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  • 7TH AVENUE Studio-1 Apartment for Rent
    Only 1 unit left
    Studio $250
    1 bd $2,200
    Base rent
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    7TH AVENUE

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

  • Apartments Under $800

  • Rent specials New Units Available
    Studio $1,600+
    1 bd $700+
    Base rent
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    FOUND Study San Francisco

    4.0 (23)
    16 Turk Street, San Francisco, CA 94102
    Apply online • In unit laundry • Large Closets

  • Apartments Under $1,100

  • 8 units available
    Studio $1,049
    Base rent Income restricted
    Verified Listing

    735 ELLIS STREET APARTMENTS

    735 ELLIS STREET, SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94109
    Apply online • Pet friendly • In unit laundry

  • Apartments Under $1,200

  • New Units Available 16 units available
    1 bd $1,120+
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    North Beach Hotel

    4.5 (3)
    935 Kearny, San Francisco, CA 94133
    Apply online • Pet friendly
  • 4 units available
    Studio $1,135
    1 bd $1,559
    Base rent Income restricted
    Verified Listing

    450 ELLIS STREET APARTMENTS

    450 ELLIS STREET, SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94102
    Apply online • Pet friendly • In unit laundry
  • New Units Available Only 3 units left
    Studio $1,195+
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    1008 LARKIN Apartments

    3.0 (1)
    1008 Larkin Street, San Francisco, CA 94109
    Apply online • Pet friendly • In unit laundry
  • Rent specials New Units Available
    Studio $1,195+
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    146 McAllister St.

    3.0 (26)
    146 Mcallister Street, San Francisco, CA 94102
    Apply online • Pet friendly • In unit laundry

  • Apartments Under $1,700

  • Rewards
    Studio $1,600+
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    The Taylor Suites

    4.0 (3)
    250 Taylor Street, San Francisco, CA 94102
    Apply online • Pet friendly • In unit laundry
  • Only 1 unit left
    1 bd $1,625
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    237 Leavenworth St

    3.0 (4)
    237 Leavenworth St., San Francisco, CA 94102
    Apply online • Pet friendly
  • 4 units available
    Studio $1,633
    1 bd $1,865
    Base rent Income restricted
    Verified Listing

    575 EDDY STREET APARTMENTS

    575 EDDY STREET, SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94109
    Apply online • Pet friendly • In unit laundry
  • Studio $1,640+
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    434 Leavenworth Street

    3.0 (4)
    434 Leavenworth Street, San Francisco, CA 94102
    Apply online • Pet friendly

  • Apartments Under $1,800

  • Rewards
    Studio $1,750+
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    The Cornelia Suites

    3.5 (2)
    641 O Farrell Street, San Francisco, CA 94109
    Apply online • Pet friendly • In unit laundry
  • 4 units available
    Studio $1,750
    1 bd $1,750
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    620 Eddy St

    620 Eddy St., San Francisco, CA 94109
    Apply online • Pet friendly
  • Only 2 units left
    Studio $1,795
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    Larkin Street Apartments

    3.5 (5)
    500 Larkin Street, San Francisco, CA 94102
    Apply online • Pet friendly • In unit laundry
  • New Units Available
    Studio $1,845+
    1 bd $2,740+
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    925 Geary Street

    3.0 (2)
    925 Geary Street, San Francisco, CA 94109
    Apply online • Pet friendly
  • Studio $1,900+
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    The Langham Apartments

    555 Taylor Street, San Francisco, CA 94102
    In unit laundry • Hardwood Floors • High Speed Internet
  • New Units Available
    Studio $1,940+
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    685 Geary Street

    4.5 (4)
    685 Geary Street, San Francisco, CA 94102
    Apply online • Pet friendly
  • Studio $1,940+
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    691 O'Farrell Street

    3.0 (3)
    691 O'farrell Street, San Francisco, CA 94109
    Apply online • Pet friendly
  • Only 1 unit left
    Studio $1,945
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    635 ELLIS Apartments

