Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Mission Bay China Basin Neighborhood of San Francisco, CA from $600 (22 Rentals)
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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 | $2,963 | $1,350 | $8,768 |
Mission Bay China Basin 1 Bedroom Apartments | $4,030 | $1,795 | $9,420 |
Mission Bay China Basin 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,527 | $2,700 | $10,000+ |
Mission Bay China Basin 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,899 | $2,965 | $10,000+ |
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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. 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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FOUND Study San Francisco | Double | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
229 Ellis | Small Room | Studio,1BA | $1,350 |
57 Taylor | Studio 1 Bath | Studio,1BA | $1,625 |
Soma Residences | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,779 |
LUMINA | 1x1 | 1BR,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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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The Quinn | 3x2 | 3BR,2BA | $4.45 |
6 Mint Plaza | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $4.42 |
Hanover Soma West | A7 | 1BR,1BA | $4.11 |
1288 Howard St, Unit 609 | 1288 Howard St | 2BR,2BA | $5.02 |
Bennett Lofts | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.47 |
MB360 | Iris | 1BR,1BA | $4.82 |
SoMa Square | 1 Bedroom J | 1BR,1BA | $4.50 |
33 8th at Trinity Place | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $4.65 |
Soma Residences | The Executive | 1BR,1BA | $4.79 |
1190 Mission at Trinity Place | Jr. 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $4.51 |
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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 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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