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Apartments for Rent in San Francisco, CA

556 rentals available
  • 488 Folsom Street

    $10,000
    488 Folsom Street, San Francisco, CA 94105

    1 unit available
    3 bed
  • 2245 18th Street

    $4,250
    2245 18th Street, San Francisco, CA 94107

    1 unit available
    2 bed
  • 3351 Buchanan Street

    $5,250
    3351 Buchanan Street, San Francisco, CA 94123

    1 unit available
    2 bed
  • 299 Cole St.

    $3,100
    299 Cole Street, San Francisco, CA 94117

    1 unit available
    1 bed
  • 77 Blake Street

    $3,850
    77 Blake Street, San Francisco, CA 94118

    1 unit available
    2 bed
  • 1822 Great Highway

    $2,800
    1822 Great Highway, San Francisco, CA 94122
    (415) 317-7072

    1 unit available
    1 bed
  • 305 Liberty St

    $6,499
    305 Liberty Street, San Francisco, CA 94114

    1 unit available
    3 bed
  • 690 Alvarado St.

    $4,350
    690 Alvarado Street, San Francisco, CA 94114

    1 unit available
    2 bed
  • 227 Clinton Park

    $2,450
    227 Clinton Park, San Francisco, CA 94103

    1 unit available
    Studio
  • 235 Collins St.

    $6,550
    235 Collins Street, San Francisco, CA 94118

    1 unit available
    3 bed
  • 1635 Pierce Street

    $2,595
    1635 Pierce Street, San Francisco, CA 94115

    1 unit available
    1 bed
  • 55 Page St Apt 105DH

    $1,800
    55 Page Street, San Francisco, CA 94102
    (925) 508-6470

    1 unit available
    1 bed
    Amenities

    In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Hardwood floors, Dishwasher, Pet friendly, Parking + more

  • 8200 Ocean View Terrace - 1

    $2,800
    8200 Oceanview Terrace, San Francisco, CA 94132
    (415) 566-3631

    1 unit available
    1 bed
    Amenities

    Patio / balcony, Parking, 24hr gym, Elevator, Courtyard, and Microwave

  • 120 Burrows Street

    $3,600
    120 Burrows Street, San Francisco, CA 94134
    (415) 225-3476

    1 unit available
    2 bed
    Amenities

    On-site laundry, Dishwasher, Garage, and Internet access

  • 512 Judah St

    $2,625
    512 Judah Street, San Francisco, CA 94122
    (650) 489-6036

    1 unit available
    1 bed
    Amenities

    Patio / balcony, Hardwood floors, Pet friendly, Garage, Recently renovated, and Coffee bar

  • 38 Bryant St Unit 505

    $2,500
    38 Bryant Street, San Francisco, CA 94105
    (213) 635-9163

    1 unit available
    1 bed
    Amenities

    In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Dishwasher, Pet friendly, Garage, Gym + more

Average rent in San Francisco, California

The average rent for a 1 bedroom apartment in San Francisco is $3,626+, while the average rent for a 2 bedroom apartment is $5,077+. Rent rates updated ago
Studio
$2,619+Trending up
1 Bed
$3,626+Trending up
2 Beds
$5,077+Trending up
3+ Beds
$6,979+Trending up
* Averages are based on the rental prices of properties listed on Apartment List that don’t include fees

Top neighborhoods in San Francisco

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
South Beach
South Beach
What it’s like to live in South Beach
Waterfront modernity distinguishes South Beach, where San Francisco's newest neighborhood features sleek high-rises with amenities rarely found in the city's typically historic building stock. The district surrounds Oracle Park baseball stadium while offering exceptional Bay Bridge views from many buildings, alongside developing commercial corridors providing increasing walkable amenities unusual within typically car-dependent newer developments. South Beach renters enjoy San Francisco's rare combination of contemporary construction with historic adjacency, creating balanced environments increasingly valued as lifestyle considerations continue affecting housing decisions beyond purely practical calculations reflecting growing appreciation for environments integrating both architectural convenience and historic character beyond purely functional considerations.
Great for
Families
Retirees
Professionals
Young Renters
Commuters
Neighborhood vibe
Mixed-Use
Peaceful
Mixed-Use & Commercial

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The average rent in San Francisco is $2,619 for a studio, $3,626 for a one-bedroom apartment, and $5,077 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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