Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Mission Bay China Basin Neighborhood of San Francisco, CA from $600 (22 Rentals)

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520 Geary
Studio Apartments

520 Geary

520-524 Geary StSan Francisco, CA 94102
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621 Taylor
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

621 Taylor

621 Taylor StSan Francisco, CA 94102
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720 Jones
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

720 Jones

720 Jones StSan Francisco, CA 94109

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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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57 Taylor
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

57 Taylor

39-57 Taylor StSan Francisco, CA 94102
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124 Mason
Studio Apartments

124 Mason

120-124 Mason StSan Francisco, CA 94102
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449 O'Farrell
Studio Apartments

449 O'Farrell

447-451 O'Farrell StSan Francisco, CA 94102
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686 Post
Studio Apartments

686 Post

686 Post StSan Francisco, CA 94109
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570 Jessie
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

570 Jessie

570 Jessie StSan Francisco, CA 94103
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Central Apartments
Studio Apartments

Central Apartments

574 3rd StSan Francisco, CA 94107
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605 Jones
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

605 Jones

605 Jones StSan Francisco, CA 94102
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STEVENSON LOFTS
1 Bedroom Apartments

STEVENSON LOFTS

529 Stevenson StSan Francisco, CA 94103
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OSM Trade Street
Studio Apartments

OSM Trade Street

225 Taylor StSan Francisco, CA 94102
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Mission Bay China Basin, San Francisco, CA Local Guide

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. 229 Ellis 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
FOUND Study San FranciscoDouble1BR,1BA$700
229 EllisSmall RoomStudio,1BA$1,350
57 TaylorStudio 1 BathStudio,1BA$1,625
Soma ResidencesStudioStudio,1BA$1,779
LUMINA1x11BR,1BA$1,900

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mission Bay China Basin, CA

As of June 20, 2025 the best value apartment in the Mission Bay China Basin area is the $4.45 price per square foot 3x2 Model at The Quinn in the in the South Of Market neighborhood starting from $5,050. The second greatest value Mission Bay China Basin apartment is the 2 Bed 2 Bath Model at 6 Mint Plaza starting at $4,395 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Quinn3x23BR,2BA$4.45
6 Mint Plaza2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$4.42
Hanover Soma WestA71BR,1BA$4.11
1288 Howard St, Unit 6091288 Howard St2BR,2BA$5.02
Bennett Lofts1 Bed, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$3.47
MB360Iris1BR,1BA$4.82
SoMa Square1 Bedroom J1BR,1BA$4.50
33 8th at Trinity Place1 Bed, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$4.65
Soma ResidencesThe Executive1BR,1BA$4.79
1190 Mission at Trinity PlaceJr. 1 Bed, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$4.51

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Mission Bay China Basin, San Francisco, CA

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Among neighborhoods in San Francisco, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

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Lifestyle Ratings

Our team of engineers and researchers works hard to bring you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, and customized analysis for Northeast Central San Francisco. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and easy access to the parks, pet-friendly features, family-friendliness, proximity to transit, walking, and biking. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

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 229 Ellis 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 $3,100 at LUMINA.

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