Current Rental Market in San Francisco
The Mission, SoMa, and Tenderloin offer the most listings at lower price points, while Pacific Heights and Noe Valley command premium pricing. Tech campuses in the South Bay pull demand south.
| Total active listings | 68,510 |
| Average rent | $1,084/mo |
| Median rent | $685/mo |
| Price range | $1 – $18,756/mo |
| Active neighborhoods | 12 |
| Data last updated | May 16, 2026 |
Listings by Bedroom Count
Popular Neighborhoods in San Francisco
Neighborhoods ranked by current listing volume. More listings means more options — and often more competition.
Tips for Renting in San Francisco
- San Francisco has strong tenant protections — understand rent control coverage before signing.
- Many listings fill within 3–5 days. Set instant alerts to catch new listings as they post.
- Parking adds $200–400/month in most SF neighborhoods — factor this into your total cost.
How LeaseHound Helps
LeaseHound monitors Craigslist and rental APIs every 15 minutes, aggregating every new listing in San Francisco the moment it posts. Instead of manually checking multiple sites, you set your criteria once and let LeaseHound watch for you.
Free accounts get a daily email digest of new matches. Pro accounts ($8/month) get instant alerts — notified within minutes of a new listing meeting your criteria.
In a competitive market like San Francisco, that speed advantage matters. Most landlords stop showing units once they have a few serious applicants.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent in San Francisco?
The average rent in San Francisco is $1,084/month based on 2,487 active listings on LeaseHound. The median rent is $685/month. Prices range from $1 to $18,756 depending on neighborhood and unit size.
How many apartments are available in San Francisco right now?
LeaseHound currently tracks 68,510 rental listings in San Francisco. Listings are updated continuously from multiple sources including Craigslist and RentCast. New listings are added every 15 minutes.
What are the best neighborhoods to rent in San Francisco?
The most active rental neighborhoods in San Francisco based on current listing volume are: Downtown, Mission, Nob Hill, Marina, Richmond. LeaseHound tracks listings across all of them.
How do I get notified of new rentals in San Francisco?
Sign up for LeaseHound and set your search preferences for San Francisco. Free accounts get daily email digests. Pro accounts ($8/month) get instant alerts within minutes of a new listing posting.
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