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Tenderloin, San Francisco, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Tenderloin Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Tenderloin 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 Tenderloin apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
FOUND Study San FranciscoDouble1BR,1BA$700
Oasis ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,095
229 EllisSmall RoomStudio,1BA$1,350
949 Post St - Age 55+StudioStudio,1BA$1,545
The Cornelia SuitesCornelia Suites EfficiencyStudio,1BA$1,550

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Tenderloin, CA

As of July 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the Tenderloin area is the $3.23 price per square foot 436 Fell St Model at 436 Fell St, Unit 436 in the in the NOMA neighborhood starting from $3,550. The second greatest value Tenderloin apartment is the No Current Availability Model at 2120 Pacific Ave starting at $2,250 with a $2.65 price per square foot in the NOMA neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Tenderloin apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
436 Fell St, Unit 436436 Fell St2BR,1BA$3.23
2120 Pacific AveNo Current AvailabilityStudio ,1BA$2.65
Bennett Lofts1 Bed, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$3.67
1175 Clay St1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$3.63
990 Geary1 Bedroom 2 Bath Apartment + Office1BR,2BA$3.58
1501 ApartmentsOne Bed1BR,1BA$3.50
1030-1042 Polk1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment1BR,1BA$3.54
839 LeavenworthStudio 1 Bath ApartmentStudio ,1BA$2.69
721 Geary1 Studio 1 Bath ApartmentStudio ,1BA$3.74
Hyde Park Apartments LLC.Studio / 1 BathroomStudio ,1BA$3.75

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Frequently Asked Questions about Tenderloin

What type of rentals are currently available in Tenderloin?

There are currently 2700 Apartments for Rent in Tenderloin, CA with pricing that ranges from $830 to $17,944. There are also 167 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Tenderloin ranging from $1,400 to $21,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Tenderloin?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Tenderloin ranges from $1,400 to $21,000 with an average monthly rent of $7,253.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Tenderloin?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Tenderloin range from $3,995 to $10,460, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $4,100 to $21,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $10,000 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $5,745.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

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