
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Transbay Neighborhood of San Francisco, CA from $800 (11 Rentals)
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501 Delancey St, Unit SI FL2-ID182

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340 Fremont St, Unit SI FL3-ID143

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399 Fremont

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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 | $4,622 | $4,008 | $5,918 |
| Transbay 1 Bedroom Apartments | $5,602 | $898 | $7,374 |
| Transbay 2 Bedroom Apartments | $8,143 | $5,260 | $10,000+ |
| Transbay 3 Bedroom Apartments | $7,498 | $7,498 | $7,498 |
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There are currently 11 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 399 Fremont priced from $4,027. Modera Rincon Hill has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $4,660. Here are the most affordable Transbay apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 399 Fremont | E1C | Studio,1BA | $4,027 |
| Modera Rincon Hill | A03 | 1BR,1BA | $4,660 |
| Towers at Rincon | Golden Gate | 1BR,1BA | $4,709 |
| Spera | J | 1BR,1BA | $4,898 |
| Jasper | S-2 | Studio,1BA | $4,964 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Transbay, CA
As of May 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Transbay area is the $7.72 price per square foot Plan A1B Model at 388 Beale in the in the South Of Market neighborhood starting from $6,239. The second greatest value Transbay apartment is the A04 Model at Modera Rincon Hill starting at $5,176 with a $7.69 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 388 Beale | Plan A1B | 1BR,1BA | $7.72 |
| Modera Rincon Hill | A04 | 1BR,1BA | $7.69 |
| Towers at Rincon | Golden Gate 2 | 1BR,1BA | $7.96 |
| 500 Folsom | Plan Sunset | 1BR,1BA | $9.01 |
| Spera | C | 1BR,1BA | $8.93 |
| Jasper | S-2 | Studio ,1BA | $9.14 |
| Solaire | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $10.91 |
| 399 Fremont | E1C | Studio ,1BA | $8.48 |
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 399 Fremont listed at $4,027.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Transbay Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Transbay Apartment is $4,660 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 $6,634 at Solaire.
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