
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Lake Shore Neighborhood of San Francisco, CA from $600 (10 Rentals)
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Lake Shore, San Francisco, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Lake Shore?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Lake Shore Studio Apartments | $2,257 | $1,980 | $2,975 |
Lake Shore 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,639 | $900 | $3,950 |
Lake Shore 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,666 | $2,900 | $6,222 |
Lake Shore 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,445 | $3,400 | $7,418 |
Lake Shore 4 Bedroom Apartments | $7,741 | $4,950 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Lake Shore Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Lake Shore area of San Francisco, CA is a Studio unit found at Westlake Apartments priced from $1,980. Lakewood Apartments At Lake Merced has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,199. Here are the most affordable Lake Shore apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Westlake Apartments | S2-P | Studio,1BA | $1,980 |
Lakewood Apartments At Lake Merced | Studio X | Studio,1BA | $2,199 |
Mt. Sutro Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,395 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lake Shore, CA
As of March 30, 2025 the best value apartment in the Lake Shore 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 Shore 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 Shore apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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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 |
Delphine on Diamond | Two Bedroom Two Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $4.39 |
Lakewood Apartments At Lake Merced | 1Bed 1 Bath #1 | 1BR,1BA | $4.63 |
Ventana Residences | STUDIO | Studio ,1BA | $5.49 |
Mt. Sutro Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $5.00 |
Westlake Apartments | S1-E | Studio ,1BA | $4.92 |
Avalon Sunset Towers | S1R | Studio ,1BA | $8.36 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Lake Shore Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Lake Shore?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Lake Shore is at Westlake Apartments listed at $1,980.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Lake Shore Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Lake Shore Apartment is $2,205 at Westlake Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Lake Shore Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Lake Shore is starting from $3,200 at Parkmerced.
What is the most affordable Lake Shore Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Lake Shore Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Parkmerced and starts from $4,375.
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