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Union Square, San Francisco, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent a home in Union Square?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Union Square 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $10,783 | $5,800 | $10,000+ |
| Union Square 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $27,500 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Union Square Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Union Square area of San Francisco, CA is a Studio unit found at SF House priced from $1,300. 225 Ellis St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,400. Here are the most affordable Union Square apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| SF House | Urban Nest | Studio,1BA | $1,300 |
| 225 Ellis St | Efficiency Studio | Studio, | $1,400 |
| Yerba Buena Commons | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,567 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Union Square, CA
As of May 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Union Square area is the $5.63 price per square foot B5 Model at Prism in the in the South Of Market neighborhood starting from $4,378. The second greatest value Union Square apartment is the 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Model at The Paramount starting at $5,995 with a $8.27 price per square foot in the South Of Market neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Union Square apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prism | B5 | 2BR,1BA | $5.63 |
| The Paramount | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $8.27 |
| SoMa Square | 1 Bedroom L | 1BR,1BA | $5.92 |
| 645 Stockton Street | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $8.05 |
| Jasper | S-2 | Studio ,1BA | $9.05 |
| 500 Folsom | Plan Twain | Studio ,1BA | $9.71 |
| Yerba Buena Commons | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $5.02 |
| 225 Ellis St | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $7.14 |
| OSM Trade Street | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $7.09 |
| FOUND Study San Francisco | Student Housing | Single Room (Private) | 1BR,1BA | $6.67 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Union Square
What type of rentals are currently available in Union Square?
There are currently 337 Apartments for Rent in Union Square, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,300 to $9,780. There are also 37 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Union Square ranging from $3,600 to $30,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Union Square?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Union Square ranges from $3,600 to $30,000 with an average monthly rent of $11,637.
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