Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Tenforan Neighborhood of South San Francisco, CA from $1,400 (124 Rentals)

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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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805-809 Baden Ave
Studio Apartments

805-809 Baden Ave

805-809 Baden 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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410 Maple Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

410 Maple Ave

410 Maple 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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674 Grand Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

674 Grand Ave

674 Grand 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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544 Commercial Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

544 Commercial Ave

544 Commercial 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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517 Linden Ave
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

517 Linden Ave

517 Linden AveSouth San Francisco, CA 94080
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321 Commercial Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

321 Commercial Ave

321 Commercial AveSouth San Francisco, CA 94080
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570 Baden
Studio Apartments

570 Baden

570 BadenSouth 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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871 Commercial Ave
Studio Apartments

871 Commercial Ave

871 Commercial 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
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15 Spruce Ave
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

15 Spruce Ave

15 Spruce AveSouth San Francisco, CA 94080
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114-118 Orange Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

114-118 Orange Ave

114-118 Orange AveSouth San Francisco, CA 94080
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521 Miller Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

521 Miller Ave

521 Miller 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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200 Maple Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

200 Maple Ave

200 Maple AveSouth San Francisco, CA 94080
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505-507 Baden Ave
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

505-507 Baden Ave

505-507 Baden AveSouth 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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464 Miller Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

464 Miller Ave

464 Miller AveSouth San Francisco, CA 94080
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570 Railroad Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

570 Railroad Ave

570 Railroad AveSouth San Francisco, CA 94080
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The Linden
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Linden

200 Linden AveSouth San Francisco, CA 94080
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348 Commercial Ave
Studio Apartments

348 Commercial Ave

348 Commercial AveSouth San Francisco, CA 94080
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144 Country Club Dr
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

144 Country Club Dr

144 Country Club DrSouth 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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100 Spruce Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

100 Spruce Ave

100 Spruce 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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404 Spruce Ave
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

404 Spruce Ave

404 Spruce AveSouth San Francisco, CA 94080

Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

When searching for a roommate, follow this list of essential steps and set clear expectations to create a solid foundation for a harmonious living situation.

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859 Commercial Ave
Studio Apartments

859 Commercial Ave

859 Commercial AveSouth San Francisco, CA 94080
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614 Commercial Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

614 Commercial Ave

614 Commercial AveSouth San Francisco, CA 94080
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Grant Manor
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Grant Manor

512 Grand AveSouth San Francisco, CA 94080
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315 Lux Ave
Studio Apartments

315 Lux Ave

315 Lux AveSouth San Francisco, CA 94080
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473 Baden Ave
Studio Apartments

473 Baden Ave

473 Baden AveSouth San Francisco, CA 94080
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855 Commercial Ave
Studio Apartments

855 Commercial Ave

855 Commercial AveSouth San Francisco, CA 94080
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560 Miller Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

560 Miller Ave

560 Miller AveSouth San Francisco, CA 94080
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507 Grand Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

507 Grand Ave

507 Grand AveSouth San Francisco, CA 94080
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607 Commercial Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

607 Commercial Ave

607 Commercial AveSouth San Francisco, CA 94080
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670 Grand Ave
5 Bedroom Apartments

670 Grand Ave

670 Grand AveSouth San Francisco, CA 94080

How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Finding the right apartment starts with three things: location, cost, and amenities. Get the insider perspective from a real estate professional on how to nail all three.

Tenforan, South San Francisco, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Tenforan Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Tenforan area of San Francisco, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Village at the Crossing 55+ Senior Community priced from $2,295. 362 Alida Way has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,450. Here are the most affordable Tenforan apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Village at the Crossing 55+ Senior CommunityOne Bedroom A11BR,1BA$2,295
362 Alida Way1 bed/1 bath1BR,1BA$2,450
Clubview Apartment Homes1x11BR,1BA$2,795
Peninsula Pines ApartmentsThe Bishop Pine1BR,1BA$3,112
Avalon San Bruno6741BR,1BA$3,308
Altitude ApartmentsA3 Building 2001BR,1BA$4,158
AcappellaB12BR,2BA$4,545

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Tenforan, CA

As of June 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the Tenforan area is the $4.12 price per square foot B1 Model at Acappella in the in the Westborough neighborhood starting from $4,506. The second greatest value Tenforan apartment is the 2x1 Model at Clubview Apartment Homes starting at $3,495 with a $4.06 price per square foot in the Pacific Heights neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Tenforan apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
AcappellaB12BR,2BA$4.12
Clubview Apartment Homes2x12BR,1BA$4.06
Altitude ApartmentsA3 Building 2001BR,1BA$5.39
Peninsula Pines ApartmentsThe Bishop Pine1BR,1BA$4.65
Village at the Crossing 55+ Senior CommunityOne Bedroom A11BR,1BA$3.65
362 Alida Way1 bed/1 bath1BR,1BA$4.30

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Tenforan, South San Francisco, CA

Ranked #4

Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Tenforan Apartments

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Tenforan?

The cheapest apartment in Tenforan is Village at the Crossing 55+ Senior Community which is listed at $2,295, while the average apartment in Tenforan costs $6,135.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Tenforan?

Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 4 regular apartments in Tenforan that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

Expert Rental Resources

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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For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

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