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640 BroadwaySan Francisco, CA 94133
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1200 Sacramento StSan Francisco, CA 94108
1449 Powell St
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1600 Larkin St
1600 Larkin StSan Francisco, CA 94109
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1408 California
1400-1408 California StSan Francisco, CA 94109
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1055 Mason
1055 Mason StSan Francisco, CA 94108
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1060 Powell StSan Francisco, CA 94108
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Sugar Hill Apartments
1618-1632 Mason StSan Francisco, CA 94133
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1571 Sacramento
1571 Sacramento StSan Francisco, CA 94109
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1200 Francisco
1200 Francisco StSan Francisco, CA 94123
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1455 Filbert St
1455 Filbert StSan Francisco, CA 94109
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2440 Van Ness Ave
2440 Van Ness AveSan Francisco, CA 94109
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1547 Clay
1547 Clay StSan Francisco, CA 94109
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1472 Filbert
1472 Filbert StSan Francisco, CA 94109
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1301 Leavenworth
1301 Leavenworth StSan Francisco, CA 94109
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2901 Van Ness Ave
2901 Van Ness AveSan Francisco, CA 94109
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Polk / Jackson Apartments
1831 Polk StSan Francisco, CA 94109
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1701 Vallejo St
1701 Vallejo StSan Francisco, CA 94123
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Kitt Apartments
2642 Van Ness AveSan Francisco, CA 94109
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840 California
840 California StSan Francisco, CA 94108
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1127-1133 Kearny
1127-1133 Kearny StSan Francisco, CA 94133
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1146 Taylor
1146 Taylor StSan Francisco, CA 94108
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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 | $3,389 | $1,200 | $4,828 |
| North Waterfront 1 Bedroom Apartments | $4,630 | $1,500 | $6,999 |
| North Waterfront 2 Bedroom Apartments | $8,447 | $4,995 | $10,000+ |
| North Waterfront 3 Bedroom Apartments | $11,945 | $9,312 | $10,000+ |
| North Waterfront 5 Bedroom Apartments | $11,995 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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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 1454-1464 Union priced from $3,695. NorthPoint Vistas has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $4,200. Here are the most affordable North Waterfront apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1454-1464 Union | 1 Studio 1 Bath Apartment | Studio,1BA | $3,695 |
| NorthPoint Vistas | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $4,200 |
| The Gateway | 1x1 A | 1BR,1BA | $4,661 |
| 2240 Larkin | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $4,695 |
| Towers at Rincon | Golden Gate | 1BR,1BA | $4,709 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in North Waterfront, CA
As of May 31, 2026 the best value apartment in the North Waterfront area is the $4.67 price per square foot 2 Bedroom 2 Bath Apartment + Office Model at 1369 Hyde in the in the South Of Market neighborhood starting from $6,695. The second greatest value North Waterfront apartment is the 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom Model at NorthPoint Vistas starting at $4,200 with a $4.00 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. |
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| 1369 Hyde | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath Apartment + Office | 2BR,2BA | $4.67 |
| NorthPoint Vistas | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $4.00 |
| The Gateway | 1x1 B | 1BR,1BA | $6.52 |
| Towers at Rincon | Golden Gate 2 | 1BR,1BA | $7.96 |
| 2240 Larkin | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $11.45 |
| 1454-1464 Union | 1 Studio 1 Bath Apartment | Studio ,1BA | $12.24 |
| URBANESTS | 371 Columbus Avenue | Studio | Studio ,0.5BA | $8.29 |
| FOUND Study Nob Hill - Student/Intern | Single | 1BR,1BA | $16.36 |
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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 1454-1464 Union listed at $3,695.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom North Waterfront Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom North Waterfront Apartment is $4,200 at NorthPoint Vistas.
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