Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Mission Neighborhood of San Francisco, CA from $900 (13 Rentals)

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La Fnix at 1950
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

La Fnix at 1950

1950 Mission StSan Francisco, CA 94103
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145 Fell
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

145 Fell

145 Fell StSan Francisco, CA 94102

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3270 21st
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

3270 21st

3270 21st StSan Francisco, CA 94110
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72 Gough
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

72 Gough

66-78 Gough StSan Francisco, CA 94102
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150 Franklin
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

150 Franklin

150 Franklin StSan Francisco, CA 94102
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The Panoramic Soma
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

The Panoramic Soma

1321 Mission StSan Francisco, CA 94103
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1335 Folsom St
Studio Apartments

1335 Folsom St

1335 Folsom StSan Francisco, CA 94103
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24 Franklin
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

24 Franklin

22-24 Franklin StSan Francisco, CA 94102

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320 14th Street
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

320 14th Street

320-324 14th StSan Francisco, CA 94103

Mission, San Francisco, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Mission Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Mission area of San Francisco, CA is a Studio unit found at 2619 Mission priced from $2,495. Vara has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,784. Here are the most affordable Mission apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
2619 Mission1 Studio 1 Bath ApartmentStudio,1BA$2,495
Vara0aStudio,1BA$2,784
AstellaS3Studio,1BA$2,791
3201 23rd Street1 Studio 1 Bath ApartmentStudio,1BA$2,795
Hanover Soma WestS7Studio,1BA$2,836

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mission, CA

As of December 02, 2025 the best value apartment in the Mission area is the $2.22 price per square foot 951 Shotwell St Model at 951 Shotwell St, Unit 951 in the in the Hunters Point neighborhood starting from $3,900. The second greatest value Mission apartment is the 2 Bedroom LJ Model at One Henry Adams starting at $4,821 with a $4.55 price per square foot in the Van Ness neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Mission apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
951 Shotwell St, Unit 951951 Shotwell St3BR,1BA$2.22
One Henry Adams2 Bedroom LJ2BR,2BA$4.55
3440 20th Street2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment2BR,1BA$5.02
35-41 Lafayette2 Bedroom 2 Bath Apartment2BR,2BA$4.87
Fifteen Fifty1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$5.56
Olume ApartmentsA71BR,1BA$5.62
Hanover Soma WestS8Studio ,1BA$5.49
2619 Mission1 Studio 1 Bath ApartmentStudio ,1BA$4.80
Vara0aStudio ,1BA$5.68
756 Potrero Ave, Unit Lower Unit756 Potrero Ave1BR,1BA$5.71

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Mission, San Francisco, CA

Ranked #21

Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the Mission Neighborhood in San Francisco, CA

Walk Score®

99 / 100

Walker’s Paradise

Daily errands do not require a car

Bike Score®

98 / 100

Biker's Paradise

Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike

Transit Score®

88 / 100

Excellent Transit

Transit is convenient for most trips

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Mission Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Mission?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Mission is at 2619 Mission listed at $2,495.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Mission Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Mission Apartment is $3,080 at 1863 Mission St.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Mission Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Mission is starting from $3,695 at 35-41 Lafayette.

What is the most affordable Mission Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Mission Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Hanover Soma West and starts from $6,122.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

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