Cheap Apartments for Rent in Pacifica, CA from $1,800 (20 Rentals)

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Eastmoor Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Eastmoor Apartments

101 Eastmoor AveDaly City, CA 94015
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35 Kent Ct
1 Bedroom Apartments

35 Kent Ct

35 Kent CtDaly City, CA 94015
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Daly City Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Daly City Apartments

1145-1157 Edgeworth AveDaly City, CA 94015
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Whitman Manor
1 Bedroom Apartments

Whitman Manor

2161 Whitman WaySan Bruno, CA 94066
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Park Plaza
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Park Plaza

2081 Whitman WaySan Bruno, CA 94066
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Kent Villa
1 Bedroom Apartments

Kent Villa

85 Kent CtDaly City, CA 94015
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4711 Callan Blvd
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

4711 Callan Blvd

4711 Callan BlvdDaly City, CA 94015
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Pacifica, CA Local Guide

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Cheapest Available Pacifica Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Pacifica, CA is a Studio unit found at Skyline Heights Apartments in the Sharp Park neighborhood priced from $2,075. Gatewood Village in the Pacific Heights neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,175. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Pacifica apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Skyline Heights ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$2,075
Gatewood VillageStudioStudio,1BA$2,175
Evergreen Ridge Apartments6901BR,1BA$2,295
Amberwood Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$2,300
Skycrest Apartments1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$2,465

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Pacifica, CA

As of March 26, 2025 the best value apartment in the Pacifica area is the $2.71 price per square foot 25 W Manor Dr Model at 25 W Manor Dr, Unit 1 in the in the Pacific Heights neighborhood starting from $3,250. The second greatest value Pacifica apartment is the Two Bedroom Two Bath Model at Skyline Vista starting at $3,233 with a $3.23 price per square foot in the Pacific Heights neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Pacifica apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
25 W Manor Dr, Unit 125 W Manor Dr2BR,1BA$2.71
Skyline VistaTwo Bedroom Two Bath2BR,2BA$3.23
South City Station1 Bedroom C1BR,1BA$3.73
Skyline ViewMedium 2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$3.71
Skycrest Apartments1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$3.33
Crystal Springs TerracePlan 1AW1BR,1BA$3.84
Evergreen Ridge Apartments6901BR,1BA$3.33
Seacliff1 BR, 1 BA1BR,1BA$3.86
Amberwood Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$3.74
Serramonte Ridge1X1 SM1BR,1BA$4.16

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Pacifica Overview

Pacifica, CA is a small town that lies just a mountain range away from San Francisco and the rest of the Bay Area. While residents here will have to hop a bus or take the car to get to those bigger city amenities, they likewise will have plenty of outdoor activities and cozy local shops and attractions here to enjoy. So if you like walking to the beach and eating local cheeses, then continue reading to learn why now might be a great time to start researching apartments in Pacifica, CA. 

Why live in Pacifica, CA?

Pacifica, CA is the ideal place to live for the nature-lover, the person who wants to be close to the city but wants to live in the mountains. There really aren't a lot of places like Pacifica, and if the idea of quiet, beach-meets-mountain environment appeals to you, then this is the perfect place for you. 

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Getting Around Pacifica, CA

Walk Score®

65 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

41 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Pacifica Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Pacifica?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Pacifica is at Skyline Heights Apartments listed at $2,075.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Pacifica Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Pacifica Apartment is $2,295 at Evergreen Ridge Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Pacifica Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Pacifica is starting from $2,995 at Skycrest Apartments.

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