Renting in San Francisco: The cheapest apartments available right now

Renting in San Francisco: The cheapest apartments available right now516 Ellis St. | Photos: Zumper
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Published on June 04, 2019

According to rental site Zumper, median rents for a one-bedroom apartment in San Francisco are hovering around $3,393. But what does the low-end pricing on a San Francisco rental look like these days — and what might you get for the price?

We took a look at local listings for studios and one-bedroom apartments from Zumper and Apartment Guide to find out what budget-minded 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.

Photo: Zumper
Photo: Zumper

Listed at $1,450/month, this studio apartment, located at 935 Geary St. in the Tenderloin, is 38.9 percent less than the median rent for a studio in San Francisco, which is currently estimated at around $2,375/month.

You'll find central heating in the unit. Pets are not welcome. There's no leasing fee required for this rental, but there is a $35 application fee.

Walk Score indicates that this location has excellent walkability, is a "biker's paradise" and boasts excellent transit options.

(See the complete listing here.)

424 Ellis St.

Photo: Zumper
Photo: Zumper

This studio apartment, situated at 424 Ellis St. in the Tenderloin, is listed for $1,650/month.

The apartment has high ceilings. Building amenities include on-site laundry and additional storage space. Pets are not allowed. Be prepared for a $1,650 deposit.

According to Walk Score's assessment, the surrounding area is a "walker's paradise," is very bikeable and is a haven for transit riders.

(See the complete listing here.)

845 O'Farrell St.

Photo: Zumper
Photo: Zumper

This studio apartment, situated at 845 O'Farrell St. in the Tenderloin, is listed for $1,775/month.

The residence has hardwood flooring, a walk-in closet and an eat-in kitchen. Pet owners, inquire elsewhere: this spot doesn't allow cats or dogs. The building features on-site laundry. There isn't a leasing fee associated with this rental.

According to Walk Score's assessment, the area around this address has excellent walkability, is easy to get around on a bicycle and is a haven for transit riders.

(See the listing here.)

516 Ellis St.

Photo: Zumper
Photo: Zumper

Here's a studio apartment at 516 Ellis St. in the Tenderloin, which, with 168 square feet, is going for $1,795/month.

In the unit, the listing promises hardwood flooring, high ceilings and a walk-in closet. Animals are welcome. Future tenants needn't worry about a leasing fee.

(Check out the listing here.)

1579 21st Ave.

Photo: Zumper
Photo: Zumper

Over at 1579 21st Ave. in the Outer Sunset, there's this 320-square-foot studio apartment, going for $1,800/month.

You can expect to find hardwood flooring in the furnished apartment, but it lacks a full kitchen. Animals are not allowed. The building features on-site laundry and outdoor space with a garden.

Walk Score indicates that this location is friendly for those on foot, is convenient for biking and has good transit options.

(View the listing here.)


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