Cheap Homes for Rent in Transmission Neighborhood of San Francisco, CA from $1,100 (8 Rentals)

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Transmission, San Francisco, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Transmission Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Transmission area of San Francisco, CA is a 2 Beds unit found at 507-511 Dolores St priced from $1,870. Mercy Family Plaza has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,966. Here are the most affordable Transmission apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
507-511 Dolores St2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$1,870
Mercy Family PlazaStudioStudio,1BA$1,966
1424 ValenciaStudio 1 BathStudio,1BA$2,495

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Transmission, CA

As of May 03, 2025 the best value apartment in the Transmission area is the $2.04 price per square foot 3 Beds, 2 baths Model at 1370-1378 Natoma St in the in the Intermission neighborhood starting from $2,760. The second greatest value Transmission apartment is the 63 Manchester St Model at 63 Manchester St, Unit Main starting at $4,400 with a $3.38 price per square foot in the Mission District neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Transmission apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1370-1378 Natoma St3 Beds, 2 baths3BR,2BA$2.04
63 Manchester St, Unit Main63 Manchester St2BR,1BA$3.38
156 Randall St, Unit 156156 Randall St2BR,1BA$3.67
3343 20th St, Unit 33433343 20th St2BR,2BA$4.00
72 Whitney St, Unit 72 Whitney St72 Whitney St2BR,1.5BA$3.64
Windsor at DogpatchB52BR,2BA$4.52
507-511 Dolores St2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$2.10
3509 Mission St, Unit 3509A3509 Mission St2BR,1BA$4.13
278 Precita Ave, Unit 278A278 Precita Ave1BR,1BA$4.40
Mercy Family PlazaStudioStudio ,1BA$4.58

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Frequently Asked Questions about Transmission

What type of rentals are currently available in Transmission?

There are currently 1375 Apartments for Rent in Transmission, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,225 to $8,951. There are also 38 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Transmission ranging from $1,150 to $18,000.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Transmission ranges from $1,150 to $18,000 with an average monthly rent of $4,634.

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

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Transmission range from $2,737 to $5,800, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $4,790 to $15,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $6,500 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $4,595.

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