The cheapest apartments for rent in the Tenderloin, San Francisco

530 Larkin St.

530 Larkin St. | Photo: Zumper

According to rental site Zumper, median rents for a one bedroom in the Tenderloin are hovering around $2,850, compared to a $3,300 one-bedroom median for San Francisco as a whole.

But how does the low-end pricing on a Tenderloin rental look these days — and what might you get for the price?

We took a look at local listings from Zumper and Apartment Guide to find out what price-conscious apartment seekers can expect to find in the neighborhood, which, according to Walk Score ratings, is a "walker's paradise," is a "biker's paradise" and boasts excellent transit options.

Take a look at the cheapest listings available right now, below. (Note: Prices and availability are subject to change.)

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530 Larkin St.

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Listed at $1,495/month, this studio apartment, located at 530 Larkin St., is 25.1% less than the $1,995/month median rent for a studio in the Tenderloin.

The apartment features hardwood floors. Neither cats nor dogs are welcome.

(See the complete listing here.)

669 Ellis St.

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Next, this studio apartment, situated at 669 Ellis St., is listed for $1,695/month.

You can expect to see hardwood floors, stainless steel appliances and a dishwasher in the apartment. Pet owners, take heed: This property is cat-friendly. The listing specifies a $250 pet fee.

(See the complete listing here.)

237 Leavenworth St.

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Then there's a studio apartment at 237 Leavenworth St., which, at 350 square feet, is going for $1,795/month.

The building offers on-site laundry. In the unit, anticipate hardwood floors. Neither cats nor dogs are welcome. The rental doesn't require a leasing fee.

(See the full listing here.)

620 Eddy St.

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Check out this 350-square-foot apartment at 620 Eddy St., listed at $1,825/month.

When it comes to building amenities, expect on-site laundry. The unit comes with stainless steel appliances and hardwood floors. For those with furry friends in tow, this rental is pet-friendly. The rental doesn't require a leasing fee.

(See the listing here.)

719 Larkin St.

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Finally, check out this one-bedroom, one-bathroom residence at 719 Larkin St., listed at $2,575/month.

In the unit, anticipate a walk-in closet, hardwood floors and in-unit laundry. Pet owners, inquire elsewhere: This spot doesn't allow cats or dogs. Expect a $40 application fee.

(Here's the listing.)


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