
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Mission Bay Neighborhood of San Francisco, CA from $600 (55 Rentals)
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SF House

949 Post St - Age 55+

3491 20th St

810 Hyde St

Soma Residences
Mission Bay, San Francisco, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Mission Bay?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mission Bay Studio Apartments | $3,102 | $1,312 | $10,000+ |
| Mission Bay 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,901 | $1,795 | $10,000+ |
| Mission Bay 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,117 | $2,600 | $10,000+ |
| Mission Bay 3 Bedroom Apartments | $8,444 | $2,965 | $10,000+ |
| Mission Bay 4 Bedroom Apartments | $6,951 | $6,703 | $7,200 |
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There are currently 55 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Mission Bay Neighborhood of San Francisco, CA.
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Cheapest Available Mission Bay Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Mission Bay area of San Francisco, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at FOUND Study San Francisco priced from $700. Geary Courtyard has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,121. Here are the most affordable Mission Bay apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| FOUND Study San Francisco | Double | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
| Geary Courtyard | 0x1 | Studio,1BA | $1,121 |
| SF House | Urban Nest | Studio,1BA | $1,300 |
| 949 Post St - Age 55+ | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,545 |
| 650 Ellis | 1 Studio 1 Bath Apartment | Studio,1BA | $1,695 |
| 735 Taylor | 1 Efficiency 1 Bath Apartment | Studio,1BA | $1,695 |
| 925 Geary Street | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,745 |
| 516 Ellis | 1 Studio 1 Bath Apartment | Studio,1BA | $1,795 |
| 540 Leavenworth Street | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,845 |
| 1025 Post | 1 Studio 1 Bath Apartment | Studio,1BA | $1,965 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mission Bay, CA
As of November 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the Mission Bay area is the $3.58 price per square foot Alta Plaza A1C Model at Edgewater in the in the South Of Market neighborhood starting from $3,772. The second greatest value Mission Bay apartment is the 1 Bed, 1 Bath Model at Bennett Lofts starting at $2,787 with a $3.28 price per square foot in the South Of Market neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Mission Bay apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Edgewater | Alta Plaza A1C | 1BR,1BA | $3.58 |
| Bennett Lofts | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.28 |
| 798 Post | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $3.90 |
| The Cornelia Suites | Cornelia Suites 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $4.00 |
| 33 8th at Trinity Place | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $4.47 |
| Geary Courtyard | 0x1 | Studio ,1BA | $2.28 |
| 730 Leavenworth St | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $4.30 |
| 650 Ellis | 1 Studio 1 Bath Apartment | Studio ,1BA | $4.01 |
| 516 Ellis | 1 Studio 1 Bath Apartment | Studio ,1BA | $4.33 |
| FOUND Study San Francisco | Student Housing | Double | 1BR,1BA | $3.12 |
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
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Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed 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 filtering automatically for easy access to the parks, luxury housing options, pet-friendly features, family-friendliness, proximity to transit, walking, and biking. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!
Getting Around the Mission Bay Neighborhood in San Francisco, CA
Walk Score®
95 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
93 / 100
Biker's Paradise
Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike
Transit Score®
93 / 100
Rider’s Paradise
World-class public transportation
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
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- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Mission Bay Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Mission Bay?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Mission Bay is at Geary Courtyard listed at $1,121.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Mission Bay Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Mission Bay Apartment is $700 at FOUND Study San Francisco.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Mission Bay Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Mission Bay is starting from $2,400 at SF House.
What is the most affordable Mission Bay Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Mission Bay Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Gantry and starts from $5,861.
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