
Cheap Homes for Rent in Mission District San Francisco, CA from $1,200 (8 Rentals)
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Mission District, San Francisco, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Mission District?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Mission District 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,931 | $4,148 | $6,295 |
Mission District 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $9,032 | $4,300 | $10,000+ |
Mission District 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $7,368 | $1,260 | $10,000+ |
Mission District 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $12,175 | $9,350 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 8 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Mission District Neighborhood of San Francisco, CA.
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Cheapest Available Mission District Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Mission District area of San Francisco, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Mission Street priced from $2,295. 1863 Mission St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,595. Here are the most affordable Mission District apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Mission Street | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,295 |
1863 Mission St | 1Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,595 |
Vara | 1d | 1BR,1BA | $2,891 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mission District, CA
As of July 30, 2025 the best value apartment in the Mission District area is the $4.40 price per square foot 168 Lexington St Model at 168 Lexington St, Unit 168 in the in the Mission Dolores neighborhood starting from $5,695. The second greatest value Mission District apartment is the B5.1 Model at Alta Potrero starting at $5,852 with a $5.98 price per square foot in the Hunters Point neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Mission District apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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168 Lexington St, Unit 168 | 168 Lexington St | 4BR,1.5BA | $4.40 |
Alta Potrero | B5.1 | 2BR,2BA | $5.98 |
3440 20th Street | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $4.49 |
One Henry Adams | 1 Bedroom H | 1BR,1BA | $5.67 |
3201 23rd Street | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $5.08 |
855 Brannan | 1B - Curved with Balcony | 1BR,1BA | $6.05 |
Vara | 1a | 1BR,1BA | $4.82 |
HQ | One Bedroom A1B | 1BR,1BA | $5.31 |
Potrero 1010 | Junior 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $6.22 |
1863 Mission St | 1Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $4.90 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Mission District
What type of rentals are currently available in Mission District?
There are currently 1914 Apartments for Rent in Mission District, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,335 to $10,050. There are also 47 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Mission District ranging from $1,260 to $28,900.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Mission District?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Mission District ranges from $1,260 to $28,900 with an average monthly rent of $6,672.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Mission District?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Mission District range from $4,971 to $9,100, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $4,300 to $28,900. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,260 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $5,695.
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