1-Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Excelsior Under $5,000
Excelsior is one of SF's most affordable south-side neighborhoods — working-class, heavily Filipino and Latino, with taquerias and pho on Mission St. Balboa Park BART and the J-Church Muni are nearby. 1BRs can still be found under $2,400.
5 listings available — updated June 3, 2026, refreshed every 3 hours
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Frequently asked
How many 1-bedroom apartments are available in Excelsior right now?
As of June 3, 2026, Rentomatics tracks 5 1-bedroom apartments for rent in Excelsior under $5,000/month. Listings refresh every 3 hours from Craigslist, Zumper, and other Bay Area sources.
What is the rent for a 1-bedroom in Excelsior?
Among current Rentomatics listings, 1-bedroom apartments in Excelsior start at $2,000/month, with an average of $2,786 and a median of $3,100/month. Prices reflect 5 active listings updated June 3, 2026.
How often are Rentomatics listings updated?
Rentomatics refreshes listings every 3 hours 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 Excelsior like?
Excelsior is one of SF's most affordable south-side neighborhoods — working-class, heavily Filipino and Latino, with taquerias and pho on Mission St. Balboa Park BART and the J-Church Muni are nearby. 1BRs can still be found under $2,400.