
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

537 Grand Ave

544 Commercial Ave

515 Cypress Ave

517 Linden Ave

674 Grand Ave

549 Commercial Ave
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629 S Miller Ave

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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

100 Spruce Ave

867 Commercial Ave

416 Miller Ave

404 Spruce Ave

140 Southwood Ctr

200 Maple Ave

321 Commercial Ave

217 California Ave

114-118 Orange Ave
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521 Miller Ave

570 Baden

505-507 Baden Ave

125-127 Chestnut Ave

871 Commercial Ave

470 Baden Ave

15 Spruce Ave

148 Southwood Ctr

Oak Arms Apartments

559 Commercial Ave
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337 Miller Ave

317 Commercial Ave

543 Baden Ave

319 Lux Ave

458 Baden Ave

454 Railroad Ave

859 Commercial Ave

614 Commercial Ave

315 Lux Ave

Grant Manor
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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 | $3,000 | $2,460 | $3,540 |
| Tenforan 1 Bedroom Apartments | $4,143 | $2,295 | $8,223 |
| Tenforan 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,770 | $2,795 | $8,664 |
| Tenforan 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,600 | $5,270 | $5,930 |
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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 $2,325. 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Village at the Crossing 55+ Senior Community | One Bedroom A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,325 |
| 362 Alida Way | 1 bed/1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,450 |
| Clubview Apartment Homes | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,795 |
| Acappella | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $3,764 |
| Bell South City | A1G-W | 1BR,1BA | $4,110 |
| Avalon San Bruno | 1066 | 2BR,2BA | $4,383 |
| Altitude Apartments | A5A Building 150 | 1BR,1BA | $4,596 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Tenforan, CA
As of August 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Tenforan area is the $4.11 price per square foot 1066 Model at Avalon San Bruno in the in the San Bruno neighborhood starting from $4,383. 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Avalon San Bruno | 1066 | 2BR,2BA | $4.11 |
| Clubview Apartment Homes | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $4.06 |
| Altitude Apartments | A5A Building 150 | 1BR,1BA | $5.42 |
| Acappella | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $5.11 |
| Bell South City | A1I-W | 1BR,1BA | $6.37 |
| Village at the Crossing 55+ Senior Community | One Bedroom A1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.70 |
| 362 Alida Way | 1 bed/1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $4.30 |
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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 $2,325, while the average apartment in Tenforan costs $4,305.
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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