
Cheap Homes for Rent in Potrero Neighborhood of San Francisco, CA from $1,100 (3 Rentals)
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Potrero, San Francisco, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Potrero?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Potrero 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,243 | $3,700 | $7,500 |
Potrero 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,337 | $3,800 | $6,400 |
Potrero 7 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,150 | $1,150 | $1,150 |
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There are currently 3 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Potrero Neighborhood of San Francisco, CA.
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Best Value Apartments for Rent in Potrero, CA
As of May 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the Potrero area is the $5.47 price per square foot Symphony Hall Model at The Civic in the in the South Of Market neighborhood starting from $4,924. The second greatest value Potrero apartment is the 22D Model at The Landing starting at $4,947 with a $5.55 price per square foot in the Bayview 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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The Civic | Symphony Hall | 2BR,2BA | $5.47 |
The Landing | 22D | 2BR,2BA | $5.55 |
Channel Mission Bay | One Bedroom A1Q | 1BR,1BA | $5.57 |
MB360 | Halo | 1BR,1BA | $4.43 |
Alta Potrero | A8.1 | 1BR,1BA | $5.74 |
One Henry Adams | 1 Bedroom H | 1BR,1BA | $5.75 |
HQ | Two Bedroom B1A | 2BR,1BA | $5.23 |
1129 Wisconsin St | 1129 Wisconsin St | Studio ,1BA | $4.50 |
Edgewater | Yerba Buena E1A | Studio ,1BA | $5.99 |
Hanover Soma West | S2 | Studio ,1BA | $5.00 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Potrero
What type of rentals are currently available in Potrero?
There are currently 169 Apartments for Rent in Potrero, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,700 to $11,999. There are also 14 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Potrero ranging from $1,150 to $7,500.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Potrero?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Potrero ranges from $1,150 to $7,500 with an average monthly rent of $3,682.
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