The best options for a 1-3 month stay in SF
For one to three months, start with a furnished room, a sublet, a month-to-month room, or a managed extended-stay arrangement. Each solves a different problem. A room share is often cheapest; a managed option is often simpler but costs more.
Decide what you need before you search: a firm end date, a quiet workspace, parking, laundry, an easy commute, or the ability to extend. Then ask whether utilities, furnishings, cleaning, deposits, and guest rules are included.
Do not pay because a listing feels urgent. See the place or verify it live, read the agreement, and keep a written record of the price and dates. A short stay should buy you time, not create a new housing emergency.