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Apartments Under $1,200 in San Francisco, CA

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43
$450
3322 Buchanan St
San Francisco, CA
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Dishwasher
Marina District
27
$700 - 1,850
Found Study San Francisco
Deal
16 Turk Street San Francisco, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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Furnished
Air Conditioning
Covered Parking
South Of Market
11
$735
151-351 Friedell St
San Francisco, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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Hunters Point
6
$950
124 Waverly Pl
San Francisco, CA
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Cat Friendly
Dishwasher
Financial District South
8
$1,135
1314 43Rd Ave
San Francisco, CA
1 BR | Jul. 1, 2026
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9
$780
828 Grant Ave
San Francisco, CA
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Financial District South
15
$850 - 999
668 Clay St
San Francisco, CA
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Financial District South
13
$970
833 Kearny St
San Francisco, CA
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Financial District South
13
$650
858 Washington St
San Francisco, CA
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Financial District South
1
$675
1226-1228 Grant Avenue (345rc)
1226 Grant Ave San Francisco, CA
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North Waterfront
5
$1,195
692 Bush St
San Francisco, CA
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8
$1,190
1836 25Th Ave
San Francisco, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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10
$800
301 Columbus Ave
San Francisco, CA
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North Waterfront
13
$750
644 Pacific Ave
San Francisco, CA
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North Waterfront
16
$1,200 - 1,500
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BED
4Th And King St
San Francisco, CA
8+ BR | Available Now
Luxury
Air Conditioning
In Unit Laundry
Fitness Center
Soma
22
$675 - 995
PER BED
& ROOM
Folsom Residences Coliving
1080 Folsom Street San Francisco, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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Heat Included
Furnished
Student
Air Conditioning
Storage
8
$1,195 - 1,395
402 Broadway St
San Francisco, CA
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Furnished
Section 8
North Waterfront
12
$1,200 - 1,500
PER
BED
Henry Adams St
San Francisco, CA
2 BR | Available Now
Heat Included
Luxury
Air Conditioning
In Unit Laundry
Fitness Center
27
$595 - 995
PER BED
& ROOM
7Th Street Residences Coliving
221 7Th Street San Francisco, CA
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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Furnished
Student
Storage
South Of Market
7
$695
447-461 Broadway St
San Francisco, CA
Studio | Available Now
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Storage
Disability Access
North Waterfront
9
$ Ask - 2,235
1008 Larkin
San Francisco, CA
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Cat Friendly
Dishwasher
Van Ness
4
$645 - 825
205 9th St
San Francisco, CA
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Storage
Disability Access
Downtown San Francisco
5
$995
1214 Polk
San Francisco, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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Heat Included
9
$ Ask - 3,191
Gateway Apartments And Townhomes
430 Davis Court, San Francisco, CA
2 BR | Available Now
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Townhome
In Unit Laundry
Balcony/Deck/Patio
Storage
Pool
8
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$1,085
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ROOM
Common City Gardens
333 12Th St San Francisco, CA
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Furnished
Student
Virtual Tour
Luxury
Dishwasher
11
$899
706 Kearny St
San Francisco, CA
Studio | Available Now
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Storage
Disability Access
Financial District South
13
$625 - 1,195
PER BED
& ROOM
North Beach Residences
371 Columbus Avenue San Francisco, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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Furnished
Student
Air Conditioning
Storage
22
$1,000
PER
ROOM
43 Guerrero Street
San Francisco, CA
1 BR | Ask for Availability
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Furnished
House
Short-term
In Unit Laundry
Lower Haight
10
$600
850 898 Stockton St / 881 Clay St
San Francisco, CA
Studio | Available Now
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Storage
Financial District South
19
$995
PER
ROOM
251 9Th Street Residences Coliving
Deal
251 9Th Street San Francisco, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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Heat Included
Furnished
Student
Storage
Downtown San Francisco
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Frequently Asked Questions

How many apartments under $1,200 are available in San Francisco, CA on Rentable.co?

There are 44 apartments under $1,200 in San Francisco currently available for rent on Rentable.co.

How many studio apartments under $1,200 are available in San Francisco?

Rentable.co has 841 studio apartments under $1,200 available for rent in San Francisco.

How many one-bedroom apartments under $1,200 are available in San Francisco?

Rentable.co has 393 one-bedroom apartments under $1,200 available for rent in San Francisco.

