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Cheap Apartments in San Francisco, CA

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3D Tour
$1,495
PER
ROOM
Renovated Lower Haight home with deck & fenced yard
Deal
610 Oak St Sf, CA
1 BR | Jun. 10, 2026
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Heat Included
Virtual Tour
In Unit Laundry
Lower Haight
1
$1,995
03rd St 574
4.0
574 3rd St San Francisco, CA
Studio | Available Now
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Heat Included
Luxury
Storage
Disability Access
Soma
21
$1,645
1499 California St.
Deal
1499 California Street San Francisco, CA
Studio | Available Now
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Fireplace
Van Ness
20
$1,800
Beautifully Remodeled 1 Bedroom Plus Office, 1.5 Bath Residence At The Iconic
2200 Sacramento St Apt 205 San Francisco, CA
1 BR | Ask for Availability
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Air Conditioning
In Unit Laundry
Fitness Center
Dishwasher
31
$1,645 - 2,250
970 Geary St
Deal
970 Geary San Francisco, CA
Studio | Available Now
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Dishwasher
Van Ness
7
$1,600 - 1,700
The Taylor Suites
250 Taylor St San Francisco, CA
Studio | Jun. 11, 2026
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17
$1,750
1Bed 1Bath Luxury Living Right On The Water
1 Steuart Ln Unit 307 San Francisco, CA
1 BR | Ask for Availability
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Air Conditioning
In Unit Laundry
Fitness Center
Financial District South
25
$1,895 - 2,150
The Lofts At Seven
277 Golden Gate Ave San Francisco, CA
Studio | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Luxury
Fitness Center
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11
$1,895 - 2,395
Mosser Towers Apartments
Deal
350 Turk St./455 Eddy St. San Francisco, CA
Studio | Available Now
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Balcony/Deck/Patio
Dishwasher
46
$450
3322 Buchanan St
San Francisco, CA
Studio | Ask for Availability
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Dog Friendly
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Disability Access
Dishwasher
Marina District
11
$2,100
401 Crescent Ct Apt Cb42ju08
401 Crescent Ct San Francisco, CA
1 BR | Ask for Availability
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Air Conditioning
In Unit Laundry
Fitness Center
Dishwasher
9
$1,395
Ground Floor Studio One Block From Ocean!
1339 48th Ave San Francisco, CA
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Air Conditioning
In Unit Laundry
Pool
26
$1,845
146 McAllister St.
Deal
146 Mcallister Street San Francisco, CA
Studio | Available Now
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Section 8
Dishwasher
26
$2,095
545 O'farrell Street
Deal
San Francisco, CA
Studio | Available Now
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Luxury
In Unit Laundry
Dishwasher
27
$700 - 1,900
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
$1,750 - 2,350
The Cornelia Suites
641 O Farrell St San Francisco, CA
Studio - 1 BR | Available Now
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Air Conditioning
25
$2,145
765 Geary St
Deal
765 Geary Street San Francisco, CA
Studio | May. 31, 2027
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Air Conditioning
In Unit Laundry
Dishwasher
8
$1,135
1314 43Rd Ave
San Francisco, CA
1 BR | Jul. 1, 2026
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Storage
18
$1,350
2547 Irving St And 3Rd Floors
San Francisco, CA
5 BR | Available Now
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1
$2,250
797 Bush St
San Francisco, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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Storage
Disability Access
10
$2,000
1878 Market St
San Francisco, CA
Studio | Available Now
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Lower Haight
31
$2,395
930 Post St
San Francisco, CA
Studio | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Dishwasher
Van Ness
15
$2,300
325 Sutter St
San Francisco, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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Financial District South
9
$780
828 Grant Ave
San Francisco, CA
Studio | Available Now
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Financial District South
20
$850 - 999
668 Clay St
San Francisco, CA
Studio | Available Now
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Financial District South
9
$1,395
Ground Floor Studio One Block From Ocean!
1339 48th Ave San Francisco, CA
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Air Conditioning
In Unit Laundry
Dishwasher
6
$1,300
666 Jackson St. (3re6)
666 Jackson St San Francisco, CA
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Financial District South
12
$1,943
2bd/1bth Designed In The International Style And Finished In Late 2022
88 Arkansas St Apt 213 San Francisco, CA
2 BR | Ask for Availability
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Air Conditioning
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Showplace Square
24
$1,650
1388 Page St Unit 4B
San Francisco, CA
1 BR | Jul. 1, 2026
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North Panhandle
11
$735
151-351 Friedell St
San Francisco, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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Frequently Asked Questions

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

There are 159 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 495 studio cheap apartments available for rent in San Francisco.

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

Rentable.co has 214 one-bedroom cheap apartments available for rent in San Francisco.

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

Rentable.co has 92 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. Van Ness
  3. Russian Hill
  4. Mission Dolores
  5. North Waterfront

Cheap Apartments 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 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 <$2,400 $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

Available Cheap Apartments: San Francisco vs. Surrounding Areas

San Francisco, CA
Berkeley, CA
Oakland, CA
Alameda, CA
Martinez, CA
San Leandro, CA
Walnut Creek, CA
27
6
6
5
4
4
3
The chart above shows the number of available cheap apartments in San Francisco, CA and the surrounding cities. As of May 2026, there are 72 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 May M/M % Change
San Francisco, CA 27 +1.07%
Berkeley, CA 6 +1.0%
Oakland, CA 6 +1.08%
Alameda, CA 5 +1.0%
Martinez, CA 5 +1.03%
San Leandro, CA 5 +0.87%
Walnut Creek, CA 3 +1.0%
Concord, CA 3 +1.06%
Dublin, CA 2 +1.0%
San Ramon, CA 2 +0.89%

Looking for Cheap Apartments in San Francisco?

Available cheap apartments 760
Top amenities Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Hardwood Floors, Microwave, Elevator
Deals 39
Pet friendly 11
Utilities included 2
Furnished 1
Studio 33
1 Bedroom 19
2 Bedroom 6

Where are Cheap San Francisco Apartments?

Top Neighborhoods South of market, Van ness, Russian hill, Mission dolores, North waterfront
South Of Market 4
Van Ness 3
Russian Hill 3
Mission Dolores 2
North Waterfront 1
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