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North Waterfront, San Francisco, CA Local Guide

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 1369 Hyde priced from $1,845. 916 Pacific has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,095. Here are the most affordable North Waterfront apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
1369 HydeEfficiency StudioStudio,1BA$1,845
916 PacificStudio 1 BathStudio,1BA$2,095
1720 LeavenworthStudio 1 BathStudio,1BA$2,395

Best Value Apartments for Rent in North Waterfront, CA

As of June 17, 2025 the best value apartment in the North Waterfront area is the $5.53 price per square foot 4 Bed 2 Bath Model at 1244-1250 California in the in the South Of Market neighborhood starting from $6,695. The second greatest value North Waterfront apartment is the 3 Bed 2 Bath Model at 20 Romolo starting at $5,015 with a $5.12 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1244-1250 California4 Bed 2 Bath4BR,2BA$5.53
20 Romolo3 Bed 2 Bath3BR,2BA$5.12
388 BealePlan A1D1BR,1BA$5.08
1265 Washington2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$5.43
1501 ApartmentsOne Bed1BR,1BA$3.50
1234 Jones1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$5.54
1320-1380 LombardStudio 1 BathStudio ,1BA$5.68
1474 Sacramento1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$5.39
665 PineStudio 1 BathStudio ,1BA$4.73
Geary Courtyard0x1Studio ,1BA$4.24

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Frequently Asked Questions about North Waterfront

What type of rentals are currently available in North Waterfront?

There are currently 1870 Apartments for Rent in North Waterfront, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,300 to $19,500. There are also 36 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in North Waterfront ranging from $895 to $19,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in North Waterfront?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in North Waterfront ranges from $895 to $19,500 with an average monthly rent of $7,939.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in North Waterfront?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in North Waterfront range from $2,600 to $10,995, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $6,495 to $19,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $7,995 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $6,495.

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