
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the SoMa Neighborhood of San Francisco, CA from $700 (64 Rentals)
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SoMa, San Francisco, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in SoMa?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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SoMa Studio Apartments | $2,788 | $1,175 | $5,828 |
SoMa 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,661 | $1,400 | $9,320 |
SoMa 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,999 | $1,400 | $10,000+ |
SoMa 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,936 | $5,662 | $6,382 |
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Cheapest Available SoMa Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the SoMa area of San Francisco, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at FOUND Study San Francisco priced from $700. Oasis Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,095. Here are the most affordable SoMa apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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FOUND Study San Francisco | Double | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
Oasis Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,095 |
229 Ellis | Small Room | Studio,1BA | $1,350 |
1008 Larkin | Efficiency Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,395 |
TL Residences | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,572 |
Larkin Street Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,595 |
Jekyll Apartments LLC. | Studio / 1 Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $1,595 |
The Cornelia Suites | Cornelia Suites Efficiency | Studio,1BA | $1,600 |
57 Taylor | Studio 1 Bath | Studio,1BA | $1,625 |
635 Ellis | Studio 1 Bath | Studio,1BA | $1,695 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in SoMa, CA
As of June 11, 2025 the best value apartment in the SoMa area is the $4.45 price per square foot 3x2 Model at The Quinn in the in the South Of Market neighborhood starting from $5,050. The second greatest value SoMa apartment is the B1-mirror Model at AVA 55 Ninth starting at $3,795 with a $4.44 price per square foot in the South Of Market neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for SoMa apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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The Quinn | 3x2 | 3BR,2BA | $4.45 |
AVA 55 Ninth | B1-mirror | 2BR,2BA | $4.44 |
Bennett Lofts | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.27 |
Argenta | Plan 4 | 1BR,1BA | $4.58 |
HQ | Two Bedroom B2B | 2BR,2BA | $4.61 |
Warrington Apartments | #511 | 1BR,1BA | $4.17 |
Larkin Street Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.88 |
750 O'Farrell | Studio 1 Bath | Studio ,1BA | $4.36 |
516 Ellis | Studio 1 Bath | Studio ,1BA | $4.61 |
650 Ellis | Studio 1 Bath | Studio ,1BA | $4.33 |
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Getting Around the SoMa Neighborhood in San Francisco, CA
Walk Score®
99 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
97 / 100
Biker's Paradise
Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike
Transit Score®
100 / 100
Rider’s Paradise
World-class public transportation
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap SoMa Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in SoMa?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in SoMa is at Oasis Apartments listed at $1,095.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom SoMa Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom SoMa Apartment is $700 at FOUND Study San Francisco.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom SoMa Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in SoMa is starting from $2,495 at Palace Court Apartments LLC..
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