How many two-bedroom apartments under $1,200 are available in San Francisco?

Rentable.co has 192 two-bedroom apartments under $1,200 available for rent in San Francisco.

Can I afford a apartment under $1,200 in San Francisco, CA?

To comfortably afford a apartment under $1,200 in San Francisco based on average rent prices, a household would need an annual income of $32,000.

Which neighborhoods have the most apartments under $1,200 for rent in San Francisco, CA?

  1. Financial District South
  2. North Waterfront
  3. South Of Market
  4. Downtown San Francisco
  5. Lower Haight

Apartments Under $1,200 in San Francisco, CA: May Rental Information

Welcome to the May 2026 San Francisco Apartment Report. In this assessment of the local rental market, Rentable data scientists and rental experts break down the May 2026 key findings and figures for apartments under $1,200 in San Francisco, CA.

Our experts analyze the inventory trends for apartments under $1,200, including the overall market rent distribution, availability by bedroom count, and month-over-month comparisons. This summary will also provide insight into the available features and amenities, as well as location options for apartments under $1,200 in San Francisco. Whether you're searching for a studio, one-bedroom, or two-bedroom apartment, this report will give you a comprehensive overview of the current rental landscape in San Francisco under $1,200.
0 10 20 30 40 <$2,400 $2,500 $2,700 $2,900 $3,100 $3,300 $3,500 $3,700 $3,900 $4,100 $4,300 $4,500 $4,700 $4,900 $5,100 $5,300 >$5,500
This month, the typical cost to rent a one-bedroom apartment in San Francisco stands at $3,590, with the majority falling between $2,290 and $5,480. Out of the 6,089 one-bedroom apartments currently on the market in San Francisco, 15 are priced below $1,200, accounting for 0% of the total available one-bedroom units in San Francisco.

Available Apartments Under $1,200: San Francisco vs. Surrounding Areas

San Francisco, CA
Berkeley, CA
Oakland, CA
San Leandro, CA
Alameda, CA
Martinez, CA
Hayward, CA
Concord, CA
Walnut Creek, CA
68
19
14
6
5
4
4
3
3
In May 2026, there are a number of available apartments under $1,200 in San Francisco, CA and the surrounding cities. The chart above shows the total inventory of these affordable rentals in the San Francisco metro area, including cities such as Martinez, Mill Valley, Alameda, Millbrae, Albany, Moraga, Oakland, Belmont, Belvedere, Benicia, Berkeley, Orinda, Pacifica, Brisbane, Burlingame, Pinole, Pleasant Hill, Clayton, Colma, Richmond, Concord, Corte Madera, Daly City, San Anselmo, Danville, San Bruno, San Carlos, Dublin, San Leandro, San Mateo, El Cerrito, San Pablo, San Rafael, San Ramon, Emeryville, Fairfax, Sausalito, Foster City, South San Francisco, Half Moon Bay, Hayward, Hercules, Tiburon, Hillsborough, Union City, Walnut Creek, Lafayette, Larkspur, Pacheco, Castro Valley, San Lorenzo, Piedmont, Oakland Hills, Muir Beach, El Granada, El Sobrante, and Alamo. This inventory reflects the current availability of apartments in the specified price range, providing renters with a snapshot of the options within their budget.

Apartments Under $1,200 Now vs. Last Month: San Francisco and Surrounding Areas

City Apartments Under $1,200 in May M/M % Change
San Francisco, CA 68 +1.05%
Berkeley, CA 19 +1.02%
Oakland, CA 14 +1.0%
San Leandro, CA 6 +0.88%
Alameda, CA 6 +1.0%
Martinez, CA 5 +1.03%
Hayward, CA 4 +1.08%
Concord, CA 4 +1.05%
Walnut Creek, CA 3 +1.0%
El Cerrito, CA 3 +1.0%

Looking for Apartments Under $1,200 in San Francisco?

Available apartments under $1,200 1,060
Top amenities On Site Laundry, Refrigerator, Range / Oven, Microwave, Elevator
Deals 42
Pet friendly 12
Utilities included 21
Furnished 19
Studio 84
1 Bedroom 36
2 Bedroom 8

Where are San Francisco Apartments Under $1,200?

Top Neighborhoods Financial district south, North waterfront, South of market, Downtown san francisco, Lower haight
Financial District South 11
North Waterfront 10
South Of Market 7
Downtown San Francisco 3
Lower Haight 3
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