Cheap Apartments for Rent in the The Embarcadero Neighborhood of San Francisco, CA from $1,300 (9 Rentals)

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1127-1133 Kearny StSan Francisco, CA 94133
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1111 1st StSan Francisco, CA 94133

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The Embarcadero, San Francisco, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available The Embarcadero Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the The Embarcadero area of San Francisco, CA is a Studio unit found at Geary Courtyard priced from $2,164. Hanover Soma West has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,485. Here are the most affordable The Embarcadero apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Geary Courtyard0x1Studio,1BA$2,164
Hanover Soma WestS7Studio,1BA$2,485
Isle HouseStudio 1Studio,1BA$2,700

Best Value Apartments for Rent in The Embarcadero, CA

As of June 05, 2025 the best value apartment in the The Embarcadero area is the $7.00 price per square foot 2 Bedroom + 2 Bath Penthouse Model at The Gateway in the in the NOMA neighborhood starting from $10,390. The second greatest value The Embarcadero apartment is the 579 Vallejo St Model at 579 Vallejo St, Unit 579 Vallejo Street starting at $4,500 with a $5.49 price per square foot in the NOMA neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for The Embarcadero apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Gateway2 Bedroom + 2 Bath Penthouse2BR,2BA$7.00
579 Vallejo St, Unit 579 Vallejo Street579 Vallejo St2BR,1BA$5.49
388 BealePlan A1B1BR,1BA$5.59
Hanover Soma WestA51BR,1BA$4.57
The CivicCity Arts & Lectures1BR,1BA$5.35
Isle HouseStudio 4Studio ,1BA$6.30
150 Van Ness1 Bedroom A1BR,1BA$6.31
14 Hodges Aly, Unit 1 Bed 1 Bath Apartment14 Hodges Aly1BR,1BA$6.40
Geary Courtyard0x1Studio ,1BA$4.35
399 FremontE1CStudio ,1BA$7.54

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
The Embarcadero, San Francisco, CA

Ranked #53

Among neighborhoods in San Francisco, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.0
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Getting Around the The Embarcadero Neighborhood in San Francisco, CA

Walk Score®

95 / 100

Walker’s Paradise

Daily errands do not require a car

Bike Score®

81 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

91 / 100

Rider’s Paradise

World-class public transportation

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap The Embarcadero Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in The Embarcadero?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in The Embarcadero is at Geary Courtyard listed at $2,164.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom The Embarcadero Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom The Embarcadero Apartment is $2,965 at Isle House.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom The Embarcadero Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in The Embarcadero is starting from $3,815 at 150 Van Ness.

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