Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown South San Francisco Neighborhood of South San Francisco, CA from $1,900 (232 Rentals)

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428 Miller Ave
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

428 Miller Ave

428 Miller AveSouth San Francisco, CA 94080
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Celeste
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Celeste

401 Cypress AveSouth San Francisco, CA 94080
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S & L Hotel
Studio Apartments

S & L Hotel

400 Miller AveSouth San Francisco, CA 94080

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352 Susie Way
Studio Apartments

352 Susie Way

352 Susie WaySouth San Francisco, CA 94080
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636 El Camino
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

636 El Camino

630-636 El Camino RealSouth San Francisco, CA 94080
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544 Commercial Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

544 Commercial Ave

544 Commercial AveSouth San Francisco, CA 94080
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674 Grand Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

674 Grand Ave

674 Grand AveSouth San Francisco, CA 94080
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629 S Miller Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

629 S Miller Ave

629 S Miller AveSouth San Francisco, CA 94080
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25 Lewis Ave
Studio Apartments

25 Lewis Ave

25 Lewis AveSouth San Francisco, CA 94080
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515 Cypress Ave
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

515 Cypress Ave

515 Cypress AveSouth San Francisco, CA 94080
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537 Grand Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

537 Grand Ave

537 Grand AveSouth San Francisco, CA 94080

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120 Gardiner Ave
Studio Apartments

120 Gardiner Ave

120 Gardiner AveSouth San Francisco, CA 94080
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549 Commercial Ave
Studio Apartments

549 Commercial Ave

549 Commercial AveSouth San Francisco, CA 94080
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618 Olive Ave
3 Bedroom Apartments

618 Olive Ave

618 Olive AveSouth San Francisco, CA 94080
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236 Armour Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

236 Armour Ave

236 Armour AveSouth San Francisco, CA 94080
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502 Commercial Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

502 Commercial Ave

502 Commercial AveSouth San Francisco, CA 94080
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517 Linden Ave
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

517 Linden Ave

517 Linden AveSouth San Francisco, CA 94080
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805-809 Baden Ave
Studio Apartments

805-809 Baden Ave

805-809 Baden AveSouth San Francisco, CA 94080
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Rotary Terrace
1 Bedroom Apartments

Rotary Terrace

310 Miller AveSouth San Francisco, CA 94080
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410 Maple Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

410 Maple Ave

410 Maple AveSouth San Francisco, CA 94080
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Pinefino
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Pinefino

100 Baden AveSouth San Francisco, CA 94080
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416 Miller Ave
Studio Apartments

416 Miller Ave

416 Miller AveSouth San Francisco, CA 94080
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200 Maple Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

200 Maple Ave

200 Maple AveSouth San Francisco, CA 94080
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148 Southwood Ctr
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

148 Southwood Ctr

148 Southwood CtrSouth San Francisco, CA 94080
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395 Susie Way
2 Bedroom Apartments

395 Susie Way

395 Susie WaySouth San Francisco, CA 94080
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336 Susie Way
2 Bedroom Apartments

336 Susie Way

336 Susie WaySouth San Francisco, CA 94080
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226 Armour Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

226 Armour Ave

226 Armour AveSouth San Francisco, CA 94080
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324 Pine Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

324 Pine Ave

324 Pine AveSouth San Francisco, CA 94080
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909 Grand Ave
Studio Apartments

909 Grand Ave

909 Grand AveSouth San Francisco, CA 94080
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140 Southwood Ctr
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

140 Southwood Ctr

140 Southwood CtrSouth San Francisco, CA 94080
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871 Commercial Ave
Studio Apartments

871 Commercial Ave

871 Commercial AveSouth San Francisco, CA 94080
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364 Susie Way
2 Bedroom Apartments

364 Susie Way

364 Susie WaySouth San Francisco, CA 94080
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401 Chestnut Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

401 Chestnut Ave

401 Chestnut AveSouth San Francisco, CA 94080

The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro

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360 Susie Way
2 Bedroom Apartments

360 Susie Way

360 Susie WaySouth San Francisco, CA 94080
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217 California Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

217 California Ave

217 California AveSouth San Francisco, CA 94080
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Sundial
Studio Apartments

Sundial

224 Grand AveSouth San Francisco, CA 94080
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303 Armour Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

303 Armour Ave

303 Armour AveSouth San Francisco, CA 94080
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867 Commercial Ave
Studio Apartments

867 Commercial Ave

867 Commercial AveSouth San Francisco, CA 94080
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239 Armour Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

239 Armour Ave

239 Armour AveSouth San Francisco, CA 94080
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464 Miller Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

464 Miller Ave

464 Miller AveSouth San Francisco, CA 94080

Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

Discover how your credit score impacts your ability to lease or buy a home. Learn how credit scores are determined, how to check yours, and strategies to improve it for real estate success.

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348 Commercial Ave
Studio Apartments

348 Commercial Ave

348 Commercial AveSouth San Francisco, CA 94080
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149 Gardiner Ave
Studio Apartments

149 Gardiner Ave

149 Gardiner AveSouth San Francisco, CA 94080
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470 Baden Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

470 Baden Ave

470 Baden AveSouth San Francisco, CA 94080

Cheapest Available Downtown South San Francisco Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown South San Francisco area of San Francisco, CA is a Studio unit found at Altitude Apartments priced from $2,781. Celeste has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $3,061. Here are the most affordable Downtown South San Francisco apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Altitude ApartmentsS2_Phase IIStudio,1BA$2,781
CelesteA51BR,1BA$3,061
Peninsula Pines ApartmentsThe Monterey Pine2BR,1BA$3,487

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown South San Francisco, CA

As of October 09, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown South San Francisco area is the $3.87 price per square foot The Monterey Pine Model at Peninsula Pines Apartments in the in the Pacific Heights neighborhood starting from $3,487. The second greatest value Downtown South San Francisco apartment is the A9 Model at Celeste starting at $3,499 with a $5.15 price per square foot in the Downtown South San Francisco neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown South San Francisco apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Peninsula Pines ApartmentsThe Monterey Pine2BR,1BA$3.87
CelesteA91BR,1BA$5.15
Altitude ApartmentsS2_Phase IIStudio ,1BA$4.69

Getting Around the Downtown South San Francisco Neighborhood in South San Francisco, CA

Walk Score®

88 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

65 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

1 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

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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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.