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Apartments for Rent in San Francisco, CA under $1000

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Apartments for Rent in San Francisco, CA under $1000. 137 Rentals Available
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    16 Turk Street, San Francisco, CA 94102
    1 BED $950+
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    935 Kearny, San Francisco, CA 94133
    1 BED $995+
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    3420 Market Street, San Francisco, CA 94114
    1 BED $1
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    1201 Leavenworth Street, San Francisco, CA 94109
    2 BEDS Ask for pricing
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    PAGE, San Francisco, CA 94117
    STUDIO $250
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    361 Turk Street, San Francisco, CA 94102
    STUDIO $1,000+
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    744 Guerrero Street-YNRT, San Francisco, CA 94110
    STUDIO $50
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    7TH AVENUE, San Francisco, CA 94122
    STUDIO $200
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    C/O 1167 MISSION ST., 4TH FL., SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94103
    STUDIO $260
    2 BEDS $692
    3 BEDS $704+
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Getting around in San Francisco, CA

76 /100
Very Walkable
73 /100
Excellent Transit
68 /100
Bikeable
Walk Score®: 76, Transit Score®: 73, Bike Score®: 68

Frequently asked questions

When were prices and availability in San Francisco, CA last updated?

Prices and availability in San Francisco, CA were last updated on 5 Apr 2026.

What are the best apartments in San Francisco, CA?

The best apartments in San Francisco, CA are: 956 Valencia St., 533 Clayton, 1080 Eddy Street Apartments, 45 Brosnan and 1128 Valencia St..

What type of rental buildings are in San Francisco, CA?

In San Francisco 62% of the housing is rented out compared to 38% of homes are owned, according to the most recent Census Bureau estimates. 25% of San Francisco's apartments are found in large buildings of 50 units or more, 68% are located in smaller apartment complexes with less than 50 units, and 7% are single-family rentals.

Renting apartments in San Francisco, CA under $1,000

Searching for apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA under $1,000 is not an easy task, but luckily you have come to the right place. Whether you are a student on a budget, a young professional on the move, or simply a frugal person, RentCafe can help you find what you are looking for. Just make sure you know what you consider non-negotiable and what you can compromise on. Your new home is just a few clicks away. In San Francisco, CA, where the average rent is $1,114 per month, there are 137 units available for less than $1,000. Click on any of these units to see pictures, floor plans, amenities and more. After you have picked your favorite, you can contact the property to check availability. Considering that you are trying to spend as little as possible, looking at 1 bedroom apartments and studio apartments might be a good idea.

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Finding a nice cheap apartment is by no means impossible. You just have to be patient. Your “apartments near me under $1,000” search can bear fruit sooner than you think if you look carefully and check our site often. You never know when discount deals and special offers might pop up. Keep in mind that you are not the only one looking for an affordable apartment in San Francisco, CA. Choose “Save Search” to receive the latest apartments available directly to your inbox. This way, you will be able to stay one step ahead of the competition. With the cheapest apartments in San Francisco, CA going for $200 per month, there are great deals waiting to be discovered. Feeling lucky? Expand your search to 2 bedroom apartments and 3 bedroom apartments as well for more space.

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