nob, San Francisco, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Lower Nob Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Lower Nob area of San Francisco, CA is a Studio unit found at 731-753 & 743 Polk Street; 807 Ellis Street (1359rc) priced from $895. SF House has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,300. Here are the most affordable Lower Nob apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
731-753 & 743 Polk Street; 807 Ellis Street (1359rc)0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$895
SF HouseUrban NestStudio,1BA$1,300
516 Ellis1 Efficiency 1 Bath ApartmentStudio,1BA$1,495
949 Post St - Age 55+StudioStudio,1BA$1,545
The Cornelia SuitesCornelia Suites StudioStudio,1BA$1,550
839 LeavenworthStudio 1 Bath ApartmentStudio,1BA$1,645
650 Ellis1 Studio 1 Bath ApartmentStudio,1BA$1,645
Sutter Street ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,695
1030 Post Street Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,795
540 Leavenworth StreetStudioStudio,1BA$1,845

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lower Nob, CA

As of December 26, 2025 the best value apartment in the Lower Nob area is the $3.83 price per square foot 3 bedroom Model at Warrington Apartments in the in the South Of Market neighborhood starting from $4,600. The second greatest value Lower Nob apartment is the 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment Model at 1369 Hyde starting at $4,345 with a $3.95 price per square foot in the South Of Market neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Lower Nob apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Warrington Apartments3 bedroom3BR,2BA$3.83
1369 Hyde1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment1BR,1BA$3.95
1950 Franklin1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Apartment1BR,1BA$3.78
Pine Grove ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$3.99
839 LeavenworthStudio 1 Bath ApartmentStudio ,1BA$2.62
610 Leavenworth1 Studio 1 Bath ApartmentStudio ,1BA$4.00
1030 Post Street Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$3.42
Sutter Street ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$3.77
650 Ellis1 Studio 1 Bath ApartmentStudio ,1BA$3.89
731-753 & 743 Polk Street; 807 Ellis Street (1359rc)0BR/1.0BAStudio ,1BA$2.69

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Lower Nob, San Francisco, CA

Ranked #26

Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Lower Nob Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Lower Nob?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Lower Nob is at 731-753 & 743 Polk Street; 807 Ellis Street (1359rc) listed at $895.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Lower Nob Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Lower Nob Apartment is $1,795 at 1030 Post Street Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Lower Nob Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Lower Nob is starting from $2,400 at SF House.

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