
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

515 Cypress Ave

236 Armour Ave

120 Gardiner Ave

124 Green St

217 California Ave

303 Armour Ave

149 Gardiner Ave
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850 Olive Ave

239 Armour Ave

226 Armour Ave

146-150 Gardiner Ave

248 Armour Ave

112 Green Ave

126 Gardiner

19 Lewis Ave

219 Armour Ave
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207 Armour Ave

107 Chapman Ave

30 Gardiner Ave

210 Armour Ave

3 Lewis Ave

818-820 Cypress Ave

723 Cypress Ave

237 Armour Ave

18 Gardiner Ave
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141 Gardiner Ave

160 Pecks Ln

233 8th Ln

240 Armour Ave

312-314 Chapman Ave

811 Linden Ave

211 Chapman Ave

207 Aspen Ave

817 Linden Ave
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Pinefino

840 Linden Ave
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 | $4,455 | $3,985 | $7,719 |
| The East Side 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,085 | $4,633 | $5,347 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Altitude Apartments | A3A Building 150 | 1BR,1BA | $3,999 |
Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money
Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.
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Pet Friendly LifestyleThe East Side, South San Francisco, CA
Ranked #8
Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.0Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap The East Side Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom The East Side Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom The East Side Apartment is $4,115 at Altitude Apartments.
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Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units
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