Cheap Apartments in San Francisco, CA
1,418 Properties
- NorthPoint Apartments
$1,775+
NorthPoint Apartments
2211 Stockton St, San Francisco, CA 94133
Studio–2 Beds • 1 Bath
9 Units Available- Studio, 1 Bath
- $1,775–$2,670
- 497+ Sqft
- 1 Floor Plan
- 1 Bed, 1 Bath
- $2,000–$3,300
- 573+ Sqft
- 1 Floor Plan
- 2 Beds, 1 Bath
- $4,000–$4,500
- 920+ Sqft
- 1 Floor Plan
- Top Amenities
- Balcony
- Dishwasher
- Cable Ready
- Elevator
- Pet Policy
- Cats Allowed
- Neighborhood
- Northeast San Francisco
View All Property Details - The Presidio ResidencesDealsSpecial Offer
$1,840+
The Presidio Residences
222 Halleck St, San Francisco, CA 94129
Studio–7 Beds • 1–3 Baths
9 Units Available- Studio, 1 Bath
- $1,840
- 265+ Sqft
- 1 Floor Plan
- 1 Bed, 1 Bath
- $3,240–$3,440
- 560–570 Sqft
- 2 Floor Plans
- 2 Beds, 1–1.5 Baths
- $3,135–$5,180
- 780–1,140 Sqft
- 7 Floor Plans
- 3 Beds, 1–2 Baths
- $3,575–$7,695
- 840–2,000 Sqft
- 16 Floor Plans
- 4 Beds, 2–3 Baths
- $4,600–$11,900
- 1,380–3,700 Sqft
- 13 Floor Plans
- 5 Beds, 2.5–3.5 Baths
- $11,800–$14,500
- 2,200–3,300 Sqft
- 3 Floor Plans
- 7 Beds, 3.5 Baths
- Contact for Price
- 4,100+ Sqft
- 1 Floor Plan
- Top Amenities
- Dishwasher
- Washer & Dryer Connections
- Cable Ready
- Hardwood Flooring
- Balcony, Patio, Deck
- Pet Policy
- Cats Allowed & Dogs Allowed
- Neighborhood
- Presidio National Park
View All Property Details - Geary Courtyard
$1,994+
Geary Courtyard
639 Geary St, San Francisco, CA 94102
Studio–2 Beds • 1–2 Baths
5 Units Available- Studio, 1 Bath
- $1,994
- 450–500 Sqft
- 4 Floor Plans
- 1 Bed, 1 Bath
- $2,304
- 525–730 Sqft
- 5 Floor Plans
- 2 Beds, 2 Baths
- Contact for Price
- 777+ Sqft
- 1 Floor Plan
- Top Amenities
- Deck
- Dishwasher
- Cable Ready
- Elevator
- Pet Policy
- Cats Allowed & Dogs Allowed
- Neighborhood
- Tenderloin
View All Property Details - Serramonte RidgeDealsSpecial Offer
$2,125+
Serramonte Ridge
862 Campus Dr, Daly City, CA 94015
Studio–2 Beds • 1–2 Baths
2 Units Available- Studio, 1 Bath
- $2,125–$2,325
- 511–628 Sqft
- 2 Floor Plans
- 1 Bed, 1 Bath
- $2,325–$2,975
- 610–676 Sqft
- 2 Floor Plans
- 2 Beds, 1–2 Baths
- $3,030–$3,415
- 858–915 Sqft
- 3 Floor Plans
- Top Amenities
- Washer & Dryer In Unit
- Balcony
- Dishwasher
- Cable Ready
- Hardwood Flooring
- Elevator
- Pet Policy
- Cats Allowed & Dogs Allowed
- Neighborhood
- Serramonte
View All Property Details - Union-Hyde Apartments
$2,195+
Union-Hyde Apartments
1960 Hyde St, San Francisco, CA 94109
Studio–1 Bed • 1 Bath
- Studio, 1 Bath
- $2,195
- 380+ Sqft
- 1 Floor Plan
- 1 Bed, 1 Bath
- Contact for Price
- 505+ Sqft
- 1 Floor Plan
- Top Amenities
- Dishwasher
- Cable Ready
- Hardwood Flooring
- Pet Policy
- Cats Allowed & Dogs Allowed
- Neighborhood
- Northeast San Francisco
View All Property Details - Lakewood Apartments- San Francisco
$2,249+
4/5 stars based on 5 reviews5Lakewood Apartments- San Francisco
