185 Miriam St
Daly CityCA94014
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Lake Merced Neighborhood of Daly City, CA from $600 (15 Rentals)
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Westlake Apartments
331 Park Plaza DrDaly City, CA 94015
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862 Campus DrDaly City, CA 94015
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Lake Merced, Daly City, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Lake Merced?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Merced Studio Apartments | $2,278 | $1,892 | $4,515 |
| Lake Merced 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,750 | $900 | $10,000+ |
| Lake Merced 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,784 | $2,400 | $7,875 |
| Lake Merced 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,156 | $3,000 | $7,418 |
| Lake Merced 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,972 | $4,950 | $6,995 |
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There are currently 15 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Lake Merced Neighborhood of Daly City, CA.
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Cheapest Available Lake Merced Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Lake Merced area of San Francisco, CA is a Studio unit found at Westlake Apartments priced from $1,980. Serramonte Ridge has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,025. Here are the most affordable Lake Merced apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Westlake Apartments | S2-P | Studio,1BA | $1,980 |
| Serramonte Ridge | STD SM | Studio,1BA | $2,025 |
| Lakewood Apartments At Lake Merced | Studio X | Studio,1BA | $2,199 |
| Amberwood Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,300 |
| Ventana Residences | STUDIO | Studio,1BA | $2,775 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lake Merced, CA
As of April 08, 2025 the best value apartment in the Lake Merced area is the $3.09 price per square foot 185 Broad St Model at 185 Broad St, Unit OceanView Treasure in the in the Lake Shore neighborhood starting from $4,950. The second greatest value Lake Merced apartment is the 3 Bed 2.5 Bath Townhome Model at Parkmerced starting at $5,736 with a $4.09 price per square foot in the Sunnyside neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Lake Merced apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 185 Broad St, Unit OceanView Treasure | 185 Broad St | 4BR,2BA | $3.09 |
| Parkmerced | 3 Bed 2.5 Bath Townhome | 3BR,2.5BA | $4.09 |
| Nine88 Apartments | Gateway | 2BR,2BA | $4.53 |
| Avalon Ocean Avenue | A1-834 | 1BR,1BA | $3.88 |
| Peninsula Pines Apartments | The Torrey Pine | 2BR,1BA | $4.08 |
| South City Station | 1 Bedroom A | 1BR,1BA | $3.98 |
| Amberwood Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.74 |
| Serramonte Ridge | 1X1 SM | 1BR,1BA | $4.14 |
| Lakewood Apartments At Lake Merced | 1Bed 1 Bath #1 | 1BR,1BA | $4.63 |
| Westlake Apartments | S1-E | Studio ,1BA | $4.92 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleLake Merced, Daly City, CA
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Among neighborhoods in Daly City, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Getting Around the Lake Merced Neighborhood in Daly City, CA
Walk Score®
82 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
42 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
49 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Lake Merced Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Lake Merced?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Lake Merced is at Westlake Apartments listed at $1,980.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Lake Merced Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Lake Merced Apartment is $2,155 at Westlake Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Lake Merced Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Lake Merced is starting from $3,005 at Serramonte Ridge.
What is the most affordable Lake Merced Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Lake Merced Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Parkmerced and starts from $4,375.
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