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668 Clay St
668 Clay StSan Francisco, CA 94111
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706 Kearny St
706 Kearny StSan Francisco, CA 94108
666 Jackson St
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640 BroadwaySan Francisco, CA 94133
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1200 Sacramento StSan Francisco, CA 94108
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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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2901 Van Ness Ave
2901 Van Ness AveSan 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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1547 Clay
1547 Clay StSan 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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Northpoint Apartments
2211 Stockton StSan Francisco, CA 94133
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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 | $3,179 | $830 | $5,000 |
| North Waterfront 1 Bedroom Apartments | $4,656 | $1,500 | $9,859 |
| North Waterfront 2 Bedroom Apartments | $6,116 | $4,495 | $9,313 |
| North Waterfront 3 Bedroom Apartments | $9,196 | $6,000 | $10,000+ |
| North Waterfront 4 Bedroom Apartments | $9,986 | $9,761 | $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 The Gateway priced from $2,572. Telegraph Hill has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,831. Here are the most affordable North Waterfront apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Gateway | Studio A | Studio,1BA | $2,572 |
| Telegraph Hill | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,831 |
| 1950 Franklin | Studio 1 Bath Apartment | Studio,1BA | $3,095 |
| 1955 Leavenworth | 1 Studio 1 Bath Apartment | Studio,1BA | $3,245 |
| 2128 Van Ness | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $3,395 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in North Waterfront, CA
As of January 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the North Waterfront area is the $3.90 price per square foot 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment Model at 1369 Hyde in the in the South Of Market neighborhood starting from $4,295. The second greatest value North Waterfront apartment is the 2x2 A Model at The Gateway starting at $6,651 with a $6.89 price per square foot in the NOMA 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1369 Hyde | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $3.90 |
| The Gateway | 2x2 A | 2BR,2BA | $6.89 |
| 2355 Leavenworth | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $4.59 |
| 1000 Green | Jones | 1BR,1BA | $5.74 |
| 1101 Leavenworth St, Unit 1 | 1101 Leavenworth St | 2BR,1BA | $5.35 |
| 1454-1464 Union | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $7.27 |
| 645 Stockton Street | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $6.42 |
| Towers at Rincon | wharf | 1BR,1BA | $8.14 |
| 2128 Van Ness | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $7.54 |
| 1950 Franklin | Studio 1 Bath Apartment | Studio ,1BA | $7.94 |
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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 The Gateway listed at $2,572.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom North Waterfront Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom North Waterfront Apartment is $3,395 at 2128 Van Ness.
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 $4,709 at Crystal Tower Apartments.
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