
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Oyster Point Neighborhood of South San Francisco, CA from $1,905 (109 Rentals)
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Magnolia Plaza Senior Apartments

515 Cypress Ave

549 Commercial Ave

629 S Miller Ave

537 Grand Ave

674 Grand Ave

25 Lewis Ave

502 Commercial Ave

S & L Hotel
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517 Linden Ave

618 Olive Ave

410 Maple Ave

236 Armour Ave

120 Gardiner Ave

544 Commercial Ave

226 Armour Ave

100 Spruce Ave

15 Spruce Ave

464 Miller Ave
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149 Gardiner Ave

303 Armour Ave

570 Railroad Ave

114-118 Orange Ave

348 Commercial Ave

The Linden

324 Pine Ave

416 Miller Ave

404 Spruce Ave

239 Armour Ave
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619 Linden Ave

505-507 Baden Ave

521 Miller Ave

470 Baden Ave

200 Maple Ave

570 Baden

217 California Ave

321 Commercial Ave

850 Olive Ave

124 Green St
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303 Pine Ave

126 Gardiner

112 Green Ave

507 Grand Ave

607 Commercial Ave

Grant Manor

315 Lux Ave

454 Railroad Ave

458 Baden Ave

319 Lux Ave
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Oyster Point, South San Francisco, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Oyster Point?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oyster Point Studio Apartments | $3,115 | $1,950 | $3,550 |
| Oyster Point 1 Bedroom Apartments | $4,253 | $1,905 | $7,470 |
| Oyster Point 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,728 | $4,617 | $8,664 |
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There are currently 109 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Oyster Point Neighborhood of South San Francisco, CA.
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Cheapest Available Oyster Point Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Oyster Point area of San Francisco, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at 21 Alvarado St priced from $2,795. Grand & Linden Family Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $3,393. Here are the most affordable Oyster Point apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Alvarado St | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,795 |
| Grand & Linden Family Apartments | 2x2 Grand | 2BR,2BA | $3,393 |
| Bell South City | A1C-W | 1BR,1BA | $3,995 |
| Altitude Apartments | A5A Building 150 | 1BR,1BA | $4,532 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Oyster Point, CA
As of September 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Oyster Point area is the $3.02 price per square foot 2x2 Grand Model at Grand & Linden Family Apartments in the in the Downtown South San Francisco neighborhood starting from $3,393. The second greatest value Oyster Point apartment is the A5A Building 150 Model at Altitude Apartments starting at $4,532 with a $5.34 price per square foot in the Downtown South San Francisco neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Oyster Point apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grand & Linden Family Apartments | 2x2 Grand | 2BR,2BA | $3.02 |
| Altitude Apartments | A5A Building 150 | 1BR,1BA | $5.34 |
| 21 Alvarado St | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $4.11 |
| Bell South City | A1C-W | 1BR,1BA | $7.26 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Oyster Point Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Oyster Point Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Oyster Point Apartment is $2,795 at 21 Alvarado St.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Oyster Point Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Oyster Point is starting from $3,393 at Grand & Linden Family Apartments.
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