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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Forest Knolls Neighborhood of San Francisco, CA from $1,500 (22 Rentals)
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Nob Hill Place
1155 Jones StSan Francisco, CA 94109
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from $1,895Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
825 Post
825 Post StSan Francisco, CA 94109
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from $2,9751 Bedroom Apartments Contact Us For Availability
Kirkham Heights Apartments
1530-1580 5th AveSan Francisco, CA 94122
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from $1,966Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Mercy Family Plaza
1509 Hayes StSan Francisco, CA 94117
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Delphine on Diamond
5285 Diamond Heights BlvdSan Francisco, CA 94131
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from $3,675Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Alchemy
200 Buchanan StSan Francisco, CA 94102
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Forest Knolls, San Francisco, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Forest Knolls?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Forest Knolls Studio Apartments | $2,150 | $1,895 | $5,000 |
| Forest Knolls 1 Bedroom Apartments | $4,169 | $1,500 | $7,504 |
| Forest Knolls 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,177 | $2,040 | $10,000+ |
| Forest Knolls 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,629 | $2,345 | $2,798 |
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Cheapest Available Forest Knolls Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Forest Knolls area of San Francisco, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at 372 7th Ave priced from $1,500. 825 Post has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,895. Here are the most affordable Forest Knolls apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 372 7th Ave | Private Room in Shared Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1,500 |
| 825 Post | Studio 1 Bath | Studio,1BA | $1,895 |
| Mercy Family Plaza | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,966 |
| 2120 Pacific Ave | No Current Availability | Studio,1BA | $2,250 |
| Mt. Sutro Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,395 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Forest Knolls, CA
As of March 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the Forest Knolls area is the $4.39 price per square foot Two Bedroom Two Bathroom Model at Delphine on Diamond in the in the Twin Peaks West neighborhood starting from $4,370. The second greatest value Forest Knolls apartment is the No Current Availability Model at 2120 Pacific Ave starting at $2,250 with a $2.65 price per square foot in the NOMA neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Forest Knolls apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Delphine on Diamond | Two Bedroom Two Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $4.39 |
| 2120 Pacific Ave | No Current Availability | Studio ,1BA | $2.65 |
| 1028 Howard | 2BrMOHCD80 | 2BR,1BA | $3.02 |
| Alchemy | A11 | 1BR,1BA | $6.27 |
| Mt. Sutro Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $5.00 |
| 372 7th Ave | 1 bed/1 bath 2nd Flr | 1BR,1BA | $5.11 |
| Mercy Family Plaza | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $4.58 |
| 825 Post | Studio 1 Bath | Studio ,1BA | $4.69 |
| Avalon Sunset Towers | S1R | Studio ,1BA | $8.36 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleForest Knolls, San Francisco, CA
Ranked #73
Among neighborhoods in San Francisco, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Getting Around the Forest Knolls Neighborhood in San Francisco, CA
Walk Score®
71 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
56 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
65 / 100
Good Transit
Many 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 Forest Knolls Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Forest Knolls?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Forest Knolls is under $4,370.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Forest Knolls?
The cheapest apartment in Forest Knolls is 372 7th Ave which is listed at $1,500, while the average apartment in Forest Knolls costs $4,370.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Forest Knolls?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 232 regular apartments in Forest Knolls that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Forest Knolls?
Cheap apartments in Forest Knolls have an average cost of $1,134 which is $3,236 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Forest Knolls.
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