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Avalon at Mission Bay III

Avalon at Mission Bay III

San Francisco, California, 94158

Studio/1 Bedroom$1,855 - $2,705

2 Bedrooms$2,870 - $4,125

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947 Bush St

947 Bush St

San Francisco, California, 94109

Studio/1 Bedroom$1,275 - $1,595

Archstone South Market

Archstone South Market

San Francisco, California, 94107

Studio/1 Bedroom$1,705 - $2,260

2 Bedrooms$2,608 - $3,120

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434 Leavenworth

434 Leavenworth

San Francisco, California, 94102

Studio/1 Bedroom$950

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San Francisco apartments are available in a wide variety of different neighborhoods and surrounding cities. You can easily find pet friendly apartments in San Francisco using our apartment finder or search for apartment amenities like a fitness center, swimming pool or off-street parking. Make sure that you check out our apartment guide to discover all that San Francisco has to offer during your rental apartment search.

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San Francisco Apartment Rental Market

  • Household Income
    Household IncomeCityStateCity Compared to State
    Less than $10,0009.8%8.4% +1.4%
    $10,000 to $14,9995.0%5.6% -0.6%
    $15,000 to $19,9994.2%5.6% -1.4%
    $20,000 to $24,9994.3%5.8% -1.5%
    $25,000 to $29,9994.4%5.7% -1.3%
    $30,000 to $34,9994.6%5.7% -1.1%
    $35,000 to $39,9994.5%5.4% -0.9%
    $40,000 to $44,9994.7%5.2% -0.5%
    $45,000 to $49,9994.1%4.6% -0.5%
    $50,000 to $59,9997.6%8.6% -1.0%
    $60,000 to $74,99910.1%10.6% -0.5%
    $75,000 to $99,99912.1%11.5% +0.6%
    $100,000 to $124,9998.3%6.8% +1.5%
    $125,000 to $149,9994.9%3.6% +1.3%
    $150,000 to $199,9995.3%3.3% +2.0%
    $200,000 or more6.1%3.6% +2.5%
  • Cost of Living
    Share of Household Income Spent on RentCityStateCity Compared to State
    Less than 10.0%8.3%4.8% +3.5%
    10.0% to 14.9%12.6%9.8% +2.8%
    15.0% to 19.9%15.3%13.6% +1.7%
    20.0% to 24.9%12.9%13.1% -0.2%
    25.0% to 29.9%11.0%11.0% +0.0%
    30.0% to 34.9%7.6%8.2% -0.6%
    35.0% to 39.9%5.3%5.9% -0.6%
    40.0% to 49.9%6.5%8.0% -1.5%
    50.0% or more16.4%20.2% -3.8%
    Not computed4.2%5.4% -1.2%
  • Age Demographic of Renters
    Age Demographic of RentersCityStateCity Compared to State
    15 to 24 years6.3%9.6% -3.3%
    25 to 34 years32.3%29.3% +3.0%
    35 to 44 years22.2%25.8% -3.6%
    45 to 54 years16.0%16.5% -0.5%
    55 to 64 years8.9%8.0% +0.9%
    65 to 74 years7.2%5.3% +1.9%
    75 to 84 years5.3%4.0% +1.3%
    85 years and over1.9%1.6% +0.3%
  • Travel Time to Work
    Travel Time to WorkCityStateCity Compared to State
    Less than 30 minutes25.6%30.9% -5.3%
    30 to 44 minutes29.0%24.5% +4.5%
    45 to 59 minutes17.1%13.8% +3.3%
    60 or more minutes28.3%30.8% -2.5%

Source: 2000 Census

San Francisco

There's a good reason that the flag of San Francisco shows a rising phoenix. This beautiful city has come back from near ashes several times. While it can be said that San Francisco was born of the gold rush, it was nature who tried to kill it and failed.

It has survived and rebuilt from earthquakes in both 1906 and 1989 each time becoming even better than before.The gold rush facilitated one of the fastest growing cities anywhere. In the mid-1800s the population went from 400 to 25,000 in just about a year. The riches made in gold were spent in this city, and in turn San Francisco used it to create a rich cultural, economic and architectural environment.

It's liberal, it's intelligent, it's beautiful, and it's amazing. Today, San Francisco's economy is solidly based in banking, technology, and remains a busy port of entry. It is a city of Victorian homes side by side with contemporary architecture, and a population constantly accepting of change.

Fifty Hills

The landscape of the city is one of hills (there are 50 of them) and waterfront areas, and when you start looking for your San Francisco apartment, you are likely to face almost too many choices. Whether you opt for living near downtown on Nob Hill, Russian Hill, or in North Beach areas or choose the hipper Valencia Street, Haight-Ashbury or Marina areas, you will find an enormous amount of diversity in each. Public transportation is excellent, parking is at a premium and 40,000 people ride their bicycles to work every day.

