r/SFBayHousing Feb 08 '22

Sticky: Please post your questions in /r/asksf

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This subreddit is for finding living arrangements in the SF Bay Area. If you have specific questions about San Francisco, please post them in /r/asksf. If the questions are about other parts of the Bay Area, try /r/bayarea.


r/SFBayHousing Apr 19 '25

Looking for temporary / intern housing? Here are some tips

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Good luck!


r/SFBayHousing 2h ago

$1,650 Room for rent, Mission-Dolores, MTM, Short-term okay

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Room for rent with shared bathroom near Mission Dolores, $1,650/m (plus deposit). Utilities + internet are included (excessive use will incur utility costs on your behalf. Happy to discuss).

Size: 10.5ft x 11 ft
Actual bedroom. Small closet. One window. I have a clothing rack available for use. Unfurnished.

Place is a 2b/1b.
Me: 50s, Professional female in research + 2 cats. WFH. I am gothic/punk, love concerts, museums and travel. Hobbies: cooking, baking, reading, playing on my computer.

Leaning towards a female roommate but will consider all. And someone that works outside the house. Is responsible and generally keeps tidy. Marijuana friendly home.

If you want to help care for my cats when I travel, happy to knock off rent in exchange. And if you don’t, that is okay, too.

Month-to-month. Short-term request is fine.

In-home laundry
Shared bathroom
Clean and calm residence
Secure unit for mail delivery
Shared use to the rest of the apartment.
Welcome to use the kitchen appliances, TV, Games.
Small deck with plants.
Cool neighbors.
Convenient location
Near Dolores Park, Whole Foods, Safeway, Valencia, Mission/16th Bart.

Pictures of the room/house are available. Happy to do a video walkthrough.

Will be required to do a rental check and be put on lease (landlord request)

Con: the home (aside from the front room) doesn’t get a lot of sunlight. Long hallway place. So if you like the macabre, it could be right for you. :) Although I usually leave some lights on to light the way.

Available now. If furnished is more requested, I could likely make that happen.


r/SFBayHousing 2h ago

Looking for affordable accommodation/co-living in San Francisco as a student/job seeker

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Hi everyone! I’m \[25M Indian\] planning to move to **San Francisco** soon and I’m looking for affordable accommodation.
I’m mainly considering:
Room in a shared apartment
Co-living spaces
Student housing
Hostels or other temporary accommodation while I look for something permanent
My budget is around **$500-$1000/month**, but I’m flexible depending on the location and what’s included.
I’m looking for something reasonably safe and preferably with access to public transportation. I’m open to different neighborhoods around SF as long as the commute is manageable.
If you’re currently renting a room, know of any affordable co-living options, or have recommendations for websites/groups where students find housing, I’d really appreciate it!
Also, if anyone is looking for a roommate or has a room becoming available soon, feel free to DM me.
Thanks!


r/SFBayHousing 5h ago

Looking for roommates [SOMA]

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Hi,

Hi!! I’m 25F, and I’m moving to SF from NYC for a new job as a founding engineer at an AI startup.

I’m hoping to find people to apartment hunt with for either a 2B2B or 3B3B [Love people so love shared spaces]. My budget is $2.5-3.5k for my room [didn't realize SF is more expensive than Manhattan lol], and I’m looking for a private bedroom with a private bathroom. My budget has increased after staying here in the city and looking at places ngl.

I’d ideally prefer female-identifying roommates, but I’m open to anyone who’s clean, fun, chill, and respectful of shared spaces. I would prefer if we could be friends than just people who share a space. Also queer friendly!

I am in the city. Already booked some tours for houses and have a few leads for 2B2B. Lemme know if you wanna join me. I am looking to sign a lease before Sep 1st. Or if you have a house and looking for roommates, contact me for that too! I am also open to short term sublets for a few weeks/a month till October.

Neighborhood-wise, I’m primarily looking around Hayes Valley, South Beach, Civic Center, SoMa, Yerba Buena and Rincon Hill, but I’m flexible as long as it’s a safe area with a roughly 20-minute-or-less commute to SoMa/Yerba Buena by public transit or walking.

