Cheap Homes for Rent in Mission Bay China Basin Neighborhood of San Francisco, CA from $2,400 (14 Rentals)

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960 Market St

San FranciscoCA94102

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1160 Mission St

San FranciscoCA94103
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451 Kansas St

San FranciscoCA94107

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1075 Market St

San FranciscoCA94103
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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
Jones Street Apartments LLC.1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1,895

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

As of May 30, 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 2x2B Model at Lantern Lofts starting at $4,300 with a $4.18 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
Lantern Lofts2x2B2BR,2BA$4.18
Soma at 788B12BR,2BA$4.78
1028 Howard2BrMOHCD802BR,1BA$3.02
MB360Halo1BR,1BA$4.34
Hanover Soma WestA51BR,1BA$4.57
923 Folsom1 Bedroom | 650 sf1BR,1BA$4.89
Soma ResidencesOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$4.67
Geary Courtyard0x1Studio ,1BA$3.96
1190 Mission at Trinity PlaceJr. 1 Bed, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$4.80

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Frequently Asked Questions about Mission Bay China Basin

What type of rentals are currently available in Mission Bay China Basin?

There are currently 618 Apartments for Rent in Mission Bay China Basin, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,350 to $17,944. There are also 62 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Mission Bay China Basin ranging from $2,400 to $20,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Mission Bay China Basin?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Mission Bay China Basin ranges from $2,400 to $20,000 with an average monthly rent of $6,064.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Mission Bay China Basin?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Mission Bay China Basin range from $2,345 to $12,149, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $4,100 to $20,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $9,500 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $5,250.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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