    4.0 (4)
    635 Ellis Street, San Francisco, CA 94109
    Apply online • Pet friendly • In unit laundry
  • Studio $2,090
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    709 Geary Street

    709 Geary Street, San Francisco, CA 94109
    Apply online • Pet friendly
  • Rent specials New Units Available
    Studio $2,445
    1 bd $2,995
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    Mosser Towers Apartments

    3.5 (26)
    350 Turk St./455 Eddy St., San Francisco, CA 94109
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Dishwasher
  • Only 1 unit left
    Studio $2,495
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    735 O'FARRELL Apartments

    3.5 (4)
    735 O'farrell Street, San Francisco, CA 94109
    Apply online • Pet friendly • In unit laundry
  • Rent specials
    1 bd $2,495
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    2333 Channing Way

    3.5 (4)
    2333 Channing Way, Berkeley, CA 94704
    Apply online • Pet friendly
  • Rent specials
    Studio $2,495
    1 bd $3,295
    2 bd $3,895
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    2510 Bancroft Way

    3.0 (14)
    2510 Bancroft Way, Berkeley, CA 94704
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Dishwasher
  • New Units Available
    1 bd $2,595+
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    540 Leavenworth Street

    3.0 (12)
    540 Leavenworth Street, San Francisco, CA 94109
    Apply online • Pet friendly
  • Studio $2,645
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    601 O'Farrell Street

    3.0 (7)
    601 O'farrell Street, San Francisco, CA 94109
    Apply online • Pet friendly
  • Rent specials New Units Available
    Studio $2,653+
    1 bd $3,345+
    2 bd $5,305+
    Total monthly cost
    Verified Listing

    Tower 737 Condominium Rentals

    737 Post Street, San Francisco, CA 94109
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Parking
  • Only 1 unit left
    Studio $2,695
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    1030-1042 POLK Apartments

    3.5 (5)
    1030-1042 Polk Street, San Francisco, CA 94109
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Dishwasher
  • 4 units available
    Studio $2,700
    1 bd $3,000
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    The Vistas

    3.0 (1)
    2351 Powell St, San Francisco, CA 94133
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Parking
  • Only 1 unit left
    Studio $3,795
    1 bd $2,700+
    2 bd $3,300
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    3210 Geary Blvd RESIDENTIAL

    5.0 (1)
    3210 Geary Boulevard, San Francisco, CA 94118
    Apply online • Pet friendly
  • Only 2 units left
    Studio $2,724
    2 bd $5,725
    Total monthly cost
    Verified Listing

    Geary Courtyard

    4.5 (5)
    639 Geary Street, San Francisco, CA 94102
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Dishwasher
  • Rent specials
    Studio $2,795
    2 bd $3,495+
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    2605 Haste Street

    4.0 (2)
    2605 Haste Street, Berkeley, CA 94704
    Apply online • Pet friendly
  • 4 units available
    Studio $3,995
    1 bd $3,085+
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    Northpoint Apartments

    4.5 (8)
    2211 Stockton St., San Francisco, CA 94133
    Apply online • Cat friendly • Parking
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  • Only 1 unit left
    1 bd $3,195
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    977 PINE Apartments

    3.5 (5)
    977 Pine Street, San Francisco, CA 94108
    Apply online • Pet friendly • In unit laundry
  • New Units Available Only 1 unit left
    Studio $3,195
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    2619 MISSION Apartments

    4.5 (1)
    2619 Mission Street, San Francisco, CA 94110
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Dishwasher
  • Only 2 units left
    Studio $3,245
    1 bd $4,495
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    920 LEAVENWORTH Apartments

    4.0 (5)
    920 Leavenworth Street, San Francisco, CA 94109
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Dishwasher
  • Rent specials New Units Available
    2 bd $3,245+
    3 bd $4,995
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    2410 Dwight Way

    2410 Dwight Way, Berkeley, CA 94704
    Apply online • Pet friendly
  • Only 1 unit left
    1 bd $3,295
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    747 ELLIS Apartments