515 John Muir Dr, San Francisco, CA 94132
Studio–2 Beds • 1–2 Baths
- Studio, 1 Bath
- $2,249–$2,299
- 510+ Sqft
- 1 Floor Plan
- 1 Bed, 1 Bath
- $2,499–$2,759
- 604+ Sqft
- 1 Floor Plan
- 2 Beds, 1–2 Baths
- $2,970–$3,845
- 858–1,015 Sqft
- 2 Floor Plans
- Top Amenities
- Balcony
- Dishwasher
- Cable Ready
- Elevator
- Neighborhood
- Southwest San Francisco
View All Property Details - AVA Nob HillDealsSpecial Offer
$2,279+
4.5/5 stars based on 301 reviews301AVA Nob Hill
965 Sutter St, San Francisco, CA 94109
Studio–2 Beds • 1–2 Baths
9 Units Available- Studio, 1 Bath
- $2,279
- 371+ Sqft
- 4 Floor Plans
- 1 Bed, 1 Bath
- $2,480
- 528–842 Sqft
- 5 Floor Plans
- 2 Beds, 2 Baths
- $3,091
- 866–929 Sqft
- 3 Floor Plans
- Top Amenities
- Hardwood Flooring
- Balcony, Patio, Deck
- Pet Policy
- Dogs Allowed & Cats Allowed
- Neighborhood
- Lower Nob Hill
View All Property Details - Nob Hill Place
$2,300+
Nob Hill Place
1155 Jones St, San Francisco, CA 94109
Studio–2 Beds • 1 Bath
- Studio, 1 Bath
- $2,300
- 288–499 Sqft
- 4 Floor Plans
- 1 Bed, 1 Bath
- $2,850
- 468–734 Sqft
- 6 Floor Plans
- 2 Beds, 1 Bath
- $4,600
- 845+ Sqft
- 1 Floor Plan
- Top Amenities
- Washer & Dryer In Unit
- Dishwasher
- Washer & Dryer Connections
- Balcony, Patio, Deck
- Pet Policy
- Cats Allowed
- Neighborhood
- Northeast San Francisco
View All Property Details - The Lofts at One PowellDealsSpecial Offer
$2,500+
The Lofts at One Powell
10 Cyril Magnin St, San Francisco, CA 94102
Studio–2 Beds • 1–2 Baths
8 Units Available- Studio, 1 Bath
- $2,500–$3,355
- 510–620 Sqft
- 2 Floor Plans
- 1 Bed, 1 Bath
- $3,400–$3,750
- 595–875 Sqft
- 3 Floor Plans
- 2 Beds, 1–2 Baths
- $4,400–$4,700
- 930–983 Sqft
- 2 Floor Plans
- Top Amenities
- Washer & Dryer In Unit
- Dishwasher
- Cable Ready
- Elevator
- Pet Policy
- Cats Allowed & Dogs Allowed
- Neighborhood
- Downtown San Francisco-Union Square
View All Property Details - Avalon Ocean AvenueDealsSpecial Offer
$2,535+
4.5/5 stars based on 254 reviews254Avalon Ocean Avenue
1200 Ocean Ave, San Francisco, CA 94112
Studio–2 Beds • 1–2 Baths
9 Units Available- Studio, 1–2 Baths
- $2,535
- 494+ Sqft
- 73 Floor Plans
- 1 Bed, 1 Bath
- $3,090
- 716–871 Sqft
- 20 Floor Plans
- 2 Beds, 2 Baths
- $3,960
- 1,016–1,312 Sqft
- 37 Floor Plans
- Top Amenities
- Washer & Dryer In Unit
- Dishwasher
- Pet Policy
- Dogs Allowed & Cats Allowed
- Neighborhood
- Southwest San Francisco
View All Property Details - SoMa SquareDealsSpecial Offer
$2,600+
SoMa Square
1 Saint Francis Pl, San Francisco, CA 94107
Studio–3 Beds • 1–2 Baths
3 Units Available- Studio, 1 Bath
- $2,620
- 533+ Sqft
- 5 Floor Plans
- 1 Bed, 1 Bath
- $2,600
- 564–725 Sqft
- 21 Floor Plans
- 2 Beds, 2 Baths
- $3,616
- 1,044–1,133 Sqft
- 22 Floor Plans
- 3 Beds, 2 Baths
- Contact for Price
- 1,429+ Sqft
- 1 Floor Plan
- Top Amenities
- Dishwasher
- Cable Ready
- Elevator
