1000 3rd St
San FranciscoCA94158
Cheap Homes for Rent in the Mission Bay Neighborhood of San Francisco, CA from $2,000 (9 Rentals)
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631 O'Farrell St
San FranciscoCA94109
1075 Market St, Unit 203
1075 Market St
San FranciscoCA94103
1075 Market St
San FranciscoCA94103
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$3,110
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434 Minna St, Unit SI FL4-ID1435
434 Minna StSan Francisco, CA 94103
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$3,130
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500 Beale St, Unit SI FL2-ID151
500 Beale StSan Francisco, CA 94105
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$3,200
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434 Minna St, Unit SI FL5-ID1433
434 Minna StSan Francisco, CA 94103
99 Rausch St
San FranciscoCA94103
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$3,350
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2 Bayside Village Pl, Unit SI FL4-ID96
2 Bayside Village PlSan Francisco, CA 94107
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Mission Bay, San Francisco, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent a home in Mission Bay?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mission Bay 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $9,430 | $5,200 | $10,000+ |
| Mission Bay 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $12,115 | $6,410 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 9 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 Studio unit found at SF House priced from $1,300. The Cornelia Suites has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,650. Here are the most affordable Mission Bay apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| SF House | Urban Nest | Studio,1BA | $1,300 |
| The Cornelia Suites | Cornelia Small Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,650 |
| TL Residences | Studio, 1 full | Studio,1BA | $1,695 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mission Bay, CA
As of September 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the Mission Bay area is the $4.74 price per square foot 1 Bed, 1 Bath Model at Bennett Lofts in the in the South Of Market neighborhood starting from $4,407. The second greatest value Mission Bay apartment is the 245B Mississippi St Model at 245B Mississippi St, Unit 245B starting at $4,150 with a $4.61 price per square foot in the Hunters Point 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bennett Lofts | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $4.74 |
| 245B Mississippi St, Unit 245B | 245B Mississippi St | 1BR,1BA | $4.61 |
| Soma at 788 | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $5.96 |
| The Grid SOMA | A4 | 1BR,1BA | $5.89 |
| Soma Residences | One Bedroom with Loft | 1BR,1BA | $5.02 |
| 540 Leavenworth Street | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $5.30 |
| 798 Post | 1 Studio 1 Bath Apartment | Studio ,1BA | $6.22 |
| 735 O'Farrell | 1 Studio 1 Bath Apartment | Studio ,1BA | $6.27 |
| 925 Geary Street | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $5.76 |
| The Cornelia Suites | Cornelia Small Studio | Studio ,1BA | $6.00 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Mission Bay
What type of rentals are currently available in Mission Bay?
There are currently 1279 Apartments for Rent in Mission Bay, CA with pricing that ranges from $898 to $20,493. There are also 131 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Mission Bay ranging from $2,000 to $16,495.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Mission Bay?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Mission Bay ranges from $2,000 to $16,495 with an average monthly rent of $6,894.
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