
Cheap Homes for Rent in the SoMa Neighborhood of San Francisco, CA from $2,600 (8 Rentals)
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1075 Market St, Unit 203
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434 Minna St, Unit SI FL4-ID1435

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SoMa, San Francisco, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in SoMa?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| SoMa 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,149 | $5,250 | $6,700 |
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There are currently 8 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the SoMa Neighborhood of San Francisco, CA.
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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 Studio unit found at SF House priced from $1,300. 145 Leavenworth St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,695. Here are the most affordable SoMa apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| SF House | Urban Nest | Studio,1BA | $1,300 |
| 145 Leavenworth St | Studio, 1 full | Studio,1BA | $1,695 |
| 1030 Post Street Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,695 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in SoMa, CA
As of September 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the SoMa area is the $4.69 price per square foot B22L Model at The Grid SOMA in the in the South Of Market neighborhood starting from $6,920. The second greatest value SoMa apartment is the 1 Bed, 1 Bath Model at Bennett Lofts starting at $4,407 with a $4.74 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Grid SOMA | B22L | 2BR,2BA | $4.69 |
| Bennett Lofts | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $4.74 |
| 1101 Howard St | 2 Br / 1 Ba | 2BR,1BA | $2.34 |
| AVA 55 Ninth | A5 | 1BR,1BA | $5.67 |
| Soma Residences | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $5.54 |
| 540 Leavenworth Street | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $5.30 |
| 1030 Post Street Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.99 |
| 516 Ellis | 1 Studio 1 Bath Apartment | Studio ,1BA | $5.46 |
| The Cornelia Suites | Cornelia Studio | Studio ,1BA | $4.85 |
| 925 Geary Street | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $5.52 |
Frequently Asked Questions about SoMa
What type of rentals are currently available in SoMa?
There are currently 641 Apartments for Rent in SoMa, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,312 to $13,139. There are also 56 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in SoMa ranging from $2,300 to $6,700.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in SoMa?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in SoMa ranges from $2,300 to $6,700 with an average monthly rent of $4,108.
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