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The cheapest apartments for rent in SoMa, San Francisco

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Published on February 28, 2020
The cheapest apartments for rent in SoMa, San Francisco30 Rausch St. | Photo: Zumper

Housing costs got you down? Though apartment hunting can be frustrating, there are deals to be had. So what does the budget price on a rental in SoMa look like these days — and what might you get for the price?

Walk Score indicates that the neighborhood has excellent walkability, is quite bikeable and boasts excellent transit options. It also features median rents for a one bedroom that hover around $3,879, compared to a $3,295 one-bedroom median for San Francisco as a whole.

A look at local listings in SoMa via rental sites Zumper and Apartment Guide offers an overview of what budget-minded 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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766 Harrison St.

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Listed at $2,275/month, this 273-square-foot studio apartment, located at 766 Harrison St., is 21.6% less than the $2,900/month median rent for a studio in SoMa.

Amenities offered in the building include on-site laundry, additional storage space and an elevator. Also, expect a dishwasher, central heating and stainless steel appliances in the apartment. Pets are not welcome. Expect a $40 application fee.

(See the complete listing here.)

1335 Folsom St.

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Photo: Zumper

This studio apartment, situated at 1335 Folsom St., is listed for $2,600/month for its 393 square feet.

In the unit, you're promised a balcony. Pet lovers are in luck: This rental is both dog-friendly and cat-friendly. There's no leasing fee required for this rental.

(See the complete listing here.)

574 Third St.

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Photo: Zumper

Here's a one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment at 574 Third St., which, at 440 square feet, is going for $2,795/month.

Amenities offered in the building include on-site laundry, package service and on-site management. In the unit, the listing promises high ceilings and a walk-in closet. Pet owners, inquire elsewhere: This spot doesn't allow cats or dogs. Future tenants needn't worry about a leasing fee.

(See the full listing here.)

103 Freelon St.

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Photo: Zumper

Then there's this apartment with one bedroom and one bathroom at 103 Freelon St., listed at $2,800/month.

The apartment has hardwood flooring. Neither cats nor dogs are welcome. There isn't a leasing fee associated with this rental.

(See the listing here.)

30 Rausch St.

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Last but not least, check out this 800-square-foot one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment at 30 Rausch St., listed at $2,975/month.

Building amenities include on-site laundry. Also, expect to find hardwood flooring, a dishwasher and high ceilings in the apartment. Neither cats nor dogs are allowed. Look out for a broker's fee equal to one month's rent.

(Here's the listing.)


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