- Balcony, Patio, Deck
- Pet Policy
- Cats Allowed & Dogs Allowed
- Neighborhood
- South Beach
View All Property Details - 855 Brannan
$2,620+
855 Brannan
855 Brannan St, San Francisco, CA 94103
Studio–3 Beds • 1–2 Baths
7 Units Available- Studio, 1 Bath
- $2,620
- 466–997 Sqft
- 14 Floor Plans
- 1 Bed, 1 Bath
- $3,340
- 630–854 Sqft
- 17 Floor Plans
- 2 Beds, 2 Baths
- $3,910
- 1,009–1,450 Sqft
- 12 Floor Plans
- 3 Beds, 2 Baths
- $5,928
- 1,288–1,435 Sqft
- 4 Floor Plans
- Top Amenities
- Washer & Dryer In Unit
- Air Conditioning
- Dishwasher
- Cable Ready
- Elevator
- Balcony, Patio, Deck
- Pet Policy
- Cats Allowed & Dogs Allowed
- Neighborhood
- Showplace Square
View All Property Details - 399 Fremont
$2,743+
399 Fremont
399 Fremont St, San Francisco, CA 94105
Studio–3 Beds • 1–3 Baths
7 Units Available- Studio, 1 Bath
- $2,743–$3,998
- 420–673 Sqft
- 6 Floor Plans
- 1 Bed, 1–2 Baths
- $4,008
- 671–1,462 Sqft
- 8 Floor Plans
- 2 Beds, 2–2.5 Baths
- $4,565
- 980–2,170 Sqft
- 17 Floor Plans
- 3 Beds, 2.5–3.5 Baths
- Contact for Price
- 1,824–2,220 Sqft
- 3 Floor Plans
- Top Amenities
- Balcony
- Elevator
- Pet Policy
- Cats Allowed & Dogs Allowed
- Neighborhood
- South Beach
View All Property Details - The MadelonDealsSpecial Offer
$2,791+
The Madelon
2000 Bryant St, San Francisco, CA 94110
Studio–2 Beds • 1–2 Baths
10+ Units Available- Studio, 1 Bath
- $2,791–$3,016
- 449+ Sqft
- 1 Floor Plan
- 1 Bed, 1 Bath
- $2,996
- 435–725 Sqft
- 10 Floor Plans
- 2 Beds, 1–2 Baths
- $4,136
- 728–963 Sqft
- 8 Floor Plans
- Top Amenities
- Washer & Dryer In Unit
- Balcony, Patio, Deck
- Pet Policy
- Cats Allowed & Dogs Allowed
- Neighborhood
- Southeast San Francisco
View All Property Details - 2000 Post
$2,823+
3.5/5 stars based on 399 reviews3992000 Post
2000 Post St, San Francisco, CA 94115
Studio–3 Beds • 1–2 Baths
4 Units Available- Studio, 1 Bath
- $2,823
- 370–782 Sqft
- 19 Floor Plans
- 1 Bed, 1–1.5 Baths
- $2,851
- 520–817 Sqft
- 12 Floor Plans
- 2 Beds, 2 Baths
- $3,941
- 700–950 Sqft
- 7 Floor Plans
- 3 Beds, 2 Baths
- $4,499–$6,349
- 970–1,500 Sqft
- 2 Floor Plans
- Top Amenities
- Elevator
- Pet Policy
- Cats Allowed & Dogs Allowed
- Neighborhood
- Northwest San Francisco
View All Property Details - The Franciscan Apartments
$2,895
The Franciscan Apartments
2290 Francisco St, San Francisco, CA 94123
Studio • 1 Bath
1 Unit Available- Studio, 1 Bath
- $2,895
- 530+ Sqft
- 1 Floor Plan
- Top Amenities
- Dishwasher
- Elevator
- Pet Policy
- Cats Allowed & Dogs Allowed
- Neighborhood
- Northwest San Francisco
View All Property Details - Potrero 1010
$2,961+
Potrero 1010
1010 16th St, San Francisco, CA 94107
Studio–2 Beds • 1–2 Baths
3 Units Available- Studio, 1 Bath
- Contact for Price
- 441+ Sqft
- 1 Floor Plan
- 1 Bed, 1 Bath
- $2,961
- 537–1,032 Sqft
- 35 Floor Plans
- 2 Beds, 1–2 Baths
- $4,036
- 939–1,472 Sqft
- 32 Floor Plans
