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Cheap Apartments in San Francisco, CA

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3D Tour
$2,727
Fox Plaza
1390 Market St Ste 107 San Francisco, CA
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Downtown San Francisco
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3D Tour
$1,550
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Private Room in Spacious Outer Sunset Home by Ocean Beach
Deal
1612 45th Ave San Francisco, CA
1 BR | Jan. 29, 2027
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21
$1,895
1499 California St.
Deal
1499 California Street San Francisco, CA
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Fireplace
Van Ness
5
$2,100
For Rent In 1470 Fulton Street
1470 Fulton St Apt 12 San Francisco, CA
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6
$1,850
Now Available For Rent 1030 Franklin Street
1030 Franklin St Apt 222 San Francisco, CA
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7
$2,100
Welcome To This Beautifully Appointed One-bedroom
5871 Mission St San Francisco, CA
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7
$2,300
For Rent At 317 Cortland Ave
317 Cortland Ave #a San Francisco, CA
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8
$2,200
411 Dorado Ter
San Francisco, CA
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27
$700 - 2,000
Found Study San Francisco
Deal
16 Turk Street San Francisco, CA
Studio - 1 BR | Available Now
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Furnished
Air Conditioning
Covered Parking
South Of Market
23
$1,850 - 2,700
The Cornelia Suites
641 O Farrell St San Francisco, CA
Studio - 1 BR | Available Now
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Air Conditioning
8
$2,695
570 Jessie Street (1212r)
570 Jessie St San Francisco, CA
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South Of Market
7
$1,600 - 2,000
The Taylor Suites
250 Taylor St San Francisco, CA
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25
$2,145 - 2,595
765 Geary St
Deal
765 Geary Street San Francisco, CA
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30
$1,700
Wake Up To The Bay Bridge
1047 Mississippi St Apt 7 San Francisco, CA
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5
$1,800
For Rent Now At 722 Bush Street
722 Bush St Apt D305 San Francisco, CA
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9
$1,555
Gorgeous Fully Renovated Studio In The Heart Of Pacific Heights!
2445-2447 Buchanan St San Francisco, CA
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6
$2,200
Now Renting At 1331 La Playa Street
1331 La Playa St Apt 5 San Francisco, CA
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8
$2,699
For Rent At 3830 Divisadero St
3830 Divisadero St Apt 302 San Francisco, CA
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5
$2,700
For Rent At 1931 Santiago Street
1931 Santiago St Apt 1A San Francisco, CA
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26
$1,395 - 2,395
275 Turk St
Deal
275 Turk Street San Francisco, CA
Studio - 1 BR | Available Now
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Dishwasher
26
$1,195 - 1,845
146 McAllister St.
Deal
146 Mcallister Street San Francisco, CA
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Dishwasher
11
$2,570 - 2,590
1335 Folsom St
San Francisco, CA
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9
$2,570 - 2,590
345 6th
345 6th St San Francisco, CA
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10
$2,790
750 Harrison St
San Francisco, CA
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Disability Access
13
$2,640
1830 Alemany Blvd
San Francisco, CA
Studio | Nov. 22, 2026
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8
$2,499
For Rent At 73 Valparaiso St
73 Valparaiso St Apt 73 San Francisco, CA
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4
$2,590
For Rent At 337 Spear St
337 Spear St San Francisco, CA
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5
$2,590
For Rent Now At 230 Shrader Street
230 Shrader St Apt A3 San Francisco, CA
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15
$1,697
Your Dream Studio In The Heart Of San Francisco!
88 Arkansas St San Francisco, CA
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32
$2,395 - 2,695
954 Geary St
Deal
954 Geary San Francisco, CA
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Dishwasher
Van Ness
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Frequently Asked Questions

How many cheap apartments are available in San Francisco, CA on Rentable.co?

There are 211 cheap apartments in San Francisco currently available for rent on Rentable.co.

What is the average rent for a cheap apartment in San Francisco, CA?

The average monthly rent for a cheap apartment in San Francisco is about $130.

How many studio cheap apartments are available in San Francisco?

Rentable.co has 504 studio cheap apartments available for rent in San Francisco.

How many one-bedroom cheap apartments are available in San Francisco?

Rentable.co has 171 one-bedroom cheap apartments available for rent in San Francisco.

How many two-bedroom cheap apartments are available in San Francisco?

Rentable.co has 65 two-bedroom cheap apartments available for rent in San Francisco.

Can I afford a cheap apartment in San Francisco, CA?

To comfortably afford a cheap apartment in San Francisco based on average rent prices, a household would need an annual income of $5,000.

Which neighborhoods have the most cheap apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA?

  1. South Of Market
  2. Alamo Square
  3. Mission Dolores
  4. Van Ness
  5. Russian Hill

Cheap Apartments in San Francisco, CA: November Rental Information

Welcome to the November 2026 San Francisco Apartment Report. In this assessment of the local rental market, Rentable data scientists and rental experts break down the November 2026 key findings and figures for the San Francisco rental landscape.

Our experts analyze the inventory trends for cheap apartments in San Francisco, specifically those priced under a certain threshold. This report provides an in-depth look at the overall market rent-distribution, availability by bedroom count, and month-over-month comparisons for these affordable apartments. Additionally, it offers valuable insights into the features and amenities available in these apartments, as well as the different location options within San Francisco. Whether you're looking for a studio or a multi-bedroom unit, this report will help you find the best options within your budget in San Francisco.
0 10 20 30 40 <$2,100 $2,240 $2,520 $2,800 $3,080 $3,360 $3,640 $3,920 $4,200 $4,480 $4,760 $5,040 $5,320 $5,600 $5,880

Available Cheap Apartments: San Francisco vs. Surrounding Areas

San Francisco, CA
Berkeley, CA
Oakland, CA
Martinez, CA
Alameda, CA
San Leandro, CA
Walnut Creek, CA
25
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7
5
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The chart above shows the number of available cheap apartments in San Francisco, CA and the surrounding cities. As of November 2026, there are 69 affordable apartments in the San Francisco metro area. This includes apartments in San Francisco as well as the nearby cities of 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. The chart provides valuable information for prospective renters looking for affordable housing options in this desirable area.

Cheap Apartments Now vs. Last Month: San Francisco and Surrounding Areas

City Cheap Apartments in November M/M % Change
San Francisco, CA 25 +1.05%
Berkeley, CA 8 +1.12%
Oakland, CA 7 +1.0%
Martinez, CA 5 +0.91%
Alameda, CA 5 +1.0%
San Leandro, CA 4 +0.9%
Walnut Creek, CA 3 +1.0%
Concord, CA 3 +0.82%
Burlingame, CA 2 +1.0%
Dublin, CA 1 +1.4%

Looking for Cheap Apartments in San Francisco?

Available cheap apartments 771
Top amenities Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Hardwood Floors, Microwave, Elevator
Deals 33
Pet friendly 8
Utilities included 2
Furnished 1
Studio 30
1 Bedroom 14
2 Bedroom 6

Where are Cheap San Francisco Apartments?

Top Neighborhoods South of market, Alamo square, Mission dolores, Van ness, Russian hill
South Of Market 4
Alamo Square 3
Mission Dolores 2
Van Ness 2
Russian Hill 2
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