Budget apartments for rent in the Mission

Budget apartments for rent in the Mission2191 Mission St. | Photo: Zumper
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Published on November 22, 2019

Need a budget-friendly new spot? Though apartment hunting can be challenging, don't despair just yet — there are deals to be had. So what does an affordable price on a rental in the Mission look like these days — and what might you get for your money?

According to Walk Score's assessment, the Mission is extremely walkable, convenient for biking and a haven for transit riders. It's also an expensive place to live, with median rents for a one-bedroom that hover around $3,307, compared to a $3,400 one-bedroom median for San Francisco as a whole.

A look at local listings in the Mission via rental sites Zumper and Apartment Guide offers an overview of what price-conscious apartment seekers can expect to find in this San Francisco neighborhood.

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

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3116 16th St.

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Here's a studio apartment, situated at 3116 16th St. and listed for $2,150/month.

Expect to find hardwood flooring, a walk-in closet and central heating in the unit. The building features on-site laundry. Pets are not permitted. There's no leasing fee required for this rental.

(See the complete listing here.)

2191 Mission St.

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Photo: Zumper

Next, there's this one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment at 2191 Mission St., which, at 650 square feet, is going for $2,850/month.

You can expect central heating and carpeted flooring in the unit. Pets are not allowed.

(See the full listing here.)

3525 17th St.

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Then there's this apartment with one bedroom and one bathroom at 3525 17th St., listed at $3,100/month.

The apartment comes with hardwood flooring, a dishwasher and central heating. Pet owners, inquire elsewhere: This spot doesn't allow cats or dogs. When it comes to building amenities, expect on-site management and assigned parking. There isn't a leasing fee associated with this rental.

(See the listing here.)

57 Elizabeth St.

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Photo: Zumper

Last but not least, check out this 750-square-foot one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment at 57 Elizabeth St., listed at $3,200/month.

The apartment comes furnished and has a deck, hardwood flooring and a dishwasher. The building features a garden. Cats and dogs are not allowed.

(Here's the listing.)


This story was created automatically using local real estate data from Zumper and Apartment Guide, then reviewed by an editor. Click here for more about what we're doing. Additionally, if you’re an agent or a broker, read on for real estate marketing ideas to promote your local listing.

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