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Geary Courtyard
639 Geary StSan Francisco, CA 94102
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Hanover Soma West
1140 Harrison StSan Francisco, CA 94103
1 Bayside Village Pl
San FranciscoCA94107
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201 Harrison St
San FranciscoCA94105
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101-103 Polk StSan Francisco, CA 94102
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150 Van Ness
150 Van Ness AveSan Francisco, CA 94102
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199 New Montgomery St
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Transbay, San Francisco, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Transbay?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transbay Studio Apartments | $3,197 | $1,970 | $4,374 |
| Transbay 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,921 | $2,820 | $7,340 |
| Transbay 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,773 | $3,163 | $10,000+ |
| Transbay 3 Bedroom Apartments | $7,706 | $5,662 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 7 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Transbay Neighborhood of San Francisco, CA.
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Cheapest Available Transbay Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Transbay area of San Francisco, CA is a Studio unit found at Geary Courtyard priced from $1,970. Hanover Soma West has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,451. Here are the most affordable Transbay apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Geary Courtyard | 0x1 | Studio,1BA | $1,970 |
| Hanover Soma West | S7 | Studio,1BA | $2,451 |
| Modera Rincon Hill | S01 | Studio,1BA | $2,972 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Transbay, CA
As of May 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the Transbay area is the $3.94 price per square foot 338 Spear St Model at 338 Spear St, Unit Infinity 2024-2025 Lease in the in the South Of Market neighborhood starting from $4,600. The second greatest value Transbay apartment is the Plan Skyline Davidson Penthouse Model at 500 Folsom starting at $6,497 with a $5.60 price per square foot in the South Of Market neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Transbay apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 338 Spear St, Unit Infinity 2024-2025 Lease | 338 Spear St | 2BR,2BA | $3.94 |
| 500 Folsom | Plan Skyline Davidson Penthouse | 2BR,2BA | $5.60 |
| The Civic | Symphony Hall | 2BR,2BA | $5.46 |
| 388 Beale | Plan A1B | 1BR,1BA | $5.63 |
| 201 Harrison St, Unit 510 | 201 Harrison St | 2BR,2BA | $5.90 |
| Hanover Soma West | A5 | 1BR,1BA | $4.57 |
| Jasper | SP-18 | Studio ,1BA | $6.34 |
| Edgewater | Yerba Buena E1A | Studio ,1BA | $5.96 |
| The Gateway | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $5.84 |
| Geary Courtyard | 0x1 | Studio ,1BA | $3.96 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleTransbay, San Francisco, CA
Ranked #28
Among neighborhoods in San Francisco, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
Getting Around the Transbay Neighborhood in San Francisco, CA
Walk Score®
98 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
77 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
100 / 100
Rider’s Paradise
World-class public transportation
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- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Transbay Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Transbay?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Transbay is at Geary Courtyard listed at $1,970.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Transbay Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Transbay Apartment is $3,072 at Modera Rincon Hill.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Transbay Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Transbay is starting from $3,778 at 150 Van Ness.
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