- Top Amenities
- Washer & Dryer In Unit
- Air Conditioning
- Dishwasher
- Cable Ready
- Elevator
- Balcony, Patio, Deck
- Pet Policy
- Cats Allowed & Dogs Allowed
- Neighborhood
- Showplace Square
View All Property Details - Channel Mission Bay
$3,149+
4/5 stars based on 271 reviews271Channel Mission Bay
185 Channel St, San Francisco, CA 94158
Studio–2 Beds • 1–2 Baths
- Studio, 1 Bath
- $3,149
- 456–607 Sqft
- 8 Floor Plans
- 1 Bed, 1–1.5 Baths
- $3,649
- 609–1,057 Sqft
- 28 Floor Plans
- 2 Beds, 2 Baths
- $5,225
- 901–1,436 Sqft
- 24 Floor Plans
- Top Amenities
- Patio
- Elevator
- Pet Policy
- Cats Allowed & Dogs Allowed
- Neighborhood
- Channel Mission Bay
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- 77 Bluxome Apartments
$1,815+
77 Bluxome Apartments
77 Bluxome St, San Francisco, CA 94107
Studio • 1 Bath
2 Units Available- Studio, 1 Bath
- $1,815–$1,985
- 233+ Sqft
- 1 Floor Plan
- Top Amenities
- Dishwasher
- Cable Ready
- Hardwood Flooring
- Elevator
- Balcony, Patio, Deck
- Pet Policy
- Cats Allowed & Dogs Allowed
- Neighborhood
- Central South of Market
View All Property Details - Magland Arms Apartments
$1,925+
Magland Arms Apartments
1900 Eddy St, San Francisco, CA 94115
1 Bed • 1 Bath
2 Units Available- 1 Bed, 1 Bath
- $1,925–$2,400
- 208+ Sqft
- 1 Floor Plan
- Neighborhood
- Northwest San Francisco
View All Property Details - Tower 737DealsSpecial Offer
$2,191+
5/5 stars based on 2 reviews2Tower 737
737 Post St, San Francisco, CA 94109
Studio–2 Beds • 1–2 Baths
6 Units Available- Studio, 1 Bath
- $2,191–$4,837
- 326–400 Sqft
- 3 Floor Plans
- 1 Bed, 1 Bath
- $2,316–$5,224
- 470–486 Sqft
- 4 Floor Plans
- 2 Beds, 2 Baths
- $2,898–$5,894
- 705–710 Sqft
- 3 Floor Plans
- Top Amenities
- Balcony
- Dishwasher
- Cable Ready
- Elevator
- Pet Policy
- Cats Allowed & Dogs Allowed
- Neighborhood
- Lower Nob Hill
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- The Terraces
$2,257+
The Terraces
1330 Bush St, San Francisco, CA 94109
Studio–1 Bed • 1 Bath
- Studio, 1 Bath
- $2,257
- 435–657 Sqft
- 2 Floor Plans
- 1 Bed, 1 Bath
- $2,552–$2,985
- 657–745 Sqft
- 2 Floor Plans
- Top Amenities
- Dishwasher
- Cable Ready
- Elevator
- Pet Policy
- Cats Allowed & Dogs Allowed
- Neighborhood
- Lower Nob Hill
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- Parkmerced ApartmentsDealsSpecial Offer
$2,499+
2.5/5 stars based on 3 reviews3Parkmerced Apartments
3711 19th Ave, San Francisco, CA 94132
1–3 Beds • 1–3 Baths
10+ Units Available- 1 Bed, 1 Bath
- $2,499–$3,783
- 691–776 Sqft
- 2 Floor Plans
- 2 Beds, 1–2 Baths
- $2,849–$4,600
- 920–1,083 Sqft
- 2 Floor Plans
- 3 Beds, 2–3 Baths
- $4,800–$5,668
- 1,241–1,401 Sqft
- 2 Floor Plans
- Top Amenities
- Patio
- Cable Ready
- Hardwood Flooring
- Elevator
- Pet Policy
- Cats Allowed & Dogs Allowed
- Neighborhood
- Parkmerced
View All Property Details - NEMADealsSpecial Offer
$2,558+
