Bay Area/ San Francisco/ Real Estate & Development
Published on January 23, 2020
The least expensive apartments for rent in the Western Addition1135 Ellis St. | Photo: Zumper

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 rental in the Western Addition look like these days — and what might you get for the price?

Walk Score indicates that the neighborhood is extremely walkable, is convenient for biking and boasts excellent transit options. It also features median rents for a one-bedroom apartment that hover around $3,395, a little higher than the $3,295 one-bedroom median for San Francisco as a whole.

A look at local listings in the Western Addition, via rental sites Zumper and Apartment Guide, paints a picture of what price-conscious apartment seekers can expect to find in this San Francisco neighborhood.

Take a look at the cheapest listings available right now, below. (Note: Prices and availability are subject to change.)

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1760 Broderick St.

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This studio apartment, situated at 1760 Broderick St., is listed for $2,450/month.

In the unit, you'll find a renovated kitchen, hardwood flooring, central heating and stainless steel appliances. Pet owners, inquire elsewhere: This spot doesn't allow cats or dogs. The rental doesn't require a leasing fee.

(See the complete listing here.)

1135 Ellis St.

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Then there's this 450-square-foot studio apartment at 1135 Ellis St., listed at $2,500/month.

In the unit, you're promised a renovated kitchen and a fireplace. Amenities offered in the building include on-site laundry, outdoor space, an elevator and garage parking. Pets are not welcome. The rental doesn't require a leasing fee.

(See the listing here.)

2035 Bush St.

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Photo: Zumper

This one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment, situated at 2035 Bush St., is listed for $3,150/month.

In the unit, you're promised central heating and carpeting. The building offers an elevator, outdoor space, on-site laundry and garage parking. Cats and dogs are not permitted. Future tenants needn't worry about a leasing fee.

(See the listing here.)

295 Buchanan St., #102

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Photo: Zumper

Finally, here's a one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment at 295 Buchanan St., which, at 640 square feet, is going for $3,200/month.

When it comes to building amenities, expect on-site laundry and bike parking. In the unit, expect hardwood flooring and a renovated kitchen. Neither cats nor dogs are permitted. There isn't a leasing fee associated with this rental.

(Check out the listing here.)


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