
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Van Ness Neighborhood of San Francisco, CA from $600 (73 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Van Ness area of San Francisco.


Geary Courtyard

666 Jackson St

SF House

949 Post St - Age 55+

810 Hyde St
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Van Ness, San Francisco, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Van Ness?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Van Ness Studio Apartments | $2,835 | $603 | $5,264 |
| Van Ness 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,513 | $1,250 | $7,249 |
| Van Ness 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,758 | $976 | $8,672 |
| Van Ness 3 Bedroom Apartments | $8,155 | $3,695 | $10,000+ |
| Van Ness 4 Bedroom Apartments | $6,338 | $5,250 | $7,000 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 73 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Van Ness Neighborhood of San Francisco, CA.
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Cheapest Available Van Ness Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Van Ness area of San Francisco, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at FOUND Study San Francisco priced from $700. Geary Courtyard has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,121. Here are the most affordable Van Ness apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| FOUND Study San Francisco | Double | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
| Geary Courtyard | 0x1 | Studio,1BA | $1,121 |
| SF House | Urban Nest | Studio,1BA | $1,300 |
| 965 Geary Street | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,395 |
| 949 Post St - Age 55+ | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,545 |
| Larkin Street Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,650 |
| 735 Taylor | 1 Efficiency 1 Bath Apartment | Studio,1BA | $1,695 |
| 650 Ellis | 1 Studio 1 Bath Apartment | Studio,1BA | $1,695 |
| 925 Geary Street | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,745 |
| 516 Ellis | 1 Studio 1 Bath Apartment | Studio,1BA | $1,795 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Van Ness, CA
As of November 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the Van Ness area is the $3.89 price per square foot 2 Bed 2 Bath Corner Unit Model at 280 Fell Street Apartments in the in the NOMA neighborhood starting from $4,400. The second greatest value Van Ness apartment is the No Current Availability Model at 2120 Pacific Ave starting at $2,250 with a $2.65 price per square foot in the NOMA neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Van Ness apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 280 Fell Street Apartments | 2 Bed 2 Bath Corner Unit | 2BR,2BA | $3.89 |
| 2120 Pacific Ave | No Current Availability | Studio ,1BA | $2.65 |
| 798 Post | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $3.90 |
| Trinity Towers Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.24 |
| 965 Geary Street | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.79 |
| 1080 Eddy Street Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.71 |
| Pine Grove Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.99 |
| The Cornelia Suites | Cornelia Suites 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $4.00 |
| Geary Courtyard | 0x1 | Studio ,1BA | $2.28 |
| FOUND Study San Francisco | Student Housing | Double | 1BR,1BA | $3.12 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleVan Ness, San Francisco, CA
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Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving.com works hard to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Van Ness, San Francisco, and the greater San Francisco area. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for the best outdoor access, luxury amenities, features that make it easier to raise kids, raising pets, transit options, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Van Ness Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Van Ness?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Van Ness is at Geary Courtyard listed at $1,121.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Van Ness Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Van Ness Apartment is $700 at FOUND Study San Francisco.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Van Ness Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Van Ness is starting from $2,399 at 965 Geary Street.
What is the most affordable Van Ness Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Van Ness Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Hanover Soma West and starts from $6,122.
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