How to Find Cheap Apartments in San Francisco
San Francisco is one of America's most beautiful metropolitan cities, a place that thousands of students, families, and single professionals call home. The cost of living is higher than most regions of the U.S., so finding a cheap apartment can be challenging. Still, there are a few ways to find the right fit for your tastes and budget.
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Things You'll Need
- Map of San Francisco
- Local newspaper
- Driver's license
- Money for a security deposit
Instructions
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Visit the City-Data forums for information about San Francisco. This is a valuable resource for learning about specific areas in and around San Francisco, and can give you an idea of the neighborhood that you want to move to.
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Search listings on ApartmentHunterz.com. This site provides listings of San Francisco apartments by location and price range. Use the search features to filter down to exactly what you need.
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Look at rent specials on California Rent Source. This site lists a number of affordable rent specials and discounts available. Search through listings with pictures and amenities lists.
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Check listings on the San Francisco Craigslist. Apartments can be filtered down by your price range, and you will find a number of low-cost apartments offered by independent landlords and apartment complexes.
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Check specific areas on Apartments.com. This site features manager-owned properties and independent units available on the market. Browse and search by area and price range for the most updated information.
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Run a free search with your price range on RentinSanFrancisco.com. This site features thousands of listings that are updated regularly. You can locate apartments by keyword, city/neighborhood and ZIP code.
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Tips & Warnings
Many specials and discounts are available for signing a one-year lease; check with the landlord about current offers.
Be prepared to put down a minimum of one month's rent as a security deposit.
Always find out as much information as possible about the neighborhood's crime rates and general safety information.
References
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