
Cheap Homes for Rent in Mission Dolores Neighborhood of San Francisco, CA from $3,500 (3 Rentals)
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Mission Dolores, San Francisco, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Mission Dolores?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Mission Dolores 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,848 | $3,995 | $5,500 |
Mission Dolores 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,495 | $4,495 | $4,495 |
Browse Homes for Rent in this Neighborhood
There are currently 3 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Mission Dolores Neighborhood of San Francisco, CA.
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Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mission Dolores, CA
As of May 28, 2025 the best value apartment in the Mission Dolores area is the $4.17 price per square foot 168 Lexington St Model at 168 Lexington St, Unit 168 in the in the Mission Dolores neighborhood starting from $5,395. The second greatest value Mission Dolores apartment is the 3188 16th St Model at 3188 16th St, Unit 3188 starting at $4,750 with a $4.24 price per square foot in the Intermission 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. |
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168 Lexington St, Unit 168 | 168 Lexington St | 4BR,1.5BA | $4.17 |
3188 16th St, Unit 3188 | 3188 16th St | 3BR,2BA | $4.24 |
Venn on Market | Waller | 2BR,2BA | $4.86 |
The Civic | Symphony Hall | 2BR,2BA | $5.46 |
16 Laguna | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $4.71 |
Hanover Soma West | A5 | 1BR,1BA | $4.57 |
Vara | 0a | Studio ,1BA | $4.97 |
Geary Courtyard | 0x1 | Studio ,1BA | $3.96 |
Apartments on Gough | Top Floor Studio | Studio ,1BA | $5.25 |
1825 Mission | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $4.98 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Mission Dolores
What type of rentals are currently available in Mission Dolores?
There are currently 533 Apartments for Rent in Mission Dolores, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,749 to $11,805. There are also 9 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Mission Dolores ranging from $3,500 to $5,500.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Mission Dolores?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Mission Dolores ranges from $3,500 to $5,500 with an average monthly rent of $4,281.
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