
Top Rated Apartments for Rent in South San Francisco, CA (110 Rentals)
Apartments in South San Francisco with the best features, newest construction, and richest amenities.

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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South San Francisco?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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South San Francisco Top Rated Studio Apartments | $2,485 | $1,680 | $3,300 |
South San Francisco Top Rated 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,996 | $2,095 | $7,126 |
South San Francisco Top Rated 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,808 | $2,725 | $7,995 |
South San Francisco Top Rated 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,531 | $3,600 | $5,253 |
South San Francisco Top Rated 4 Bedroom Apartments | $6,000 | $6,000 | $6,000 |
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Best Local Schools in South San Francisco, CA
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Getting Around South San Francisco, CA
Walk Score®
66 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
60 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
1 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about South San Francisco
How much are Studio apartments in South San Francisco?
There are currently 722 Studio Apartments in South San Francisco with rent ranges from $2,100 to $3,300 with an average price of $3,964.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom South San Francisco Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in South San Francisco ranges from $2,095 to $7,126 with an average monthly rent of $2,996.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in South San Francisco cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in South San Francisco range from $2,725 to $7,995. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $3,808.
How expensive are South San Francisco Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 131 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in South San Francisco on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $3,600 to $5,253 - averaging $4,531 for the location.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Written by: Trey Huguley
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