Cheap Apartments for Rent in Central Waterfront
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STUDIO$1,273+1 BED$1,431+2 BEDS$1,591+
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STUDIO$3,166+1 BED$3,582+2 BEDS$4,655+Brick + Iron Lofts at Dogpatch
2235 3rd St, San Francisco, CA 94107 -
STUDIO$3,366+2 BEDS$5,459+The Gantry
2121 3rd St, San Francisco, CA 94107 -
STUDIO$3,438+1 BED$4,346+2 BEDS$4,537+Windsor at Dogpatch
2656-2660 3rd St, San Francisco, CA 94107 -
1 BED, 1 BATH$4,3582177 3rd St
2177 3rd St, San Francisco, CA 94107 -
2 BEDS, 2 BATHS$4,8001325 Indiana St Unit 101
1325 Indiana St, San Francisco, CA 94107 -
2 BEDS, 1 BATH$8,9992530 3rd St
2530 3rd St, San Francisco, CA 94107 -
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Cheap Apartments in Central Waterfront Neighborhood in San Francisco, CA
When looking for cheap apartments in Central Waterfront, Apartment Finder is your deal-hunting partner. Whether you’re looking for a studio, a one-bedroom, or a two-bedroom apartment, you want the best place at the right price. We have a great selection of budget-friendly apartments for rent, and we’ll show you which apartments offer the best value when compared to other apartments in Central Waterfront.
Finding a rental that fits your budget without compromising on quality can seem like a challenge, but Apartment Finder makes it easy to discover cheap apartments with all the features you want. To find an apartment you can afford, try looking in less popular neighborhoods outside of the city center. Timing is everything when searching for rentals that are affordable, so look at different times of the day, different days of the week and (if you can wait) certain months like December through March. When you find an apartment with a great price, don’t hesitate! Cheap apartments tend to go very quickly.
Affordability doens't have to equal sacrifice. While it’s important to be flexible, you might not have to give up as much as you think. You can find a cheap apartment for rent, complete with must-have amenities such as paid utilities and an in-unit washer and dryer. Click on any of these properties to see photos and floor plans, read reviews, check out the rent calculator, and learn more about the neighborhood with information on nearby parks, shopping malls, and transit stops. With 9 cheap apartments available in Central Waterfront, Apartment Finder is the place to find your next rental.
Top Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods in San Francisco
(For 1 bedroom apartments)- Neighborhoods Average Sq Ft Average Rent
- Stonestown 745 Sq Ft $2,988/mo
- Lower Nob 508 Sq Ft $3,108/mo
- Golden Gate Park 587 Sq Ft $3,182/mo
- Civic Center 586 Sq Ft $3,262/mo
- Hayes Valley 438 Sq Ft $3,340/mo
- Bayview 733 Sq Ft $3,358/mo
- Visitacion Valley 940 Sq Ft $3,368/mo
- Brookdale Terrace 971 Sq Ft $3,420/mo
- Nob Hill 556 Sq Ft $3,492/mo
- Western Addition 656 Sq Ft $3,573/mo
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