    5.0 (1)
    747 Ellis Street, San Francisco, CA 94109
    Apply online • Pet friendly • In unit laundry
  • 10 units available
    Studio $3,295+
    1 bd $4,295
    2 bd $4,295+
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    1060 Bush St

    3.0 (5)
    1060 Bush Street, San Francisco, CA 94109
    Apply online • Cat friendly • Dishwasher
  • Only 1 unit left
    1 bd $3,395
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    816 GEARY Apartments

    3.0 (1)
    816 Geary Street, San Francisco, CA 94109
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Dishwasher
  • Studio $3,445
    1 bd $3,845
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    1520 Gough Street

    4.5 (3)
    1520 Gough Street, San Francisco, CA 94109
    Apply online • Pet friendly
  • Rewards New Units Available
    Studio $3,481
    1 bd $4,289
    Total monthly cost
    Verified Listing

    Ventana Residences

    4.0 (3)
    99 Ocean Ave, San Francisco, CA 94112
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Parking
  • New Units Available Only 1 unit left
    Studio $3,595
    1 bd $5,195
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    642 ALVARADO Apartments

    5.0 (1)
    642 Alvarado Street, San Francisco, CA 94114
    Apply online • Pet friendly • In unit laundry
  • New Units Available 11 units available
    1 bd $3,758+
    Total monthly cost
    Verified Listing

    1188 Mission At Trinity Place

    3.5 (8)
    1188 Mission Street, San Francisco, CA 94103
    Apply online • Parking • Fitness center
  • New Units Available 12 units available
    Studio $3,848+
    2 bd $7,260+
    Total monthly cost
    Verified Listing

    Windsor At Dogpatch

    2660 3Rd Street, San Francisco, CA 94107
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Parking
  • Only 1 unit left
    1 bd $3,895
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    686 POST Apartments

    4.5 (2)
    686 Post Street, San Francisco, CA 94109
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Dishwasher
  • Only 1 unit left
    Studio $3,995
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    665 PINE Apartments

    4.5 (3)
    665 Pine Street, San Francisco, CA 94108
    Apply online • Pet friendly • In unit laundry
  • Only 1 unit left
    1 bd $4,395
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    1035 SUTTER Apartments

    3.5 (6)
    1035 Sutter Street, San Francisco, CA 94109
    Apply online • Pet friendly • In unit laundry
  • Only 2 units left
    Studio $4,595
    1 bd $5,995
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    50 Capra Way

    50 Capra Way, San Francisco, CA 94123
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Dishwasher
  • Only 1 unit left
    2 bd $6,995
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    312 BAKER Apartments

    312 Baker Street, San Francisco, CA 94117
    Apply online • Pet friendly • In unit laundry
  • 66-0-city
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Frequently asked questions

What is the price of a cheap apartment in San Francisco, CA?

The price range of a cheap apartment is between $700 and $11,293.

How many cheap rentals are available in San Francisco, CA on RentCafe?

There are 215 cheap rentals available on RentCafe. Prices and availability in San Francisco, CA were last updated on 6 Sep 2026.

What is the average size of a cheap apartment in San Francisco, CA?

The average San Francisco, CA cheap apartment size is 170 sq. ft.

What are the advantages of renting a cheap apartment in San Francisco, CA?

Cheap apartments in San Francisco, CA are usually less expensive, smaller, and easier to maintain. They also come with lower utility costs.

What are the downsides of renting a cheap apartment in San Francisco, CA?

A cheap apartment in San Francisco, CA offers little storage space and fewer amenities compared to other apartments.

Looking for a cheap apartment for rent in San Francisco, CA? With RentCafe, finding an affordable apartment in San Francisco, CA has never been easier. We feature 221 low-priced rentals directly from property managers, with rents lower than the San Francisco, CA average. What is a cheap rent in San Francisco, CA? The average apartment rent in San Francisco is $3,964 per month so any rental south of $3,171 would be considered cheap here. On RentCafe, San Francisco, CA rents go as low as $250/mo.