Apartments for Rent in Bayview Under $3,500
As of September 2, 2026, Rentomatics tracks 19 apartments for rent in Bayview under $3,500/month, starting at $1,050/month. Listings are aggregated from Craigslist, Zumper, and other Bay Area sources and refreshed continuously.
Bayview, often called Bayview-Hunters Point, sits in San Francisco's southeastern corner along the bay, historically the heart of the city's Black community and long shaped by the industry of the former Hunters Point Naval Shipyard. Third Street is its commercial spine, running the length of the neighborhood past small storefronts, the historic Bayview Opera House, and the light-rail line that shares the street. The area still carries visible industrial edges — warehouses, auto shops, and light manufacturing around Evans, Jerrold, and Islais Creek — alongside blocks of modest single-family homes on the hills of Silver Terrace and Hunters Point. Large-scale redevelopment at the old shipyard and toward Candlestick Point has added new housing over recent years, though the pace has been uneven. Bayview is also among the sunnier parts of San Francisco, sitting largely outside the fog belt that blankets the western neighborhoods. It remains one of the most affordable places to rent within city limits.
Capping your search at $3,500/month keeps Bayview realistic. That's a comfortable ceiling here — above the current average of about $2,615, so you'll have real choice.
19 listings available — updated September 2, 2026, refreshed continuously
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Living in Bayview
The vibe
Bayview feels more open and low-slung than most of San Francisco, with wide streets, detached houses, and stretches of industrial land rather than dense apartment blocks. There is a strong sense of local community and history here, anchored by the Bayview Opera House and the arts and small businesses along the Third Street corridor. Waterfront and open space are a real draw: Heron's Head Park and the India Basin shoreline offer birdwatching and bay views, and John McLaren Park, the city's second-largest park, sits just to the west. The neighborhood is quieter and less polished than central SF, with pockets of new construction abutting long-standing working-class blocks. Community gardens like Quesada Gardens reflect the grassroots character of the place.
Getting around
The Muni Metro T Third light-rail line runs straight up Third Street, connecting Bayview to Mission Bay and downtown, and continuing through the Central Subway to Union Square and Chinatown. Several surface stops line the corridor, making the T the neighborhood's primary transit backbone, supplemented by bus routes including the 44, 54, and 24. Bayview sits close to major freeways, with US-101 and Interstate 280 both easily reachable, which makes it comparatively car-friendly by San Francisco standards, and street parking is generally easier to find here than in denser districts. Caltrain access is available at the Bayshore station on the southern edge and at 22nd Street to the north. The tradeoff is that the T can be slow, and blocks farther from Third Street require a longer walk to rail service.
The rental market
Housing here skews toward older stock — single-family homes, flats, and small multi-unit buildings, many with yards or garages, which makes Bayview one of the more family-oriented rental markets in the city. This contrasts with the newer condos and townhomes built through the Hunters Point Shipyard and Candlestick Point redevelopment, which bring modern finishes and in-unit laundry to parts of the neighborhood. Renters can find everything from studios and one-bedrooms to larger three- and four-bedroom houses, with more space per dollar than most of San Francisco. Amenities in the older buildings tend to be basic, while the newer developments offer contemporary layouts and, in some cases, shared facilities. Relative affordability is the defining feature of the market.
Who it's for
Bayview suits renters who want more space and lower costs than central San Francisco typically allows, especially families drawn to houses with yards, and anyone who values sun, quiet, and proximity to bayfront parks. It also appeals to commuters who rely on the T Third line into downtown or on quick freeway access south down the Peninsula. The honest tradeoffs: transit into the core is slower than from more central neighborhoods, some blocks still feel industrial or under redevelopment, and amenities like grocery stores and restaurants are more limited and spread out along Third Street. Parts of the area carry a legacy of environmental cleanup tied to the former shipyard, and pockets can feel isolated after dark. For renters comfortable with a neighborhood still in transition, the space and affordability are hard to match within city limits.
Frequently asked
How many apartments are available in Bayview right now?
As of September 2, 2026, Rentomatics tracks 19 apartments for rent in Bayview under $3,500/month. Listings refresh continuously from Craigslist, Zumper, and other Bay Area sources.
What is the rent for a typical apartment in Bayview?
Among current Rentomatics listings, apartments in Bayview start at $1,050/month, with an average of $2,615 and a median of $2,950/month. Prices reflect 19 active listings updated September 2, 2026.
How often are Rentomatics listings updated?
Rentomatics continuously refreshes listings from Craigslist, Zumper, and other Bay Area rental sources. Stale listings are removed within 5 days of last sighting.
Does Rentomatics show broker fees?
Yes. Every Rentomatics listing displays whether a broker fee applies, and users can filter to show only no-fee apartments.
What is Bayview like?
Bayview (Bayview-Hunters Point) is SF's historically Black neighborhood in the southeast — old shipyard industrial edges, 3rd St arts corridor, and ongoing redevelopment. T-Third Muni runs the spine. Among the most affordable parts of the city.