Bay Area/ San Francisco/ Real Estate & Development
Published on May 23, 2019
Renting in San Francisco: The cheapest apartments in the city right now57 Taylor St. | Photo: Zumper

Housing costs got you down? Though apartment hunting can be frustrating, there are deals to be had. So what does the low-end pricing on a rental in San Francisco look like these days—and what might you get for your money?

We took a look at local listings for studios and one-bedroom apartments in San Francisco via rental sites Zumper and Apartment Guide, to find out what price-conscious apartment seekers can expect to find.

Read on for the cheapest listings available right now. (Note: prices and availability are subject to change.)

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935 Geary St.

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This studio, situated at 935 Geary St. in the Tenderloin, is listed for $1,450/month.

In the unit, you'll find hardwood floors and a kitchenette. The landlord pays for all utilities. Animals are not permitted. There isn't a leasing fee associated with this rental, but there is a $35 application fee.

Walk Score indicates that this location has excellent walkability, is quite bikeable and has excellent transit.

(See the complete listing here.)

424 Ellis St.

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Here's a studio apartment at 424 Ellis St. in the Tenderloin, which is going for $1,650/month.

The apartment has hardwood floors and a kitchenette. When it comes to building amenities, expect on-site laundry and storage. Animals are not permitted. Expect a $1,650 deposit.

Walk Score indicates that the area around this address is extremely walkable, very bikeable and a haven for transit riders.

(See the full listing here.)

513 Bush St., #42

Photo: Zumper
Photo: Zumper

Next up is this studio apartment, located at 513 Bush St., #42 in Union Square. It's listed for $1,695/month.

When it comes to building amenities, expect on-site laundry and on-site management. In the unit, you're promised a a ceiling fan and closet space. Pets are not allowed.

According to Walk Score, this location is a "walker's paradise," is convenient for biking and has excellent transit.

(Here's the listing.)

57 Taylor St.

Photo: Zumper
Photo: Zumper

This studio, situated at 57 Taylor St. in the Tenderloin, is also listed for $1,695/month for its 218 square feet of space.

In the unit, expect to find hardwood flooring and high ceilings. The building has an elevator and on-site laundry. Animals are not permitted. There isn't a leasing fee associated with this rental.

Per Walk Score ratings, the surrounding area has excellent walkability, is easy to get around on a bicycle and boasts excellent transit options.

(See the listing here.)

845 O'Farrell St.

Photo: Zumper
Photo: Zumper

Over at 845 O'Farrell St. in the Tenderloin, there's this studio, going for $1,775/month.

In the unit, expect to find hardwood flooring and a walk-in closet. The building has on-site laundry. Neither cats nor dogs are allowed. There isn't a leasing fee associated with this rental.

Per Walk Score ratings, the area around this address has excellent walkability, is convenient for biking and boasts excellent transit options.

(View the listing here.)


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