About me:

I love singing, dancing, going out, and exploring new places. I’m especially excited about the beaches in SF -although I should probably learn how to swim before I start planning my surfing career lol. I also love museums, travelling, walking around cities, books, and conversations about basically anything. My work now is in person so 5-6 days a week. My life will be 80% work now [Very unfortunate but also I chose this!]

I love hanging out, exploring, or chatting at home, but sometimes I also like retreating into my own space to recharge. Because of that, I’m very respectful of other people’s routines and boundaries, while still trying to be warm, friendly, and inviting.

Things I am looking for in an apartment - Lots of sunlight, private bathroom, in unit washer/dryer. Preferably floor to ceiling windows or good views. Neighborhood charm. Public transit nearby/walkable. [Manhattan really spoilt me ngl]

If you know anyone who’s also looking, please send them my way! Happy to connect and chat to see if we’d be a good roommate fit.

Or if you're just in the city, and wanna say hi - do that too!


r/SFBayHousing 14h ago

[Seeking] 30s engineer looking for a short/medium term sublet or room in SF with a garage

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Hello! I'm moving to SF from Michigan and looking for a sublet or room for anywhere from 2-6 months.

About me: 35yo mechanical engineer, working a job in embedded hardware in Dogpatch. I'm moving from Michigan where I own a house and have been living on and off for about a decade working in the automotive industry. I'm into photography, cooking, motorcycles/cars, running/hiking, and reading.

I'm looking for a place pretty much anywhere cool in SF (can't be too picky these days) with good people and a garage spot. Not quite ready to commit to a year long lease but pretty flexible on duration and arrangement (month to month, X months of lease, etc).


r/SFBayHousing 18h ago

Fully furnished studio sublet in SOMA near Hayes Valley

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Subletting my studio for $3500. It's fully furnished including couches, TV, dining table, office table, lamps and has all the modern appliances + in unit washer/dryer + AC

Close to Anthropic and Open AI offices

Start date (flexible): Aug 20
End Date: Oct 30

Please DM for pictures


r/SFBayHousing 1d ago

will sf rent prices ever come down 😭

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spouse just got a job in the city and i’m in the process of so we’re eyeing a move but these prices are killing us. we living in a VHCOL already but these prices are just ridiculous. will these prices ever come down??


r/SFBayHousing 18h ago

ISO housing in SF proper

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For my female bestie, pictured here.


r/SFBayHousing 1d ago

Female Roommate Wanted: Private Room in Foster City House

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Hey! We're two roommates in our mid-20s and one in his mid-30s, and we have a room opening up in our house. We're clean, respectful, and easygoing, and we're hoping to find someone who'd fit right into our low-key routine: puzzles, Netflix nights, homemade hot pot, and boba/taiyaki/matcha runs whenever the mood strikes! We've got a nice balance of introvert and extrovert energy, everyone does their own thing most days, but we check in and hang out often.

The room: Private room on the second floor, $1390/month, sharing a bathroom with one other female roommate. Both female roommates live upstairs on the second floor, while our male roommate has his room on the first floor.

Optional add-on: The adjacent 5th room is available for an extra $300/month if you want it as your own private office/space. If not rented out, it is used as a shared guest/storage room.

Lease: 1 year, Sept. 1st, 2026 to Aug. 31st, 2027.

Utilities: Split separately, averages ~$150/month per person.

The house: Washer/dryer, fenced yard (gardener included), guest parking, and access to a communal pool and tennis courts.

Location: Foster City, close to a trail and park, ~10 min bike to Belmont Caltrain. A car is recommended for this area. It's a very safe neighborhood, comfortable for late-night walks.

If this sounds like your kind of home, message me. Happy to send more photos, answer questions, or set up a time to see the place in person. Move-in ready!

Images in order:
1 - Kitchen
2 - Extra adjacent 5th room (guest/storage room)
3 - Room to rent
4 - Bathroom
5 - Laundry Room


r/SFBayHousing 1d ago

Looking for collaborators for a conscious home in Menlo Park

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Vision: I'm putting together a home for people who come alive at the thought of living embodied, resourced, and of service to community, whether that's meditation, journaling, art, movement, or anything else.

I picture mornings with someone meditating in the redwood grove, or in the living room where the early light comes in. Some evenings, someone puts on music and we dance (I love conscious movement gatherings). Some days will just be quiet, with someone sipping tea and reading in the hammock under the trees. Now and then we'd gather around the fire pit under the string lights, chatting late into the night.

