Studio Apartments for Rent in SoMa Under $5,000
SoMa (South of Market) is where SF's tech economy lives — Salesforce Tower, Oracle Park, and a dense wall of glass-box high-rises between 2nd and 6th. Montgomery and Powell BART plus multiple Muni lines put you anywhere downtown in minutes. Expect the priciest 1-bedrooms in the city, often $3,800+ for new construction.
17 listings available — updated June 3, 2026, refreshed every 3 hours
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Frequently asked
How many studios are available in SoMa right now?
As of June 3, 2026, Rentomatics tracks 17 studios for rent in SoMa under $5,000/month. Listings refresh every 3 hours from Craigslist, Zumper, and other Bay Area sources.
What is the rent for a studio in SoMa?
Among current Rentomatics listings, studios in SoMa start at $1,700/month, with an average of $4,480 and a median of $4,784/month. Prices reflect 17 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 SoMa like?
SoMa (South of Market) is where SF's tech economy lives — Salesforce Tower, Oracle Park, and a dense wall of glass-box high-rises between 2nd and 6th. Montgomery and Powell BART plus multiple Muni lines put you anywhere downtown in minutes. Expect the priciest 1-bedrooms in the city, often $3,800+ for new construction.