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Altitude Apartments
150 Airport BlvdSouth San Francisco, CA 94080
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the The East Side Neighborhood of South San Francisco, CA from $2,600 (38 Rentals)
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25 Lewis Ave
25 Lewis AveSouth San Francisco, CA 94080
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515 Cypress Ave
515 Cypress AveSouth San Francisco, CA 94080
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236 Armour Ave
236 Armour AveSouth San Francisco, CA 94080
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120 Gardiner Ave
120 Gardiner AveSouth San Francisco, CA 94080
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124 Green St
124 Green StSouth San Francisco, CA 94080
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217 California Ave
217 California AveSouth San Francisco, CA 94080
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303 Armour Ave
303 Armour AveSouth San Francisco, CA 94080
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149 Gardiner Ave
149 Gardiner AveSouth San Francisco, CA 94080
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1 Bedroom Apartments
850 Olive Ave
850 Olive AveSouth San Francisco, CA 94080
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239 Armour Ave
239 Armour AveSouth San Francisco, CA 94080
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226 Armour Ave
226 Armour AveSouth San Francisco, CA 94080
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146-150 Gardiner Ave
146-150 Gardiner AveSouth San Francisco, CA 94080
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248 Armour Ave
248 Armour AveSouth San Francisco, CA 94080
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112 Green Ave
112 Green AveSouth San Francisco, CA 94080
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126 Gardiner
126 GardinerSouth San Francisco, CA 94080
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19 Lewis Ave
19 Lewis AveSouth San Francisco, CA 94080
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219 Armour Ave
219 Armour AveSouth San Francisco, CA 94080
Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals
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207 Armour Ave
207 Armour AveSouth San Francisco, CA 94080
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107 Chapman Ave
107 Chapman AveSouth San Francisco, CA 94080
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30 Gardiner Ave
30 Gardiner AveSouth San Francisco, CA 94080
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210 Armour Ave
210 Armour AveSouth San Francisco, CA 94080
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3 Lewis Ave
3 Lewis AveSouth San Francisco, CA 94080
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818-820 Cypress Ave
818-820 Cypress AveSouth San Francisco, CA 94080
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723 Cypress Ave
723 Cypress AveSouth San Francisco, CA 94080
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237 Armour Ave
237 Armour AveSouth San Francisco, CA 94080
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18 Gardiner Ave
18 Gardiner AveSouth San Francisco, CA 94080
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141 Gardiner Ave
141 Gardiner AveSouth San Francisco, CA 94080
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160 Pecks Ln
160 Pecks LnSouth San Francisco, CA 94080
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233 8th Ln
233 8th LnSouth San Francisco, CA 94080
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240 Armour Ave
240 Armour AveSouth San Francisco, CA 94080
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312-314 Chapman Ave
312-314 Chapman AveSouth San Francisco, CA 94080
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811 Linden Ave
811 Linden AveSouth San Francisco, CA 94080
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211 Chapman Ave
211 Chapman AveSouth San Francisco, CA 94080
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207 Aspen Ave
207 Aspen AveSouth San Francisco, CA 94080
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817 Linden Ave
817 Linden AveSouth San Francisco, CA 94080
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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.
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Pinefino
100 Baden AveSouth San Francisco, CA 94080
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840 Linden Ave
840 Linden AveSouth San Francisco, CA 94080
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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 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 38 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the The East Side Neighborhood of South San Francisco, CA.
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Cheapest Available The East Side Apartments for Rent
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bell South City | A1D-E | 1BR,1BA | $4,080 |
| Altitude Apartments | A3A Building 150 | 1BR,1BA | $4,323 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in The East Side, CA
As of August 05, 2026 the best value apartment in the The East Side area is the $5.27 price per square foot A5A Building 150 Model at Altitude Apartments in the in the Downtown South San Francisco neighborhood starting from $4,473. The second greatest value The East Side apartment is the A1H-W Model at Bell South City starting at $4,220 with a $6.25 price per square foot in the Downtown South San Francisco neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for The East Side apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Altitude Apartments | A5A Building 150 | 1BR,1BA | $5.27 |
| Bell South City | A1H-W | 1BR,1BA | $6.25 |
Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money
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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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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap The East Side Apartments
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Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in The East Side is starting from $4,940 at Bell South City.
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