631 O'Farrell St
San FranciscoCA94109
Cheap Homes for Rent in the Mission Bay Neighborhood of San Francisco, CA from $2,600 (12 Rentals)
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1075 Market St, Unit #207
1075 Market St
San FranciscoCA94103
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$2,980
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434 Minna St, Unit SI FL4-ID1435
434 Minna StSan Francisco, CA 94103
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434 Minna St, Unit SI FL5-ID1433
434 Minna StSan Francisco, CA 94103
1145 Pine St
San FranciscoCA94109
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500 Beale St, Unit SI FL2-ID151
500 Beale StSan Francisco, CA 94105
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2 Bayside Village Pl, Unit SI FL4-ID96
2 Bayside Village PlSan Francisco, CA 94107
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501 Delancey St, Unit SI FL2-ID182
501 Delancey StSan Francisco, CA 94107
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1075 Market St, Unit SI FL3-ID461
1075 Market StSan Francisco, CA 94103
1515 15th St, Unit #3##
1515 15th St
San FranciscoCA94103
901 Bush St
San FranciscoCA94109
1018 Minna St
San FranciscoCA94103
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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 | $9,697 | $5,900 | $10,000+ |
| Mission Bay 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $14,628 | $6,580 | $10,000+ |
| Mission Bay 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $9,250 | $9,250 | $9,250 |
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There are currently 12 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. 949 Post St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,545. 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 |
| 949 Post St | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,545 |
| Yerba Buena Commons | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,567 |
| 145 Leavenworth St | Studio, 1 full | Studio,1BA | $1,695 |
| TL Residences | Studio, 1 full | Studio,1BA | $1,695 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mission Bay, CA
As of July 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the Mission Bay area is the $4.91 price per square foot 1 Bed, 1 Bath Model at Bennett Lofts in the in the South Of Market neighborhood starting from $4,567. The second greatest value Mission Bay apartment is the 2 Br / 1 Ba Model at 1101 Howard St starting at $1,968 with a $2.34 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bennett Lofts | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $4.91 |
| 1101 Howard St | 2 Br / 1 Ba | 2BR,1BA | $2.34 |
| Argenta | Plan 9 | 1BR,1BA | $6.06 |
| The Grid SOMA | A2L | 1BR,1BA | $4.95 |
| Geary Courtyard | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $6.14 |
| Soma Residences | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $5.54 |
| 650 Ellis | 1 Studio 1 Bath Apartment | Studio ,1BA | $5.19 |
| 925 Geary Street | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $5.97 |
| Yerba Buena Commons | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $5.02 |
| 949 Post St | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $5.15 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Mission Bay
What type of rentals are currently available in Mission Bay?
There are currently 1275 Apartments for Rent in Mission Bay, CA with pricing that ranges from $898 to $20,620. There are also 133 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Mission Bay ranging from $2,600 to $30,000.
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 $2,600 to $30,000 with an average monthly rent of $8,432.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Mission Bay?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Mission Bay range from $2,174 to $10,680, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $6,580 to $30,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $9,250 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $4,384.
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