
Cheap Homes for Rent in San Francisco County, CA from $1,295 (10 Rentals)
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675 Prentiss St

1906 Mission St

319 Ivy St

6 Doric Alley
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2332 Taraval St

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San Francisco County, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in San Francisco County?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| San Francisco County 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $8,062 | $3,999 | $10,000+ |
| San Francisco County 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $9,794 | $3,650 | $10,000+ |
| San Francisco County 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $16,054 | $6,450 | $10,000+ |
| San Francisco County 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $22,625 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
| San Francisco County 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $25,000 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
| San Francisco County 7 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $20,750 | $1,500 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available San Francisco County Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in San Francisco County, CA is a Studio unit found at SF House in the South Of Market neighborhood priced from $1,300. 145 Leavenworth St in the South Of Market neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,695. Here is today’s list of the most affordable San Francisco County apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| SF House | Urban Nest | Studio,1BA | $1,300 |
| 145 Leavenworth St | Studio, 1 full | Studio,1BA | $1,695 |
| 1030 Post Street Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,695 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in San Francisco County, CA
As of August 31, 2026 the best value apartment in the San Francisco County area is the $4.57 price per square foot 4326 Irving St Model at 4326 Irving St, Unit 305 in the in the Outer Sunset neighborhood starting from $7,775. The second greatest value San Francisco County apartment is the Floorplan Q Model at Ashton starting at $5,912 with a $3.63 price per square foot in the Hunters Point neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for San Francisco County apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4326 Irving St, Unit 305 | 4326 Irving St | 4BR,3BA | $4.57 |
| Ashton | Floorplan Q | 2BR,2BA | $3.63 |
| Highpoint Terrace | APPLY NOW FOR FUTURE AVAILABILITY! - Spacious a... | 2BR,2BA | $2.78 |
| Parkmerced Apartments | 3 Bed 2 Bath TH | 3BR,2BA | $3.86 |
| NorthPoint Vistas | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $4.79 |
| Bennett Lofts | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $4.69 |
| 1101 Howard St | 2 Br / 1 Ba | 2BR,1BA | $2.34 |
| Mt. Sutro Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $4.61 |
| Lakewood Apartments At Lake Merced | 1Bed 1 Bath #1 | 1BR,1BA | $4.62 |
| 1030 Post Street Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.99 |
Frequently Asked Questions about San Francisco County
What type of rentals are currently available in San Francisco County?
There are currently 10982 Apartments for Rent in San Francisco County, CA with pricing that ranges from $898 to $25,000. There are also 266 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in San Francisco County ranging from $1,295 to $40,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in San Francisco County?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in San Francisco County ranges from $1,295 to $40,000 with an average monthly rent of $8,798.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in San Francisco County?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in San Francisco County range from $1,400 to $24,375, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $3,650 to $22,995. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $6,450 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $5,200.
Expert Rental Resources
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