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Apartments for Rent in San Francisco, CA under $900


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    1 bd $700+
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    4.0 (23)
    16 Turk Street, San Francisco, CA 94102
    Apply online • In unit laundry • Large Closets
  • 5 units available
    Studio $500
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    3322 Buchanan Street

    4.5 (2)
    3322 Buchanan Street, San Francisco, CA 94123
    Apply online • Cat friendly • Parking
  • 7TH AVENUE Studio Apartment for Rent
    Only 1 unit left
    Studio $250
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    7TH AVENUE

    7TH AVENUE, San Francisco, CA 94122
    Apply online • Pet friendly
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    Telegraph Hill

    3.5 (6)
    350 Union St., San Francisco, CA 94133
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    The Mission

    240 Dolores St, San Francisco, CA 94103
    In unit laundry • Dishwasher • Washer/Dryer
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    240 Dolores St., San Francisco, CA 94103
    Parking • Pool • In unit laundry
  • Studio $858+
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    425 Hyde Street

    425 Hyde Street, San Franccisco, CA 94109
    Pet friendly
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When were prices and availability in San Francisco, CA last updated?

Prices and availability in San Francisco, CA were last updated on 22 Aug 2026.

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In San Francisco 62% of the housing is rented out compared to 38% of homes are owned, according to the most recent Census Bureau estimates. 25% of San Francisco's apartments are found in large buildings of 50 units or more, 68% are located in smaller apartment complexes with less than 50 units, and 7% are single-family rentals.

Apartments in San Francisco, CA under $900

Balancing snug and cheap is no joke when it comes to renting a place to live. “Are there any apartments near me under $900?” is a great question to start from. Knowing your budget means you’re one step ahead and on the right track. We’ve taken care of the rest and found 19 apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA on which you’ll spend less than $900. A small, cheap rental means you’ll have to budget your living space as well. The great news is that keeping it simple pays off in more than one way. The cost of utilities is likely to run low, and you get the added benefit of not having to spend too much time cleaning up the whole place. Smaller apartments are more likely to be closer to the city center, so there are potential cuts to your transportation costs too. And here’s one more very special secret to add to your book-of-perks: you’re less likely to overshop when you know your space is limited.

Rentals near you under $900

Our goal is to help you find cheap apartments that live up to your dreams without crushing your budget. It may be a long shot to go looking for 3 bedroom apartments or even 2 bedroom for less than $900. The average rental size in San Francisco, CA is 2,190 Sqft, but the $900 limit will probably narrow your search to places with a smaller square footage. Go through our listings and be on the look-out for a hassle-free studio or a 1 bedroom apartment. We trust you’ll turn it into a cozy home which is also budget-friendly to the core.