
Cheap Homes for Rent in Lake Shore Neighborhood of San Francisco, CA from $1,000 (6 Rentals)
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Lake Shore, San Francisco, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Lake Shore?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Lake Shore 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,233 | $2,200 | $4,400 |
Lake Shore 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,854 | $1,050 | $8,000 |
Lake Shore 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $9,595 | $6,690 | $10,000+ |
Lake Shore 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $14,250 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
Lake Shore 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $9,300 | $9,300 | $9,300 |
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There are currently 6 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Lake Shore Neighborhood of San Francisco, CA.
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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-C | Studio,1BA | $1,980 |
Lakewood Apartments At Lake Merced | Studio X | Studio,1BA | $2,199 |
Mt. Sutro Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,295 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lake Shore, CA
As of May 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the Lake Shore area is the $3.92 price per square foot 3 Bed 2.5 Bath Townhome Model at Parkmerced in the in the Sunnyside neighborhood starting from $5,496. The second greatest value Lake Shore apartment is the 3 BD Model at Ventana Residences starting at $5,986 with a $5.19 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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Parkmerced | 3 Bed 2.5 Bath Townhome | 3BR,2.5BA | $3.92 |
Ventana Residences | 3 BD | 3BR,2BA | $5.19 |
Avalon Sunset Towers | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $7.05 |
2788 Great Hwy, Unit 2788 B | 2788 Great Hwy | 1BR,1BA | $3.13 |
Lakewood Apartments At Lake Merced | 1Bed 1 Bath #1 | 1BR,1BA | $4.63 |
Mt. Sutro Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $4.79 |
Westlake Apartments | S1-W | Studio ,1BA | $4.73 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Lake Shore
What type of rentals are currently available in Lake Shore?
There are currently 399 Apartments for Rent in Lake Shore, CA with pricing that ranges from $900 to $7,318. There are also 28 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Lake Shore ranging from $1,050 to $16,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Lake Shore?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Lake Shore ranges from $1,050 to $16,000 with an average monthly rent of $6,449.
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