
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Mission Dolores Neighborhood of San Francisco, CA from $900 (12 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Mission Dolores area of San Francisco.


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Mission Dolores, San Francisco, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Mission Dolores?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mission Dolores Studio Apartments | $3,119 | $2,430 | $5,461 |
| Mission Dolores 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,988 | $2,079 | $5,940 |
| Mission Dolores 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,213 | $3,775 | $8,075 |
| Mission Dolores 3 Bedroom Apartments | $9,828 | $5,859 | $10,000+ |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 12 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Mission Dolores Neighborhood of San Francisco, CA.
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Cheapest Available Mission Dolores Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Mission Dolores area of San Francisco, CA is a Studio unit found at 240 Dolores Street Apartments priced from $2,499. 50 Laguna has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,795. Here are the most affordable Mission Dolores apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 240 Dolores Street Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,499 |
| 50 Laguna | 1 Studio 1 Bath Apartment | Studio,1BA | $2,795 |
| The Brady | S1.0 | Studio,1BA | $2,804 |
| 1863 Mission St | 1Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3,080 |
| 140 Duboce | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $3,195 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mission Dolores, CA
As of November 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the Mission Dolores area is the $5.36 price per square foot B7_1053 Model at Avalon Hayes Valley in the in the NOMA neighborhood starting from $5,653. The second greatest value Mission Dolores apartment is the 2BD, 2BTH B1 Model at 188 Octavia starting at $4,800 with a $5.04 price per square foot in the NOMA neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Mission Dolores apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Avalon Hayes Valley | B7_1053 | 2BR,2BA | $5.36 |
| 188 Octavia | 2BD, 2BTH B1 | 2BR,2BA | $5.04 |
| 38 Dolores | B3 | 1BR,1BA | $6.29 |
| Fifteen Fifty | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $5.56 |
| Venn on Market | Haight Ashbury | 1BR,1BA | $5.92 |
| Vara | 1d | 1BR,1BA | $5.26 |
| 140 Duboce | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $5.10 |
| 1801 Mission St | 2Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $6.12 |
| 1863 Mission St | 1Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $6.07 |
| 50 Laguna | 1 Studio 1 Bath Apartment | Studio ,1BA | $5.81 |
Getting Around the Mission Dolores Neighborhood in San Francisco, CA
Walk Score®
99 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
96 / 100
Biker's Paradise
Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike
Transit Score®
98 / 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.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Mission Dolores Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Mission Dolores?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Mission Dolores is at 240 Dolores Street Apartments listed at $2,499.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Mission Dolores Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Mission Dolores Apartment is $3,080 at 1863 Mission St.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Mission Dolores Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Mission Dolores is starting from $3,775 at 1801 Mission St.
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