That's optimistic, especially if you want to use bicycles and public transit. You could live in the tenderloin - it's one of the worst districts in the city, b

That's optimistic, especially if you want to use bicycles and public transit. You could live in the tenderloin - it's one of the worst districts in the city, but it's close to a lot of stuff and rents are cheap. Check craigslist. Also, there was mashup posted here earlier. http://maps.google.com/maps/ms?ie=UTF&msa=0&msid=111291639665197066699.00048b3c0d910bf1a232a http://maps.google.com/maps/ms?ie=UTF&msa=0&msid=111... Pretty good summary. Seems like you guys are concerned about saving money and making good contacts - in that case, I'd probably recommend the mission. You'll have to pay like 1000-1500 for a studio, but the location is prime and it's eminently walkable.