
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the North Waterfront Neighborhood of San Francisco, CA from $900 (20 Rentals)
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666 Jackson St

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1600 Larkin St

1055 Mason

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1455 Filbert St

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North Waterfront, San Francisco, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in North Waterfront?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Waterfront Studio Apartments | $3,957 | $1,200 | $5,249 |
| North Waterfront 1 Bedroom Apartments | $5,041 | $1,150 | $7,941 |
| North Waterfront 2 Bedroom Apartments | $8,378 | $6,654 | $10,000+ |
| North Waterfront 3 Bedroom Apartments | $11,591 | $1,400 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 20 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the North Waterfront Neighborhood of San Francisco, CA.
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Cheapest Available North Waterfront Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the North Waterfront area of San Francisco, CA is a Studio unit found at 665 Pine priced from $3,995. 1735 Van Ness Avenue has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $4,040. Here are the most affordable North Waterfront apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 665 Pine | 1 Studio 1 Bath Apartment | Studio,1BA | $3,995 |
| 1735 Van Ness Avenue | Studio 1 Bath | Studio,1BA | $4,040 |
| Towers at Rincon | Embarcadero 2 | Studio,1BA | $4,309 |
| The Bay | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $4,314 |
| Telegraph Hill | Studio | Studio,1BA | $4,343 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in North Waterfront, CA
As of August 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the North Waterfront area is the $7.23 price per square foot 2 Bed 2 Bath Model at 1735 Van Ness Avenue in the in the NOMA neighborhood starting from $11,040. The second greatest value North Waterfront apartment is the 1864 Stockton St Model at 1864 Stockton St, Unit 1864 starting at $10,500 with a $7.00 price per square foot in the Downtown San Francisco neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for North Waterfront apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1735 Van Ness Avenue | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $7.23 |
| 1864 Stockton St, Unit 1864 | 1864 Stockton St | 2BR,1.5BA | $7.00 |
| NorthPoint Vistas | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $4.79 |
| Nob Hill Tower | 2 Bedroom Renovated | 2BR,2BA | $8.34 |
| 1320-1380 Lombard | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $8.77 |
| Towers at Rincon | Golden Gate 3 | 1BR,1BA | $8.60 |
| 1690 Broadway Street | Jr 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $9.47 |
| The Gateway | 0x1 A | Studio ,1BA | $8.74 |
| 665 Pine | 1 Studio 1 Bath Apartment | Studio ,1BA | $9.25 |
| URBANESTS | 371 Columbus Avenue | Studio | Studio ,0.5BA | $8.29 |
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Best Local Schools in North Waterfront, San Francisco, CA
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap North Waterfront Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in North Waterfront?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in North Waterfront is at 665 Pine listed at $3,995.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom North Waterfront Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom North Waterfront Apartment is $4,314 at The Bay.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom North Waterfront Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in North Waterfront is starting from $6,740 at 1690 Broadway Street.
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