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Potrero Hill, San Francisco, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Potrero Hill Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Potrero Hill area of San Francisco, CA is a Studio unit found at Geary Courtyard priced from $2,111. Hanover Soma West has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,474. Here are the most affordable Potrero Hill apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Geary Courtyard0x1Studio,1BA$2,111
Hanover Soma WestS6Studio,1BA$2,474
150 Van NessStudio AStudio,1BA$2,795

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Potrero Hill, CA

As of May 21, 2025 the best value apartment in the Potrero Hill area is the $3.73 price per square foot 1063 Kansas St Model at 1063 Kansas St, Unit 1063 Kanas St in the in the Mission District neighborhood starting from $4,850. The second greatest value Potrero Hill apartment is the 1061 Kansas St Model at 1061 Kansas St, Unit 1061 Kansas St. starting at $3,850 with a $3.50 price per square foot in the Mission District neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Potrero Hill apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1063 Kansas St, Unit 1063 Kanas St1063 Kansas St3BR,2BA$3.73
1061 Kansas St, Unit 1061 Kansas St.1061 Kansas St2BR,2BA$3.50
Avalon DogpatchB17-10972BR,2BA$4.85
1270 Hampshire St, Unit 1270 Hampshire street1270 Hampshire St4BR,1BA$3.37
Windsor at DogpatchB62BR,2BA$5.02
The CivicSymphony Hall2BR,2BA$5.49
MB360Halo1BR,1BA$4.38
HQTwo Bedroom B1A2BR,1BA$5.33
Hanover Soma WestS2Studio ,1BA$4.90
Geary Courtyard0x1Studio ,1BA$4.24

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Frequently Asked Questions about Potrero Hill

What type of rentals are currently available in Potrero Hill?

There are currently 337 Apartments for Rent in Potrero Hill, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,700 to $10,000. There are also 24 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Potrero Hill ranging from $2,500 to $17,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Potrero Hill?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Potrero Hill ranges from $2,500 to $17,500 with an average monthly rent of $6,353.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Potrero Hill?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Potrero Hill range from $4,000 to $7,400, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $3,800 to $6,400. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $9,500 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,200.

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