Is a 1-bedroom or studio apartment a better value in San Francisco?

In San Francisco, 1-bedrooms average $4,249/mo versus $2,785/mo for a studio. For solo renters on a tight budget, compare both filters on Rentler before applying. If you work from home or spend significant time in your apartment, the extra separation of a larger unit may be worth the difference.

Are 1-bedroom apartments in San Francisco pet-friendly?

Pet policies on 1-bedroom apartments vary by landlord and building — there's no blanket rule. Use Rentler's pet-friendly filter to narrow your search, then confirm breed, weight, and deposit requirements directly with the landlord before applying.

Can I find furnished 1-bedrooms in San Francisco, CA?

Furnished 1-bedrooms are available in San Francisco but represent a smaller share of total inventory compared to unfurnished units. Use Rentler's furnished filter to surface move-in-ready options. Furnished units are most common in newer construction buildings and in complexes that cater to corporate or short-term renters.

How much should I earn to rent a 1-bedroom in San Francisco?

Most landlords in San Francisco require gross monthly income of 2.5–3x the monthly rent. For a 1-bedroom at San Francisco's current average of $4,249/mo, that means demonstrating roughly 2.5–3x that amount in gross income. If you're below that threshold, a co-signer, larger security deposit, or prepaid rent may be accepted by some landlords — always worth asking.

1-Bedroom Rentals in San Francisco, CA

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$2,700

1 bed1 bath800 sqftApartment

1330 Sacramento St 27, Berkeley, CA, 94702

$3,500

1 bed1 bath550 sqftApartment

565 8th Ave unit 202, San Francisco, CA, 94118

$2,000

1 bed1 bathApartment

40 28th St 5, San Francisco, CA, 94110

$3,995

1 bed1 bathApartment

10 College Avenue, San Francisco, CA, 94112

$1,500

1 bed1 bathSingle Room

1515 Center Street Furnished Room 4, Oakland, CA, 94607

$3,100

1 bed1 bath1,147 sqftCondo

1175 59th St 5, Emeryville, CA, 94608

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$5,400

1 bed1 bath550 sqftHouse

925 Pine St, San Francisco, CA, 94108

$950

1 bed1 bathHouse

215 Dennis Drive One room left rent for $950 / month, Daly city, CA, 94015

$3,300

1 bed1 bathOther

959 Capp St 10, San Francisco, CA, 94110

$3,800

1 bed1 bathSingle Room

680 Mission St 25E, San Francisco, CA, 94105

$2,800

1 bed1 bathApartment

1408 Shafter Ave 1, San Francisco, CA, 94124

$1,380

1 bed1 bath850 sqftSingle Room

300 A Warwick ST. 1, Daly City, CA, 94015

$3,250

1 bed1 bath515 sqftApartment

520 Geary St 403, San Francisco, CA, 94102

$4,495

1 bed1 bathCondo

1880 Page Street 4, San Francisco, CA, 94117

$4,895

1 bed1 bath571 sqftCondo

1111 Jones Street 12, San Francisco, CA, 94109

$4,495

1 bed1 bath650 sqftCondo

72 Pearl Street, San Francisco, CA, 94103

$5,995

1 bed1 bathCondo

2640 Greenwich St 404, San Francisco, CA, 94123

$4,795

1 bed1 bath550 sqftCondo

254 Central Avenue 254B, San Francisco, CA, 94117

$2,595

1 bed1 bath620 sqftCondo

1922 Sacramento Street, Berkeley, CA, 94702

$2,695

1 bed1 bath507 sqftApartment

666 O'Farrell St C, San Francisco, CA, 94109

$1,350

1 bed1 bath120 sqftHouse

319 Ivy Street 414, San Francisco, CA, 94102

$4,250

1 bed1 bath667 sqftCondo

1954 McAllister Street #A, San Francisco, CA, 94115

$4,200

1 bed1 bath601 sqftCondo

2730 23rd Street #C, San Francisco, CA, 94110

$4,100

1 bed1.5 baths572 sqftCondo

2730 23rd Street #B, San Francisco, CA, 94110

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What to Know Before Renting a 1-Bedroom Apartment in San Francisco, CA

A 1-bedroom apartment in San Francisco hits the sweet spot for most solo renters and couples — enough space to have a real living room and a separated sleep area, without the cost of a 2-bedroom you don't fully use. For remote workers, a 1-bedroom is often the minimum viable setup: you can close a door between your workspace and your living space, which matters more than most people expect before they try working from a studio. When evaluating 1-bedrooms in San Francisco, pay attention to bedroom size (some 1-bedrooms are technically 1-bedrooms with a bedroom that fits a queen bed and nothing else), closet space, and whether the kitchen opens to the living room or is walled off. In-unit laundry, a parking spot, and a dedicated storage unit are the three amenities most renters wish they'd prioritized when they didn't have them. 1-bedrooms in San Francisco also tend to have the most competitive rental market of any unit type — more supply than studios, but more demand than 2-bedrooms, which means good 1-bedrooms in desirable San Francisco neighborhoods at fair prices move quickly.