
Apartments for Rent in the The East Side Neighborhood of South San Francisco, CA (62 Rentals)


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401 Cypress Ave, Unit GO FL5-ID1280669P

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401 Cypress Ave, Unit SI FL5-ID1280670P

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401 Cypress Ave, Unit SI FL8-ID1280658P

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401 Cypress Ave, Unit SI FL5-ID1280668P

401 Cypress Ave

1107 Airport Blvd

30 Gardiner Ave

18 Gardiner Ave
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146-150 Gardiner Ave

16 Chapman Ave

154 Gardiner Ave

120 Gardiner Ave

126 Gardiner

818-820 Cypress Ave

3 Lewis Ave

149 Gardiner Ave

141 Gardiner Ave

107 Chapman Ave
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723 Cypress Ave

803-811 Cypress Ave

207 Armour Ave

7 Lewis Ave

515 Cypress Ave

207 Aspen Ave

15 Lewis Ave

210 Armour Ave

11 Lewis Ave

505 Cypress Ave
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19 Lewis Ave

25 Lewis Ave

24 Lewis Ave

21 Lewis Ave

217 California Ave

226 Armour Ave

219 Armour Ave

124 Green St

233 8th Ln

211 Chapman Ave
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34 Lewis Ave

112 Green Ave

230 Aspen Ave

236 Armour Ave

237 Pine Ter

240 Armour Ave

237 Armour Ave

248 Armour Ave

239 Armour Ave

312-314 Chapman Ave
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The East Side, South San Francisco, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in The East Side?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| The East Side 1 Bedroom Apartments | $5,271 | $3,835 | $7,237 |
| The East Side 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,869 | $4,741 | $8,122 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleThe East Side, South San Francisco, CA
Ranked #7
Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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4.0Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about The East Side
What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in the The East Side area of South San Francisco, CA?
As of today, August 05, 2026, there are currently 62 available The East Side apartments priced from $3,835 to $8,122, with an average monthly rent of $5,629.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in The East Side cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in The East Side range from $4,741 to $8,122. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $5,869.
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