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SF House
229 Ellis StSan Francisco, CA 94102
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Mission Bay China Basin Neighborhood of San Francisco, CA from $600 (21 Rentals)
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Yerba Buena Commons
88 Perry StSan Francisco, CA 94107
601 Alabama St
San FranciscoCA94110
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Soma Residences
1045 Mission StSan Francisco, CA 94103
428 Ellis St
San FranciscoCA94102
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77 Bluxome
77 Bluxome StSan Francisco, CA 94107
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Steamboat Point Apartments
800 The EmbarcaderoSan Francisco, CA 94107
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520 Geary
520-524 Geary StSan Francisco, CA 94102
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621 Taylor
621 Taylor StSan Francisco, CA 94102
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Crescent Cove Apartments
420 Berry StSan Francisco, CA 94158
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57 Taylor
39-57 Taylor StSan Francisco, CA 94102
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124 Mason
120-124 Mason StSan Francisco, CA 94102
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720 Jones
720 Jones StSan Francisco, CA 94109
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Jones Street Terrace
729 Jones StSan Francisco, CA 94109
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1028 Howard
1028 Howard StSan Francisco, CA 94103
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Geary-Taylor Apartments
500-516 Geary StSan Francisco, CA 94102
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OSM Trade Street
225 Taylor StSan Francisco, CA 94102
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449 O'Farrell
447-451 O'Farrell StSan Francisco, CA 94102
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570 Jessie
570 Jessie StSan Francisco, CA 94103
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Central Apartments
574 3rd StSan Francisco, CA 94107
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STEVENSON LOFTS
529 Stevenson StSan Francisco, CA 94103
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Mission Bay China Basin, San Francisco, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Mission Bay China Basin?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mission Bay China Basin Studio Apartments | $3,525 | $1,312 | $10,000+ |
| Mission Bay China Basin 1 Bedroom Apartments | $4,335 | $1,700 | $10,000+ |
| Mission Bay China Basin 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,560 | $2,600 | $10,000+ |
| Mission Bay China Basin 3 Bedroom Apartments | $7,281 | $2,971 | $10,000+ |
| Mission Bay China Basin 4 Bedroom Apartments | $9,663 | $9,663 | $9,663 |
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Cheapest Available Mission Bay China Basin Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Mission Bay China Basin area of San Francisco, CA is a Studio unit found at SF House priced from $1,300. OSM Trade Street has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,845. Here are the most affordable Mission Bay China Basin apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| SF House | Urban Nest | Studio,1BA | $1,300 |
| OSM Trade Street | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,845 |
| 50 Jones | The Willow | Studio,1BA | $2,273 |
| Geary Courtyard | 0x1 | Studio,1BA | $2,273 |
| Soma Residences | Studio with Loft | Studio,1BA | $2,386 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mission Bay China Basin, CA
As of February 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Mission Bay China Basin area is the $3.66 price per square foot Orbit Model at MB360 in the in the South Of Market neighborhood starting from $4,869. The second greatest value Mission Bay China Basin apartment is the Two Bedroom B1I Model at HQ starting at $3,901 with a $4.51 price per square foot in the South Of Market neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Mission Bay China Basin apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| MB360 | Orbit | 1BR,2BA | $3.66 |
| HQ | Two Bedroom B1I | 2BR,1BA | $4.51 |
| Soma at 788 | A4 | 1BR,1BA | $4.83 |
| L Seven | A10 | 1BR,1BA | $5.06 |
| SoMa Square | 1 Bedroom L | 1BR,1BA | $5.09 |
| Bennett Lofts | Plan SA | Studio ,1BA | $4.42 |
| The Lofts at One Powell | H2 0X1 | Studio ,1BA | $4.60 |
| Soma Residences | The Executive | 1BR,1BA | $4.92 |
| Geary Courtyard | 0x1 | Studio ,1BA | $4.26 |
| 2010 19th St, Unit Studio A | 2010 19th St | Studio ,1BA | $4.89 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Mission Bay China Basin Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Mission Bay China Basin?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Mission Bay China Basin is under $2,867.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Mission Bay China Basin?
The cheapest apartment in Mission Bay China Basin is 50 Jones which is listed at $2,595, while the average apartment in Mission Bay China Basin costs $9,663.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Mission Bay China Basin?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 1 regular apartments in Mission Bay China Basin that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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