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Living in San Francisco

Urban living, tech innovations, and natural beauty collide in San Francisco: a vibrant, historic city sprawling with iconic landmarks, diverse neighborhoods, and stunning coastal views. The city’s dynamic energy and inclusivity attract residents who love a faster-paced, yet balanced way of life, with a world-class dining scene, miles of outdoor recreation, and thriving arts and culture.
Life in San Francisco
Average rental prices
Studio
$2,607
1 bed
$3,415
2 beds
$4,731
3+ beds
$6,361
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Tech professionals
Artists/creatives
Individuals valuing walkability and diverse culture

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Rental pricing trends in San Francisco

The average rent for a 1 bedroom apartment in San Francisco is $3,415, while the average rent for a 2 bedroom apartment is $4,731.

Rent rates updated 27 days ago. Averages are based on the rental prices of properties listed on Apartment List.

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Top neighborhoods

South Of Market
South Of Market
What it’s like to live in South Of Market
Urban transformation defines San Francisco's South of Market (SoMa) district, where former warehouses and industrial buildings now house innovative startups alongside luxury loft apartments. The neighborhood surrounds both Oracle Park and the Yerba Buena cultural district, offering sports entertainment and artistic programming within walking distance of most rentals. Though noise considerations exist from both highway proximity and vibrant nightlife in certain sections, the district's large blocks and wide streets create surprisingly open feeling compared to San Francisco's densely developed residential neighborhoods. The area's excellent public transportation includes multiple Muni and BART connections to broader city and regional destinations without vehicle requirements. The primary consideration remains significant unhoused population concentrations in certain sections, creating urban challenges requiring awareness when considering specific blocks within this diverse and developing district.
Great for
Young Professionals
Tech Workers
Nightlife Enthusiasts
Commuters
Investors
Neighborhood vibe
Urban
High-Rise
Lively
Tech Hub
Pacific Heights
Pacific Heights
What it’s like to live in Pacific Heights
Spectacular views and mansion architecture define Pacific Heights, where San Francisco's most prestigious address showcases extraordinary wealth alongside occasional rental possibilities in divided larger homes and smaller apartment buildings on less prominent streets. The neighborhood's elevation provides breathtaking panoramas across San Francisco Bay toward both Alcatraz and the Golden Gate Bridge, while the sophisticated shopping district along Fillmore Street offers upscale amenities without downtown congestion. Though commanding San Francisco's highest rental rates, Pacific Heights rewards residents with both architectural magnificence and exceptional positioning between both Presidio parklands and Union Street dining creating ideal urban balance rare across typically specialized San Francisco districts emphasizing either natural or commercial advantages rather than successfully integrating both environmental features.
Great for
Affluent Families
Luxury Renters
Professionals
Retirees
Neighborhood vibe
Scenic
Established
Residential
Mission District
Mission District
What it’s like to live in Mission District
Latino culture thrives in this vibrant barrio where Balmy Alley's ever-changing murals document social justice movements. Renters love 24-hour taquerias but note persistent street parking shortages near 24th Street BART Station during commute hours.
Great for
Artists
Creatives
Young Professionals
Music Lovers
Entrepreneurs
Neighborhood vibe
Historic
Charming
Walkable

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Renter Satisfaction

Apartment List has released San Francisco’s results from the third annual Apartment List Renter Satisfaction Survey. This survey, which drew on responses from over 45,000 renters nationwide, provides insight on what states and cities must do to meet the needs of the country’s 111 million renters.

"San Francisco renters expressed general satisfaction with the city overall," according to Apartment List. "However, ratings varied greatly across different categories, indicating that even though renters love San Francisco, some aspects can be better."

Overall70%
Career90%
Weather90%
Dating90%
Public transit80%
Recreation80%
Commute time50%
Safety40%
Pet friendly40%
Taxes10%
Schools10%
Affordability0%
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