
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Potrero Neighborhood of San Francisco, CA from $1,500 (6 Rentals)
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Hanover Soma West

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Potrero, San Francisco, CA Local Guide

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 | $3,046 | $2,245 | $3,964 |
Potrero 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,916 | $2,913 | $10,000+ |
Potrero 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,227 | $3,087 | $10,000+ |
Potrero 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,328 | $4,850 | $7,400 |
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There are currently 6 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 Hanover Soma West priced from $2,386. 399 Fremont has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,936. 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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Hanover Soma West | S2 | Studio,1BA | $2,386 |
399 Fremont | E1B | Studio,1BA | $2,936 |
855 Brannan | S2 | Studio,1BA | $3,055 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Potrero, CA
As of May 22, 2025 the best value apartment in the Potrero 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 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 apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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1063 Kansas St, Unit 1063 Kanas St | 1063 Kansas St | 3BR,2BA | $3.73 |
1061 Kansas St, Unit 1061 Kansas St. | 1061 Kansas St | 2BR,2BA | $3.50 |
388 Beale | Plan A1B | 1BR,1BA | $5.63 |
MB360 | Halo | 1BR,1BA | $4.40 |
One Henry Adams | 1 Bedroom H | 1BR,1BA | $5.75 |
The Landing | 11G | 1BR,1BA | $5.76 |
The Civic | City Arts & Lectures | 1BR,1BA | $5.49 |
HQ | Two Bedroom B1A | 2BR,1BA | $5.33 |
855 Brannan | S2 | Studio ,1BA | $6.00 |
Hanover Soma West | S2 | Studio ,1BA | $4.71 |
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Pet Friendly LifestylePotrero, San Francisco, CA
Ranked #30
Among neighborhoods in San Francisco, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet 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
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Potrero?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Potrero is at Hanover Soma West listed at $2,386.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Potrero Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Potrero Apartment is $3,037 at Hanover Soma West.
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 $3,232 at HQ.
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