Under the Golden Gate Bridge

Living in the city also offers great diversity and vibrancy in things to do. There are, of course, great areas along the water and more than 200 parks which range from neighborhood gems to the great Golden Gate Park. There is an international character about the city from its many performing arts venues to museums to the mixed use streets like Union or 24th Street in Noe Valley.

The San Francisco Opera and Ballet are both world renown, and who could miss The Fillmore with its eclectic concerts. Art lovers will find numerous museums and should spend time exploring The Palace of the Legion of Honor and the Museum of Modern Art amongst others. Your San Francisco apartment will provide a great home base from which to explore this great city.

California Cuisine

Eating out is an epicurean delight. With its strong Asian influence, some of the best Chinese, Japanese and Thai food is found here. You'll find different regions of these cuisines well represented too. Then there's California cuisine which is a world of its own. More or less invented across the bay in Berkeley by Alice Waters, restaurants like Aqua and Boulevard have taken it to other levels.

You'll want to check out the Mexican restaurants in the Mission District and the great seafood places near Fisherman's Wharf. Get started as soon as you're settled in your San Francisco apartment. It could take years just to touch the surface of the list of great restaurants here.

A Variety of Vibes

Nightlife in the city is a scene, and where you go depends on what scene you like. Young professionals tend to like bars in the Marina area while both aging and young hippies still gravitate to the Haight at night. North Beach has good dance clubs as well as strip clubs. Electronic music lovers will want to explore the SOMA district. There's just about every kind of vibe imaginable and part of the fun will be finding the ones you like best.

Average Apartment Rent in San Francisco, California

# Bedrooms Jan Dec Nov 3 Month % change
Studio $1,642 $1,580 $1,608 2.1%
1 Bed $2,057 $2,006 $1,981 3.8%
2 Bed $2,847 $2,703 $2,719 4.7%
3 Bed N/A N/A N/A 0%

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San Francisco Apartment Rental Trends

Apartments in San Francisco have competitive rents so be sure to use our apartment finder to get the best deal. In November the average rent for a 1 Bedroom San Francisco apartment cost $1,981. If you need a roommate, try finding a 2 bedroom apartment rental. An average 2 bedroom San Francisco apartment was $2,719 in November. Start your apartment search by checking out some of the San Francisco rentals listed below.

Featured San Francisco Apartments for Rent

  • Avalon at Nob Hill San Francisco, CA 94109

    Avalon at Nob Hill residents enjoy the peaceful ambiance of the colorfully landscaped garden courtyard complete with redwood seating areas and park benches. An unexpected oasis in the middle of the city, close to world-class shopping and restaurants. Make an Appointment.

  • Lakewood Apartments San Francisco, CA 94132

    Discover the beautiful wooded elegance of Lakewood Apartments and enjoy the finest in resort-style living. Overlooking Lake Merced and the Olympic Club Golf Course, Lakewood is conveniently located in close proximity to downtown San Francisco, San Francisco International Airport, San Francisco State University, and the Bayshore (101) and 280 freeways. Ocean Beach, the historic Cliff House, and many many more recreational facilities are a pleasant stroll away, as are two major shopping centers and a BART terminal. Move up to Lakewood and discover the best that life has to offer.

  • Mt Sutro Terrace Apartments San Francisco, CA 94131

    Here at Mt. Sutro Terrace Apartments, you'll find the kind of community you thought you couldn't find in the city. Get to meet and know your neighbors without feeling overcrowded or cramped. Wake up to beautiful views of the city and ocean (when the fog's not too thick, of course). You'll be able to get around the city with ease - there are three MUNI lines and several bus stops nearby, so you can go shopping, dining, or bar-hopping downtown whenever you want. But there's also plenty to do right around here! There's a shopping district in the area, and Mt. Sutro is close to the Judah/10th St. business district. We're also right next to the UCSF Medical Center and a few blocks from Golden Gate Park, a popular venue for outdoor concerts, and home of the California Academy of Sciences, recently remodeled and one of the largest natural history museums in the world (by the way, it's free admission on certain days each month). You can also go for a walk or run around the park to explore some of its other attractions. All of our apartment homes - even the studios - feature tons of closet space. There will be plenty of room for you and all of your stuff (and your furry friend, if you have one). We can't wait to show you everything there is to love about Mt. Sutro Terrace!

  • Archstone Fox Plaza San Francisco, CA 94102

    In the heart of San Francisco, situated perfectly between Orpheum Theatre and Yerba Buena Gardens and Civic Centers cultural hotspots lies an apartment community that invites you to live life on your own terms. Great apartments, great service and the amenities you deserve. All at a location that's exactly right, exactly where you want to be.