5/5 stars based on 1 reviews1NEMA
8 10th St, San Francisco, CA 94103
Studio–3 Beds • 1–3 Baths
10+ Units Available- Studio, 1 Bath
- $2,558–$3,319
- 463–722 Sqft
- 9 Floor Plans
- 1 Bed, 1 Bath
- $3,509–$4,884
- 752–1,046 Sqft
- 17 Floor Plans
- 2 Beds, 2 Baths
- $5,825–$6,595
- 1,239–1,442 Sqft
- 3 Floor Plans
- 3 Beds, 3 Baths
- $8,385
- 1,935+ Sqft
- 1 Floor Plan
- Top Amenities
- Washer & Dryer In Unit
- Balcony
- Dishwasher
- Cable Ready
- Pet Policy
- Cats Allowed & Dogs Allowed
- Neighborhood
- Western South of Market
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- AVA 55 NinthDealsSpecial Offer
$2,689+
AVA 55 Ninth
55 9th St, San Francisco, CA 94103
Studio–2 Beds • 1–2 Baths
10+ Units Available- Studio, 1 Bath
- $2,950
- 528–587 Sqft
- 2 Floor Plans
- 1 Bed, 1 Bath
- $2,689
- 636–1,004 Sqft
- 7 Floor Plans
- 2 Beds, 2 Baths
- $2,890
- 855+ Sqft
- 10 Floor Plans
- Top Amenities
- Washer & Dryer In Unit
- Dishwasher
- Cable Ready
- Pet Policy
- Dogs Allowed & Cats Allowed
- Neighborhood
- Western South of Market
View All Property Details - 340 Fremont
$2,748+
340 Fremont
340 Fremont St, San Francisco, CA 94105
Studio–3 Beds • 1–3 Baths
3 Units Available- Studio, 1 Bath
- $2,748
- 443–720 Sqft
- 14 Floor Plans
- 1 Bed, 1 Bath
- $3,813
- 652–943 Sqft
- 17 Floor Plans
- 2 Beds, 2 Baths
- $5,052
- 977–1,505 Sqft
- 25 Floor Plans
- 3 Beds, 3 Baths
- Contact for Price
- 1,600–1,849 Sqft
- 3 Floor Plans
- Top Amenities
- Washer & Dryer In Unit
- Air Conditioning
- Dishwasher
- Cable Ready
- Hardwood Flooring
- Elevator
- Balcony, Patio, Deck
- Pet Policy
- Cats Allowed & Dogs Allowed
- Neighborhood
- South Beach
View All Property Details - Marina Court Apartments
$2,795
Marina Court Apartments
3445 Pierce St, San Francisco, CA 94123
1 Bed • 1 Bath
- 1 Bed, 1 Bath
- $2,795
- 835+ Sqft
- 1 Floor Plan
- Top Amenities
- Dishwasher
- Cable Ready
- Hardwood Flooring
- Pet Policy
- Cats Allowed & Dogs Allowed
- Neighborhood
- Marina Gardens
View All Property Details - The BradyDealsSpecial Offer
$2,850+
The Brady
1 Brady Street, San Francisco, CA 94103
Studio–2 Beds • 1–2 Baths
10+ Units Available- Studio, 1 Bath
- $2,850
- 315–589 Sqft
- 18 Floor Plans
- 1 Bed, 1 Bath
- $3,550
- 467–854 Sqft
- 21 Floor Plans
- 2 Beds, 2 Baths
- $3,999
- 795–1,575 Sqft
- 24 Floor Plans
- Top Amenities
- Air Conditioning
- Dishwasher
- Washer & Dryer Connections
- Hardwood Flooring
- Pet Policy
- Cats Allowed & Dogs Allowed
- Neighborhood
- Western South of Market
View All Property Details - La Terrazza
$2,923+
La Terrazza
7800 El Camino Real, Colma, CA 94014
Studio–3 Beds • 1–2 Baths
1 Unit Available- Studio, 1 Bath
- Contact for Price
- 282–331 Sqft
- 2 Floor Plans
- 1 Bed, 1–2 Baths
- $2,923
- 681–1,118 Sqft
- 7 Floor Plans
- 2 Beds, 2 Baths
- $3,493
- 1,035–1,321 Sqft
- 11 Floor Plans
- 3 Beds, 2 Baths
- Contact for Price
- 1,228–1,477 Sqft
