
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Tenforan Neighborhood of South San Francisco, CA from $1,400 (23 Rentals)
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362 Alida Way

Clubview Apartment Homes

Altitude Apartments

657 Grand Ave

Magnolia Plaza Senior Apartments

428 Miller Ave
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Twin Manor

Pinefino

Grand & Linden Family Apartments

663 1st Ln

Village at the Crossing 55+ Senior Community

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853 Commodore Dr, Unit SI FL5-ID583

Avalon San Bruno
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853 Commodore Dr, Unit SI FL5-ID988

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Acappella

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1099 Admiral Ct, Unit SI FL2-ID12198A

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1051 Commodore Dr, Unit SI FL3-ID2077

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1099 Admiral Ct, Unit SI FL2-ID12062A

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853 Commodore Dr, Unit SI FL5-ID622

1099 Admiral Ct, Unit SI FL3-ID12010A
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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 | $2,150 | $2,150 | $2,150 |
| Tenforan 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,694 | $2,295 | $7,719 |
| Tenforan 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,911 | $2,795 | $8,664 |
| Tenforan 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,792 | $4,935 | $6,640 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 23 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 $2,295. 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Village at the Crossing 55+ Senior Community | One Bedroom A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,295 |
| 362 Alida Way | 1 bed/1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,450 |
| Clubview Apartment Homes | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,795 |
| Peninsula Pines Apartments | The Bishop Pine | 1BR,1BA | $3,022 |
| Grand & Linden Family Apartments | 2x2 Grand | 2BR,2BA | $3,393 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Tenforan, CA
As of June 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the Tenforan 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 Tenforan apartment is the B1 Model at Acappella starting at $4,686 with a $4.29 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grand & Linden Family Apartments | 2x2 Grand | 2BR,2BA | $3.02 |
| Acappella | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $4.29 |
| Avalon San Bruno | B2-1018-1021 | 2BR,2BA | $4.37 |
| Clubview Apartment Homes | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $4.06 |
| Altitude Apartments | A3 Building 200 | 1BR,1BA | $5.41 |
| Peninsula Pines Apartments | The Bishop Pine | 1BR,1BA | $4.65 |
| Village at the Crossing 55+ Senior Community | One Bedroom A1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.65 |
| 362 Alida Way | 1 bed/1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $4.30 |
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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.
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4.0Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Tenforan Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Tenforan Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Tenforan Apartment is $2,295 at Village at the Crossing 55+ Senior Community.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Tenforan Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Tenforan is starting from $2,795 at Village at the Crossing 55+ Senior Community.
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