  • Edgewater San Francisco, CA 94158

    Urban styling meets sophistication at Edgewater, the Bay Area's premier address for stylish studios and one and two bedroom apartment homes. Perfectly located only blocks from AT&T Park and minutes from the 101 & 280 freeways, Edgewater Apartment Homes features bright, spacious floor plans with picturesque views of the Bay. Save on gas by walking everywhere! CalTrain and Muni Metro stations are just a few steps from your new apartment, as are Safeway, Whole Foods, and Trader Joes. Not into cooking at home? Numerous fine dining and fashionable shopping options are nearby as well. Edgewater Apartment Homes boasts a state-of-the-art fitness center, quiet courtyard, and placid promenade. Outdoor activities are numerous at Edgewater, where we invite our residents to walk, bike, or jog along the Embarcadero, and when the weather's warm, kayak from the Mission Bay launch point. Grab a piece of the good life at Edgewater Apartments!

  • Post Street Towers Apartments San Francisco, CA 94109

    Post Street Towers proudly offers exquisitely appointed residences, unparalleled community amenities, and service delivered by our professional staff that is second to none. The community is located in a convenient Lower Nob Hill location just a few short blocks walking distance to Union Square, the Westfield Shopping Center, the Academy of Art, the Fashion Institute of Design and Merchandising (FIDM), and Art Institute. We are also a short bus or car ride from the Financial District, a major employment epicenter, UC Hasting Law School, UCSF Medical School, UOP Dental School, Golden Gate University, a San Francisco State University Extension campus, a City College of San Francisco campus, San Francisco City Hall, Japan Town and Chinatown. Additionally, our community is one block from a bus stop with access to major bus lines and approximately 6 short blocks from a BART train station providing access to other San Francisco and East Bay locales.

  • Ashton San Francisco San Francisco, CA 94134

    Nestled on a hillside overlooking the San Francisco Bay, Ashton offers a unique mix of modern luxury and green living, proving that living smarter doesn't necessarily mean
    sacrificing luxury. Ashton hosts a variety of environmentally friendly initiatives that create an exquisite sanctuary where life just feels good.

    Go green with a convenient recycling center. Breathe easier with an innovative air-quality design and a smoke-free environment. Enjoy dedicated parking for low-emission, fuel-efficient and carpool vehicles, or grab the complimentary BART and Caltrain shuttle. Here, opulence and good conscience go hand in hand.

    ASHTON'S convenient city access and breathtaking bay, hillside and mountain views prove this is where fast-paced life meets quiet reflection. Our location in itself is an ode to
    smarter living. Truly an urban oasis, ASHTON is surrounded by over 200 acres of neighborhood parks with scenic views, water access, recreational hiking and biking trails,
    eucalyptus-lined paths and a nearby wildlife refuge.

    Enjoy a leisurely walk with your four-legged friend on one of the many surrounding trails. Venture out to Union Square for a day of premier shopping and dining. Or unwind around the rooftop firepit while watching the windsurfers in San Francisco Bay. However you decide to spend your days, ASHTON is the perfect way to relax and pay homage to the world around you. Please Call for an Appointment today.

  • Saint Francis Pl Rental Home in San Francisco San Francisco, CA 94107

    Rent 1,883 2,875FeesApplication fee 42applicantMovein fee 199 depositParking fee 200 and upStorage fee 25 45 Pet fee 500 pet deposit, 50 pet feemonthCommunity AmenitiesThe amenities you deserve Stateoftheart fitness center Cardio equipment and flat screen TVs throughout Conference room available Onsite clothescare facility Picnic patio with barbeque grills Click Cafe Internet Lounge with free WiFi Resortstyle pool and spa Private landscaped courtyards Parking garage with elevatorsOnsite services Psoas Massage Studio Convenience store onsite Moscone Deli Alamo Rental Car Service Dry cleaning services Shoe repair ATMApartment FeaturesSpectacular apartments Spacious one, two and threebedroom apartments and townhomes Great city views Wood burning fireplace Hardwood floors Washer and dryer in unit Private patiobalconyGourmet kitchens Stainless steel app Listing ID 1446305

  • Large 2 or 3 BR + den, porch, pkg, yard, laundry San Francisco, CA 94118

    This upper unit is a large, clean 2 or 3+ BR flat. All rooms have high ceilings and plenty of light. It is a block from USF and the Lucky's supermarket. It is also within walking distance of GG Park and the Haight. Very close to Muni in all directions. It also has 1 BA, a large living room, formal dining room, large kitchen with pantry, back porch, windows with miniblinds, hardwood floors, gas fireplace and carpeted stairs. There is a garage for 1 car. There is a full back yard and laundry facilities. Cat OK.

  • Beautiful and Spacious 4bd/3bth Condo San Francisco, CA 94112

    Gorgeous condo available for rent for the first time. This beautiful sunny home offers hardwood floors, granite counter tops, stainless steel appliances, brand new carpet, crown moulding, recessed lighting, full size washer and dryer, private fenced backyard and deck. Extremely convenient location. Walk to BART or drive minutes to 101 or 280. Close to many restaurants and shopping. Don't miss this opportunity. Deposit $1700. Will consider pets with additional deposit .

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