Renting in San Francisco: What will $3,000 get you?

Renting in San Francisco: What will $3,000 get you?350 Union St. | Photo: Zumper
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Published on July 17, 2019

Curious just how far your dollar goes in San Francisco?

We've rounded up the latest rental listings via rental sites Zumper and Apartment Guide to get a sense of what to expect when it comes to finding an apartment in San Francisco if you don't want to spend more than $3,000/month on rent.

Take a peek at what rentals the city has to offer, below. (Note: Prices and availability are subject to change.)

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350 Union St. (North Beach)

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Listed at $2,909/month, this studio apartment is located at 350 Union St. (at Kearny St.)

In the furnished residence, you can anticipate a balcony, a fireplace and a mix of hardwood floors and carpeting. Cats and dogs are not permitted. There isn't a leasing fee associated with this rental.

According to Walk Score's assessment, the surrounding area has excellent walkability, is fairly bikeable and boasts excellent transit options.

(Check out the complete listing here.)

Warren Drive and Seventh Avenue (Inner Sunset)

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Photo: Zumper

Next, there's this one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment located at Warren Drive and Seventh Avenue in the Inner Sunset. It's listed for $2,950/month.

The building has on-site laundry and assigned parking. In the apartment, you can expect a dishwasher and stainless steel appliances. Luckily for pet owners, both dogs and cats are allowed. There isn't a leasing fee associated with this rental.

According to Walk Score's assessment, the area around this address is very walkable, has some bike infrastructure and offers many nearby public transportation options.

(See the complete listing here.)

1139 Green St. (Russian Hill)

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Photo: Zumper

Here's a 450-square-foot studio apartment at 1139 Green St. that's going for $2,950/month.

Expect to see hardwood flooring and a fireplace in the apartment. The building offers secured entry, outdoor space and additional storage space. Cats are welcome. The listing specifies a $4,000 deposit.

According to Walk Score's assessment, this location is extremely walkable, has some bike infrastructure and is a haven for transit riders.

(See the full listing here.)

Folsom Street and Precita Avenue (Bernal Heights)

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Photo: Zumper

Listed at $2,995/month, this 540-square-foot one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment is located at Folsom Street and Precita Avenue in Bernal Heights.

The building boasts outdoor space, and the unit has central heating, hardwood flooring, a deck and a dishwasher. Neither cats nor dogs are welcome. The rental doesn't require a leasing fee.

According to Walk Score, the area around this address has excellent walkability, is very bikeable and boasts excellent transit options.

(See the complete listing here.)

737 Pine St. (Chinatown)

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Photo: Zumper

Here's a 398-square-foot studio apartment at 737 Pine St. that's going for $2,995/month.

The building boasts on-site laundry, an elevator and garage parking. In the unit, expect a dishwasher and hardwood flooring. Animals are not permitted. There's no leasing fee required for this rental.

Walk Score indicates that this location has excellent walkability, has some bike infrastructure and is a haven for transit riders.

(Check out the complete listing here.)

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