
Homes for Rent in South San Francisco, CA Under $5,400 (43 Rentals)


225 Alta Mesa Dr

3912 Haussman Ct

657 Grand Ave

134 Hilton Ave

1488 El Camino Real, Unit 315

2350 Rosewood Dr

1724 Burrows St
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1099 Admiral Ct, Unit SI FL2-ID11811A

1099 Admiral Ct, Unit SI FL1-ID11890A

66 Bay View St

875 Huron Ave

412 Cortland Ave

175 Williams Ave

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853 Commodore Dr, Unit SI FL5-ID622

463 Talbot Ave
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224 Cordova St

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1099 Admiral Ct, Unit SI FL2-ID12062A

840 Templeton Ave

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1051 Commodore Dr, Unit SI FL3-ID2077

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1099 Admiral Ct, Unit SI FL2-ID12198A

1254 Terra Nova Blvd

178 Scotia Ave
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316 Humboldt Rd

480 Monterey St

1354 Palou Ave

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853 Commodore Dr, Unit SI FL5-ID988

848 Girard St

8142 Shelter Creek Ln

7226 Shelter Creek Ln, Unit Shelter

976 Masson Ave
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38 Fredson Ct

257 East Ave, Unit 1

150 Frankfort St

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853 Commodore Dr, Unit SI FL5-ID583

72 Crestview Ave

133 Caine Ave

8200 Oceanview Terrace

850 Morningside Dr
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165 Summit St

368 Imperial Way

4581 Callan Blvd
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How much does it cost to rent a home in South San Francisco?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South San Francisco 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,263 | $3,450 | $5,600 |
| South San Francisco 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,123 | $1,400 | $7,500 |
| South San Francisco 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,975 | $4,700 | $9,250 |
| South San Francisco 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,750 | $6,600 | $6,900 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about South San Francisco
What type of rentals are currently available in South San Francisco?
There are currently 1305 Apartments for Rent in South San Francisco, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,799 to $18,328. There are also 60 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in South San Francisco ranging from $1,400 to $68,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in South San Francisco?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in South San Francisco ranges from $1,400 to $68,000 with an average monthly rent of $13,834.
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