Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Of Market Neighborhood of San Francisco, CA from $600 (75 Rentals)

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The Kelsey Civic Center
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Kelsey Civic Center

240 Van Ness AveSan Francisco, CA 94102
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1600 Larkin St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

1600 Larkin St

1600 Larkin StSan Francisco, CA 94109
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555 EDDY Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

555 EDDY Apartments

555 Eddy StSan Francisco, CA 94109
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947 Bush
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

947 Bush

947 Bush StSan Francisco, CA 94109
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Oasis Apartments
Studio Apartments

Oasis Apartments

351 Turk StSan Francisco, CA 94102
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Madonna Residences
Studio Apartments

Madonna Residences

350 Golden Gate AveSan Francisco, CA 94102
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513-519 Bush St
Studio Apartments

513-519 Bush St

513-519 Bush StSan Francisco, CA 94108
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Burnette Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Burnette Apartments

815 O'Farrell StSan Francisco, CA 94109
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520 Geary
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

520 Geary

520-524 Geary StSan Francisco, CA 94102
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McAlpin Building
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

McAlpin Building

427-439 Stockton StSan Francisco, CA 94108
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615 Leavenworth
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

615 Leavenworth

615 Leavenworth StSan Francisco, CA 94109
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620 Eddy St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

620 Eddy St

620 Eddy StSan Francisco, CA 94109
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675 OFarrell
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

675 OFarrell

675 O'Farrell StSan Francisco, CA 94109
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516 Ellis
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

516 Ellis

500-516 Ellis StSan Francisco, CA 94109
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930 Post
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

930 Post

930 Post StSan Francisco, CA 94109

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665 Eddy
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

665 Eddy

665 Eddy StSan Francisco, CA 94109
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1051 Post
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1051 Post

1051 Post StSan Francisco, CA 94109
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621 Taylor
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

621 Taylor

621 Taylor StSan Francisco, CA 94102
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839 Leavenworth
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

839 Leavenworth

839 Leavenworth StSan Francisco, CA 94109
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57 Taylor
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

57 Taylor

39-57 Taylor StSan Francisco, CA 94102
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Jekyll Apartments LLC.
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Jekyll Apartments LLC.

138 Hyde StSan Francisco, CA 94102
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1020 Post
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

1020 Post

1020 Post StSan Francisco, CA 94109

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St. Stephen's Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

St. Stephen's Apartments

1105 Bush StSan Francisco, CA 94109
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980 Bush
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

980 Bush

980 Bush StSan Francisco, CA 94109
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720 Jones
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

720 Jones

720 Jones StSan Francisco, CA 94109
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124 Mason
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

124 Mason

120-124 Mason StSan Francisco, CA 94102
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725 Ellis
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

725 Ellis

725 Ellis StSan Francisco, CA 94109
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1050 Post
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

1050 Post

1050 Post StSan Francisco, CA 94109
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Jones Street Terrace
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Jones Street Terrace

729 Jones StSan Francisco, CA 94109
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1028 Howard
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

1028 Howard

1028 Howard StSan Francisco, CA 94103

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South Of Market, San Francisco, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available South Of Market Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Of Market area of San Francisco, CA is a Studio unit found at Lark Landing priced from $860. SF House has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,300. Here are the most affordable South Of Market apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Lark LandingStudioStudio,1BA$860
SF HouseUrban NestStudio,1BA$1,300
516 Ellis1 Efficiency 1 Bath ApartmentStudio,1BA$1,495
949 Post St - Age 55+StudioStudio,1BA$1,545
The Cornelia SuitesCornelia Suites StudioStudio,1BA$1,550
839 LeavenworthStudio 1 Bath ApartmentStudio,1BA$1,595
540 Leavenworth StreetStudioStudio,1BA$1,675
816 Geary1 Studio 1 Bath ApartmentStudio,1BA$1,745
TL ResidencesStudioStudio,1BA$1,775
1030 Post Street Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,795

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Of Market, CA

As of February 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Of Market area is the $4.51 price per square foot Two Bedroom B1I Model at HQ in the in the South Of Market neighborhood starting from $3,901. The second greatest value South Of Market apartment is the 2BR/1.0BA Model at Grant Arms Apartments starting at $3,495 with a $4.10 price per square foot in the South Of Market neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Of Market apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
HQTwo Bedroom B1I2BR,1BA$4.51
Grant Arms Apartments2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$4.10
Larkin Street Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.82
Bennett LoftsPlan SAStudio ,1BA$4.42
The Lofts at One PowellH2 0X1Studio ,1BA$4.60
Soma ResidencesThe Executive1BR,1BA$4.92
1030 Post Street Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$3.42
781 O'Farrell1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment1BR,1BA$4.84
Lark LandingStudioStudio ,1BA$1.76
The Cornelia SuitesCornelia Suites StudioStudio ,1BA$4.29

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Local Guide To the Best Student Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent Near Colleges in San Francisco

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
South Of Market, San Francisco, CA

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Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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Lifestyle Ratings

Our team of engineers and researchers compares millions of points of data to bring you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including South Of Market, San Francisco, and the greater San Francisco area. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and the best outdoor access, multifamily communities for the kids, raising pets, transit options, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Of Market Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in South Of Market?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in South Of Market is under $1,795.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in South Of Market?

The cheapest apartment in South Of Market is Lark Landing which is listed at $898, while the average apartment in South Of Market costs $8,278.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in South Of Market?

Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 11 regular apartments in South Of Market that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

Expert Rental Resources

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A San Francisco Local Expert’s Guide to the Top Budget-Friendly Bay Area Neighborhoods to Rent

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Local Guide To the Best Student Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent Near Colleges in San Francisco

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Naturally, going away to college or university is super exciting in and of itself. It’s the prelude to the rest of your life, not to mention an unforgettable experience all its own.

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Where to Live, Where to Work: Your Guide to Top Neighborhoods to Rent Near San Francisco's 5 Best Employers

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Deciding to move to San Francisco for work is a huge deal. San Fran is exciting and just weird enough to let you know you’re in for an amazing adventure, right from day one.

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.