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

362 Alida Way

Clubview Apartment Homes

674 Grand Ave

549 Commercial Ave

544 Commercial Ave

515 Cypress Ave

537 Grand Ave

517 Linden Ave
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629 S Miller Ave

The Antoinette Apartments

805-809 Baden Ave

410 Maple Ave

S & L Hotel

502 Commercial Ave

464 Miller Ave

570 Railroad Ave

The Linden

348 Commercial Ave
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144 Country Club Dr

867 Commercial Ave

100 Spruce Ave

404 Spruce Ave

416 Miller Ave

321 Commercial Ave

570 Baden

148 Southwood Ctr

Oak Arms Apartments

871 Commercial Ave
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470 Baden Ave

15 Spruce Ave

114-118 Orange Ave

521 Miller Ave

140 Southwood Ctr

200 Maple Ave

505-507 Baden Ave

125-127 Chestnut Ave

217 California Ave

458 Baden Ave
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454 Railroad Ave

316 Alida Way

317 Commercial Ave

319 Lux Ave

543 Baden Ave

337 Miller Ave

559 Commercial Ave

315 Lux Ave

473 Baden Ave

855 Commercial Ave
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Tenforan, South San Francisco, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Tenforan?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tenforan Studio Apartments | $3,210 | $3,210 | $3,210 |
| Tenforan 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,580 | $2,295 | $7,126 |
| Tenforan 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,858 | $2,795 | $7,252 |
| Tenforan 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,987 | $3,987 | $3,987 |
| Tenforan 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,500 | $4,500 | $4,500 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 124 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Tenforan Neighborhood of South San Francisco, CA.
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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 $2,135. Clubview Apartment Homes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,550. Here are the most affordable Tenforan apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Village at the Crossing 55+ Senior Community | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,135 |
| Clubview Apartment Homes | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,550 |
| Nine88 Apartments | Maple | 1BR,1BA | $2,625 |
| Acappella | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $3,027 |
| Avalon San Bruno | 674 | 1BR,1BA | $3,036 |
| Altitude Apartments | A4_Phase I | 1BR,1BA | $3,379 |
| Peninsula Pines Apartments | The Ponderosa Pine | 3BR,2BA | $3,987 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Tenforan, CA
As of January 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Tenforan area is the $3.32 price per square foot The Ponderosa Pine Model at Peninsula Pines Apartments in the in the Pacific Heights neighborhood starting from $3,987. The second greatest value Tenforan apartment is the 660 Railroad Ave Model at 660 Railroad Ave, Unit 660 starting at $4,500 with a $4.84 price per square foot in the Westborough neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Tenforan apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Peninsula Pines Apartments | The Ponderosa Pine | 3BR,2BA | $3.32 |
| 660 Railroad Ave, Unit 660 | 660 Railroad Ave | 4BR,2BA | $4.84 |
| Altitude Apartments | A1_Phase I | 1BR,1BA | $4.34 |
| Acappella | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $4.11 |
| Clubview Apartment Homes | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.49 |
| Nine88 Apartments | Walnut | 1BR,1BA | $5.24 |
| Village at the Crossing 55+ Senior Community | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.40 |
| Avalon San Bruno | 568 | 1BR,1BA | $5.40 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleTenforan, South San Francisco, CA
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Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
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 $2,135, while the average apartment in Tenforan costs $4,500.
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.
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