
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Potrero Neighborhood of San Francisco, CA from $1,500 (45 Rentals)
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Mason on Mariposa

855 Brannan

O & M

Avalon Dogpatch

One Henry Adams

Potrero 1010

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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Potrero?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Potrero Studio Apartments | $2,999 | $2,280 | $3,725 |
Potrero 1 Bedroom Apartments | $4,034 | $3,076 | $10,000+ |
Potrero 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,463 | $3,722 | $10,000+ |
Potrero 3 Bedroom Apartments | $7,653 | $5,800 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 45 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Potrero Neighborhood of San Francisco, CA.
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Cheapest Available Potrero Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Potrero area of San Francisco, CA is a Studio unit found at Alta Potrero priced from $3,196. 855 Brannan has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $3,230. Here are the most affordable Potrero apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Alta Potrero | S1.1 | Studio,1BA | $3,196 |
855 Brannan | 1B - Curved with Balcony | 1BR,1BA | $3,230 |
Potrero 1010 | Junior 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3,314 |
One Henry Adams | 2 Bedroom CT | 2BR,2BA | $5,132 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Potrero, CA
As of July 07, 2025 the best value apartment in the Potrero area is the $5.46 price per square foot 2 Bedroom H Model at One Henry Adams in the in the Van Ness neighborhood starting from $5,605. The second greatest value Potrero apartment is the 1B - Curved with Balcony Model at 855 Brannan starting at $3,230 with a $5.13 price per square foot in the South Of Market neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Potrero apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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One Henry Adams | 2 Bedroom H | 2BR,2BA | $5.46 |
855 Brannan | 1B - Curved with Balcony | 1BR,1BA | $5.13 |
Potrero 1010 | S1 with Patio | 1BR,1BA | $6.32 |
Alta Potrero | S1.1 | Studio ,1BA | $7.10 |
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Pet Friendly LifestylePotrero, San Francisco, CA
Ranked #33
Among neighborhoods in San Francisco, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.0Pet Friendly
Getting Around the Potrero Neighborhood in San Francisco, CA
Walk Score®
93 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
75 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
73 / 100
Excellent Transit
Transit is convenient for most trips
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Potrero Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Potrero Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Potrero Apartment is $3,230 at 855 Brannan.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Potrero Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Potrero is starting from $4,940 at Potrero 1010.
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