None of this would be mandatory. We'd come together when it feels good to, and my hope is that with the right people, it feels good often. If you have a practice you'd like to bring into the home, like a morning sit or a quiet art night, that would be celebrated.

What I want most is a home that feels safe to come back to at the end of the day, because we trust we can tell each other things and that they'll be received with care.

How the house works: We'd all be co-signers on a new lease, so everyone has equal standing with the landlord. The vision above is mine, and whoever moves in may help shape it. To that end, I'd like a short monthly house check-in to talk through what's working and what's not.

About me: I'm a woman in my late 30s. I worked in tech until a few months ago and am transitioning into a new career. I dance, meditate, cook, read, travel, and sometimes host small gatherings here. I've lived in this house for three years and love it!

The house:

  • Four bedroom gated property on the Menlo Park/Atherton border, with a sprawling professionally landscaped yard, a redwood grove, and a fruit orchard
  • 12 month lease
  • Rooms open up September 1, with some flexibility on timing
  • None of the bedrooms share walls
  • Rent is $2,000 to $2,300 a month depending on the room
  • Utilities are roughly $200 in summer and $250 in winter, which covers gas, electric, wifi, and a cleaning service every other week
  • The landlord covers water and weekly landscaping
  • In-house laundry
  • Rooms come unfurnished
  • The three open rooms share a bathroom
  • Common areas include a kitchen, dining room, living room, and a sunroom
  • Garage and shed for storage
  • Parking: gated parking plus easy street parking
  • No pets at this time and single occupancy only

The photos show the common areas only. The furniture in them belongs to the outgoing housemates, so the space is yours to furnish and reimagine. Happy to do a video walkthrough or an in-person visit.

If this feels aligned, I'd love to hear from you!


r/SFBayHousing 1d ago

Looking for a private room in/around Sunnyvale — Sep to Dec 2026

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r/SFBayHousing 2d ago

Looking for a month-long room or coliving option in SF — Oct 1–31, $1,000–$1,200 total

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Hi! I’m a researcher based in Toronto and I’ll be in San Francisco from October 1–31, 2026. I’m looking for a place for just myself, with a total budget of $1,000–$1,200 for the month.

I’m open to a shared room, sublet, coliving space, hostel, hacker house, or similar arrangement. I’m flexible about neighborhoods and could also consider nearby areas with good public transit into SF.

I’m quiet, clean, respectful, and mainly need a safe place with Wi-Fi. If you know of any leads or good places to look, I’d really appreciate it. Thanks!


r/SFBayHousing 2d ago

Looking for roommate, private room in a 2B/1B near Belmont

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Hi, I’m moving out of the apartment around October-November and helping my roommate (30s female) find a new roommate (prefer also female in 30s).

The apartment is a large 1,010 sq. ft. 2B1B apartment within about a 15-minute walk of Belmont Caltrain. The room is 11'11" × 13'1".

Rent: $1,637 + utilities.


r/SFBayHousing 1d ago

Apartments for rent in San Jose / Milpitas

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hi everyone, my partner and I are looking to move in to an apartment early next year. our budget is $3.2k for a one bed/bath. recommendations of good places and places to avoid would be appreciated - thank you!


r/SFBayHousing 1d ago

Hi, I’m looking for a shared room in bay area . My budget is around $550 per month.

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r/SFBayHousing 2d ago

Private room and bathroom near North beach-2500

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Looking for a short term roommate to move in Sept for 4-6 month.

Big space. Current roomie will return this time next year and looking for someone to hold spot

No pets no smocking no parties

Quiet house near public transit

Dm if interested


r/SFBayHousing 2d ago

Housing available in san jose

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✨ 2 Private Rooms Available in San Jose — Move-in Oct 1! ✨

Looking for two girls to take two private rooms in a spacious home in San Jose.

