Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Mission Bay China Basin Neighborhood of San Francisco, CA from $600 (21 Rentals)
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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 |
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Mission Bay China Basin Studio Apartments | $3,348 | $1,325 | $9,232 |
Mission Bay China Basin 1 Bedroom Apartments | $4,158 | $1,795 | $9,515 |
Mission Bay China Basin 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,702 | $2,600 | $10,000+ |
Mission Bay China Basin 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,749 | $2,965 | $10,000+ |
Mission Bay China Basin 4 Bedroom Apartments | $6,570 | $6,570 | $6,570 |
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There are currently 21 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Mission Bay China Basin Neighborhood of San Francisco, CA.
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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 1 Bed unit found at FOUND Study San Francisco priced from $700. SF House has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,350. Here are the most affordable Mission Bay China Basin apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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FOUND Study San Francisco | Double | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
SF House | Small Room | Studio,1BA | $1,350 |
132 6th Street | Studio 1 Bath Apartment | Studio,1BA | $1,695 |
OSM Trade Street | 0x1 | Studio,1BA | $1,845 |
605 Jones | 1 Studio 1 Bath Apartment | Studio,1BA | $2,025 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mission Bay China Basin, CA
As of September 01, 2025 the best value apartment in the Mission Bay China Basin area is the $4.75 price per square foot Dolores A1.5A Loft Model at Edgewater in the in the South Of Market neighborhood starting from $3,730. The second greatest value Mission Bay China Basin apartment is the 1 Bed, 1 Bath Model at 33 8th at Trinity Place starting at $2,865 with a $4.42 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. |
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Edgewater | Dolores A1.5A Loft | 1BR,1.5BA | $4.75 |
33 8th at Trinity Place | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $4.42 |
South Beach Marina Apartments | B | 1BR,1BA | $4.58 |
The Lofts at One Powell | H2 0X1 | Studio ,1BA | $4.60 |
Bennett Lofts | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $4.92 |
Soma Residences | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $4.12 |
1190 Mission at Trinity Place | Jr. 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $4.93 |
OSM Trade Street | 0x1 | Studio ,1BA | $4.61 |
Yerba Buena Commons | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $4.25 |
FOUND Study San Francisco | Student Housing | Double | 1BR,1BA | $3.12 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Mission Bay China Basin Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Mission Bay China Basin?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Mission Bay China Basin is at SF House listed at $1,350.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Mission Bay China Basin Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Mission Bay China Basin Apartment is $700 at FOUND Study San Francisco.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Mission Bay China Basin Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Mission Bay China Basin is starting from $2,795 at Jones Street Apartments LLC..
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