Bay Area/ San Francisco/ Real Estate & Development
Published on July 16, 2019
Renting in San Francisco: The cheapest apartments on the market right now424 Ellis St. | Photo: Zumper

According to rental site Zumper, median rents for a one-bedroom apartment in San Francisco are hovering around $3,395. But how does the low-end pricing on a San Francisco rental look these days — and what might you get for your money?

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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530 Larkin St.

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Photo: Zumper

Listed at $1,495/month, this studio apartment, located at 530 Larkin St. in the Tenderloin, is 37.6 percent less than the median rent for a studio in San Francisco, which is currently estimated at around $2,395/month.

The building offers on-site laundry. In the unit, there's hardwood flooring and a kitchenette. Pets are not permitted.

Per Walk Score ratings, the area around this address is extremely walkable, is great for biking and is a haven for transit riders.

(See the complete listing here.)

424 Ellis St.

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This studio apartment, situated at 424 Ellis St. in the Tenderloin, is listed for $1,575/month.

The apartment boasts high ceilings and hardwood floors. The building offers additional storage space, assigned parking and on-site laundry. Neither cats nor dogs are welcome. The listing specifies a $1,575 deposit.

Per Walk Score ratings, the surrounding area is a "walker's paradise," is convenient for biking and has excellent transit.

(See the complete listing here.)

1451 Larkin St.

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Photo: Zumper

This studio apartment, situated at 1451 Larkin St. in Nob Hill, is listed for $1,850/month.

In the unit, the listing promises hardwood flooring and a walk-in closet. Animals are not permitted. 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.

(See the listing here.)

2143 Kirkham St.

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Photo: Zumper

And here's a studio apartment at 2143 Kirkham St. in the Outer Sunset, which is going for $1,850/month.

Amenities offered in the building include on-site laundry. Pets are not allowed. There isn't a leasing fee associated with this rental.

Walk Score indicates that this location is very walkable, is very bikeable and offers many nearby public transportation options.

(Check out the listing here.)


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