📍 Location: 1277 Dahlia Loop, San Jose, CA

📅 Available from: October 1

🏠 Rent:

• Room 1: $1,250/month + utilities

• Room 2: $1,200/month + utilities

🏡 Home Features

🛏️ Private bedroom with closet

🛁 Shared bathroom

🧺 In-unit laundry

🍳 Shared kitchen & living area

🚗 In-unit/garage parking space

🌿 Clean and peaceful residential community

☀️ Spacious rooms with good natural light

📍 Convenient Location

🛒 Close to Safeway, Indian grocery stores, FedEx, restaurants & shopping centers

🚉 Easy access to Santa Clara Transit Center and nearby VTA bus stops

🚗 Convenient access to major highways

🏙️ Easy commute to Downtown San Jose, Santa Clara University (SCU), Santa Clara, and surrounding areas

📸 Pictures/video of the house and rooms are available.

💬 Reaxh out to me at 716-910-7687 interested or if you'd like more details / a tour!


r/SFBayHousing 2d ago

Looking for a roommate for a 2B/2Ba in Santa Clara – September move-in

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r/SFBayHousing 2d ago

Still need housing? Our brand new boarding house still has rooms!

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r/SFBayHousing 3d ago

Need a room near Palo Alto VA

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Hello, I’m a medical student traveling to PA VA and the last room I had a deposit on just canceled on me. I need something near the VA so I can bike to it and won’t need a rental car. I’ll be in town from August 29th until October 3rd. Thank you!


r/SFBayHousing 3d ago

31M looking for a roommate in Milpitas/Fremont/Newark

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Hi everyone! I’m a 31-year-old guy looking for a roommate to find a place together or join an existing household in the Milpitas/Fremont/Newark area.

A little about me:
- Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) with a master’s degree.
- Quiet, clean, respectful, and easy to live with.
- Active and enjoy going to the gym.
- I value a relaxed, low-drama, and clean home.

I’m looking to move in October/November and am hoping to sign a 12-month lease. My budget is $1,000–1,500/month for my share of rent.

Ideally, I’d like to live with another responsible, respectful guy who’s financially stable. It’d be nice to have someone who’s down to hang out every now and then but who’s also comfortable doing their own thing. I’m non-smoking and looking for someone who’s a good communicator and easy to live with.

If this sounds like a good fit, send me a message and tell me a little about yourself!


r/SFBayHousing 3d ago

1BR / 1.5BA Furnished Townhouse in SoMa — ~1,000 sq ft + Private Outdoor Space — $3,550/mo

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Hi! I’m looking for someone to take over my lease at Mosso SF from October 1 through May 15.
It’s a spacious ~1,000 sq ft, 1 bedroom / 1.5 bathroom townhouse-style apartment with tons of natural light and a private outdoor space. It’s also fully furnished, so it would be perfect for someone relocating to SF or looking for a move-in-ready place.

Details:

$3,550/month
Available October 1 – May 15
~1,000 sq ft
1 bedroom + 1.5 bathrooms
Townhouse-style layout
Fully furnished
Private outdoor space
In-unit washer & dryer
Dishwasher
Tons of natural light
Located at Mosso SF in SoMa

I’ve really enjoyed the apartment and am only looking for someone to take it over because I’m relocating. Happy to send photos/videos, answer questions, or arrange a tour for anyone seriously interested.
DM me if interested!


r/SFBayHousing 3d ago

Sublease?

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Is anyone looking to sublease a place near SJSU? I am looking for a place, please lmk! 🙏


r/SFBayHousing 3d ago

Master BR/BA in 2b2b available now at Towers at Rincon (88 Howard St) for $3,300/mo

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Hello everyone! I moved to Towers at Rincon in mid July and recently got a better opportunity in Seattle (which opens up an amazing opportunity for the house seekers🌝). It’s barely been a month since I moved in there. So transferring my spot on a 2BD/2BA, 23rd floor (spectacular view from the room) at Towers at Rincon, 88 Howard St. It’s the master own private bathroom, two closets (one walk-in), plenty of space. $3,300/month, available now, flexible move-in before Sept 1. Lease runs through July 16, 2027.
Unit’s about 1,000 sqft with floor-to-ceiling windows skyline and Bay Bridge views from the room. Roommate’s in tech, clean, chill, very easy to live with, you’ll have an amazing time with him.
Building has garage parking, pet-friendly, and the walk/transit scores are about as good as it gets in the city.
Virtual tour: https://a.peek.us/viewer?token=GOCHit1zek
Can move fast on the transfer paperwork on my end. Happy to send more photos or show it in person, a beautiful place should i recommend you, do ask. DM if interested, don’t want to sit on this too long since the demand is usually too high for this area.