Bay Area/ San Francisco/ Real Estate & Development
Published on June 22, 2020
Apartments for rent in San Francisco: What will $3,500 get you? 1120 Union St. | Photo: Zumper

Curious just how far your dollar goes in San Francisco?

We've rounded up the latest places for rent via rental sites Zumper and Apartment Guide to get a sense of what to expect when it comes to finding affordable apartments in San Francisco if you've got up to $3,500/month earmarked for your rent.

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

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100 Van Ness Ave. (Civic Center)

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Listed at $3,403/month, this 680-square-foot one-bedroom, one-bathroom abode is located at 100 Van Ness Ave.

In the unit, you can anticipate a dishwasher and both air conditioning and central heating. The building features on-site laundry. Pet lovers are in luck: This rental is both dog-friendly and cat-friendly. The rental doesn't require a leasing fee.

According to Walk Score, the area around this address is a "walker's paradise," is a "biker's paradise" and has excellent transit.

(Check out the complete listing here.)

333 Fremont St. (SoMa)

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Photo: Zumper

Next, there's this one-bedroom, one-bathroom unit situated at 333 Fremont St. It's listed for $3,409/month for its 614 square feet.

Building amenities include concierge service and package service. Pet lovers are in luck: The rental is both dog-friendly and cat-friendly.

According to Walk Score, this location has excellent walkability, has some bike infrastructure and boasts excellent transit options.

(See the complete listing here.)

820 Ashbury St. (Cole Valley)

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Here's a one-bedroom, one-bathroom unit at 820 Ashbury St. that's going for $3,425/month.

Expect to see a renovated kitchen, high ceilings and granite countertops in the residence. The building features additional storage space and outdoor space. Neither cats nor dogs are allowed. Look out for a $40 application fee.

Per Walk Score ratings, this location has excellent walkability, is very bikeable and has good transit options.

(See the full listing here.)

2175 Market St. (Castro)

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Photo: Zumper

Located at 2175 Market St., here's a 520-square-foot one-bedroom, one-bathroom abode that's listed for $3,447/month.

In the residence, the listing promises a mix of hardwood floors and carpeting. Good news for animal lovers: This property is both dog-friendly and cat-friendly.

According to Walk Score, the surrounding area has excellent walkability, is a "biker's paradise" and boasts excellent transit options.

(See the complete listing here.)

1120 Union St. (Russian Hill)

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Photo: Zumper

Listed at $3,450/month, this one-bedroom, one-bathroom residence is located at 1120 Union St.

The building has on-site laundry. The residence also includes hardwood flooring, a dishwasher, granite countertops and stainless steel appliances. Pets are not welcome. The listing specifies a $40 application fee.

According to Walk Score, this location is a "walker's paradise," is relatively bikeable and offers many nearby public transportation options.

(Take a look at the complete listing here.)

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