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Cheapest Available San Francisco County Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in San Francisco County, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at FOUND Study San Francisco in the South Of Market neighborhood priced from $700. Oasis Apartments in the South Of Market neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,095. Here is today’s list of the most affordable San Francisco County apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
FOUND Study San FranciscoDouble1BR,1BA$700
Oasis ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,095
229 EllisSmall RoomStudio,1BA$1,350
1008 LarkinEfficiency StudioStudio,1BA$1,395
Yerba Buena CommonsStudioStudio,1BA$1,495
949 Post St - Age 55+StudioStudio,1BA$1,545
The Cornelia SuitesCornelia Suites EfficiencyStudio,1BA$1,550
650 EllisStudio 1 BathStudio,1BA$1,595

Best Value Apartments for Rent in San Francisco County, CA

As of July 04, 2025 the best value apartment in the San Francisco County area is the $1.30 price per square foot Masonic Model at 1395 Masonic Ave in the in the Japantown neighborhood starting from $2,850. The second greatest value San Francisco County apartment is the 1877 19th Ave Model at 1877 19th Ave, Unit Top Floor starting at $3,650 with a $2.03 price per square foot in the Sunset District neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for San Francisco County apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1395 Masonic AveMasonic4BR,2BA$1.30
1877 19th Ave, Unit Top Floor1877 19th Ave3BR,2BA$2.03
746 Spruce St, Unit 3746 Spruce St3BR,2BA$2.72
1472 12th Ave, Unit 14721472 12th Ave3BR,2BA$3.09
1709 Baker Ct, Unit 1709 Baker Court Apt F1709 Baker Ct4BR,2.5BA$0.77
175 Rae Ave, Unit A175 Rae Ave3BR,2BA$2.53
17 Kiska Rd17 Kiska Rd3BR,2BA$2.76
1676 48th Ave, Unit 48th ave1676 48th Ave3BR,1.5BA$2.88
Highpoint TerraceAPPLY NOW FOR FUTURE AVAILABILITY! - Spacious a...2BR,2BA$2.78
2120 Pacific AveNo Current AvailabilityStudio ,1BA$2.65

Frequently Asked Questions about San Francisco County

What type of rentals are currently available in San Francisco County?

There are currently 10950 Apartments for Rent in San Francisco County, CA with pricing that ranges from $728 to $17,944. There are also 474 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in San Francisco County ranging from $895 to $37,995.

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 $895 to $37,995 with an average monthly rent of $11,297.

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 $728 to $13,975, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,650 to $30,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,260 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,150.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

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