Cheap Homes for Rent in Mission Neighborhood of San Francisco, CA from $1,200 (18 Rentals)

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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 1335 Folsom St priced from $2,150. The Sutherland has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,595. Here are the most affordable Mission apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
1335 Folsom StModel JStudio,1BA$2,150
The Sutherland1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2,595
Vara1a1BR,1BA$2,715
NEMASA1Studio,1BA$2,885
Fifteen FiftyStudio / 1 BathroomStudio,1BA$3,125

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mission, CA

As of September 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the Mission area is the $4.71 price per square foot 168 Lexington St Model at 168 Lexington St, Unit 168 in the in the Mission Dolores neighborhood starting from $6,095. The second greatest value Mission apartment is the 1515 15th St Model at 1515 15th St, Unit Apt 507 starting at $4,800 with a $4.96 price per square foot in the Intermission 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.
168 Lexington St, Unit 168168 Lexington St4BR,1.5BA$4.71
1515 15th St, Unit Apt 5071515 15th St2BR,2BA$4.96
1863 Mission St2Bedroom 2Bath2BR,2BA$3.88
3440 20th Street1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment1BR,1BA$4.49
166 Langton St, Unit 162 Unit A166 Langton St2BR,1BA$4.71
Olume ApartmentsA2D1BR,1BA$4.78
Hanover Soma WestA41BR,1BA$5.22
855 Brannan1B - Curved with Balcony1BR,1BA$5.73
Vara1a1BR,1BA$4.41
AstellaA21BR,1BA$6.12

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Mission, San Francisco, CA

Ranked #18

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Frequently Asked Questions about Mission

What type of rentals are currently available in Mission?

There are currently 1031 Apartments for Rent in Mission, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,595 to $12,510. There are also 47 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Mission ranging from $1,310 to $25,800.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Mission?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Mission ranges from $1,310 to $25,800 with an average monthly rent of $6,732.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Mission?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Mission range from $5,365 to $10,000, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $5,200 to $25,800. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,310 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $6,095.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.

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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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