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- 215 Fair Oaks Street, San Francisco, CA 94110$4,500
- 52 Manchester Street, San Francisco, CA 94110(415) 336-2658$3,875
52 Manchester Street
- 1 unit available
- 2 bed
- 175 Williams Avenue, San Francisco, CA 94124$4,700
175 Williams Avenue
- 1 unit available
- 4 bed
- 574 Castro Street, San Francisco, CA 94114$5,000
574 Castro Street
- 1 unit available
- 2 bed
- 601 Diamond Street, San Francisco, CA 94114$6,500
601 Diamond Street
- 1 unit available
- 4 bed
- 520 Grant Avenue, San Francisco, CA 94108$3,200
520 Grant Avenue
- 1 unit available
- 1 bed
- 2125 Broderick Street, San Francisco, CA 94115(415) 309-5667$25,000
2125 Broderick Street
- 1 unit available
- 4 bed
- 1160 Florida Street, San Francisco, CA 94110$18,000
1160 Florida Street
- 1 unit available
- 4 bed
- 3222 Folsom Street, San Francisco, CA 94110$3,000
3222 Folsom Street
- 1 unit available
- 1 bed
- 1331 La Playa Street, San Francisco, CA 94122(408) 703-6363$2,395
1331 La Playa Street
- 1 unit available
- 1 bed
- 176 Julian Avenue, San Francisco, CA 94103$2,875
176 Julian Avenue
- 1 unit available
- 1 bed
- 412 Cortland Avenue, San Francisco, CA 94110$4,790
412 Cortland Avenue
- 1 unit available
- 3 bed
- 27 Lexington Street, San Francisco, CA 94110$2,800
27 Lexington Street
- 1 unit available
- 1 bed
- 36 Cumberland Street, San Francisco, CA 94110$6,250
36 Cumberland Street
- 1 unit available
- 3 bed
Average rent in San Francisco, California
- Studio
- $2,652+Trending up
- 1 Bed
- $3,699+Trending up
- 2 Beds
- $5,078+Trending up
- 3+ Beds
- $6,926+Trending up
* Averages are based on the rental prices of properties listed on Apartment List that don’t include fees
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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
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Luxury Renters
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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
Marina District
What it’s like to live in Marina District
Waterfront sophistication characterizes San Francisco's Marina District, where Art Deco apartments and renovated military buildings face the Bay with views extending to Alcatraz and the Golden Gate Bridge. The neighborhood surrounds Chestnut Street's upscale shopping and restaurant corridor, while the nearby Marina Green and Crissy Field provide extensive recreation space unusual for urban San Francisco. Though rental rates significantly exceed city averages, many properties include unexpected amenities from roof decks with panoramic views to period architectural details reflecting the district's 1920s development following the Panama-Pacific Exposition. The primary consideration remains earthquake vulnerability in certain sections built on landfill, requiring research into specific building retrofitting when considering properties in this architecturally distinctive but geologically challenging district. The neighborhood perfectly balances urban amenities with outdoor recreation, though weekend tourist presence creates temporary congestion along waterfront paths.
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Artists
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Find an apartment for rent in San Francisco, CA
Searching for an apartment for rent in San Francisco, CA? Look no further! Apartment List will help you find a perfect apartment near you. There are 577 available rental units listed on Apartment List in San Francisco. Click on listings to see photos, floorplans, amenities, prices and availability, and much more!
The average rent in San Francisco is $2,652 for a studio, $3,699 for a one-bedroom apartment, and $5,078 for a two-bedroom apartment. If you are looking for a deal, keep an eye out for a red pulsing icon that indicates rent specials.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
In San Francisco, the average rent is $2,652+ for a studio, $3,699+ for a 1-bedroom, $5,078+ for a 2-bedroom, and $6,926+ for a 3-bedroom.*
*Based on base prices that don’t include fees
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