- 2 Floor Plans
- Top Amenities
- Washer & Dryer In Unit
- Air Conditioning
- Balcony
- Dishwasher
- Elevator
- Pet Policy
- Cats Allowed & Dogs Allowed
View All Property Details - One Henry Adams
$3,013+
One Henry Adams
1 Henry Adams St, San Francisco, CA 94103
Studio–3 Beds
8 Units Available- Studio, 1 Bath
- $3,013
- 449–1,298 Sqft
- 9 Floor Plans
- 1 Bed, 1 Bath
- $3,187
- 651–771 Sqft
- 22 Floor Plans
- 2 Beds, 2 Baths
- $4,403
- 942–1,061 Sqft
- 19 Floor Plans
- 3 Beds, 2 Baths
- $5,703
- 1,061–1,298 Sqft
- 2 Floor Plans
- Top Amenities
- Washer & Dryer In Unit
- Air Conditioning
- Dishwasher
- Elevator
- Balcony, Patio, Deck
- Pet Policy
- Cats Allowed & Dogs Allowed
- Neighborhood
- Showplace Square
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Overview of San Francisco
When you're looking for cheap apartments in San Francisco, California, Rent.com can help you find one that's within your price range. These types of apartments are perfect for students attending San Francisco State University (SFSU), University of San Francisco (USF) as well as City College of San Francisco (CCSF). You can move to Ingleside or the Balboa Park area to be near the other city college location, or you can move to Bernal Heights, which will put you near the other location. Ashbury Heights is within walking distance of UCSF, so you won't have to worry about being late for class.
Other parts of the city that are more affordable include the Outer Sunset and the Outer Richmond. With convenient access to Golden Gate Park and the beach, these are residential and peaceful places to live. They are noticeably foggier than other parts of the city, though, so be sure to prepare for that.
Finding a Cheap Apartment in San Francisco
If you're looking for a cheap apartment in San Francisco, you will likely need to stick with either a studio or 1 bedroom apartment. One of the more affordable neighborhoods here is Excelsior, where you can likely find a smaller-sized place ranging from $1,8000-$2,000 a month. Located in convenient proximity to restaurants and bars, as well as local schools, Excelsior is a good neighborhood for singles, couples, and families alike to settle down. Once you move in, check out this helpful Rent.com blog post that gives great tips about how to save money once you move in.
What to Look for in Cheap Apartments in San Francisco
Studios are roughly 500 square feet, and one-bedroom apartments can be as large as 820 square feet. When you walk into a studio apartment in San Francisco, you'll have the kitchen to one side of the entryway with a wall on the right that leads to the bathroom, and the living area and dining room will be attached to each other. The one-bedroom apartments will be similar to the studios, but you'll have a wall and door that separates the bedroom from the living area.
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