
Cheap Homes for Rent in Lakeside Neighborhood of San Francisco, CA from $800 (13 Rentals)
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Lakeside?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Lakeside 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,413 | $2,000 | $4,400 |
Lakeside 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,658 | $1,050 | $6,950 |
Lakeside 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $9,375 | $6,750 | $10,000+ |
Lakeside 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,500 | $5,500 | $5,500 |
Lakeside 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $9,300 | $9,300 | $9,300 |
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There are currently 13 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Lakeside Neighborhood of San Francisco, CA.
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Cheapest Available Lakeside Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Lakeside 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 Lakeside 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 | $2,295 |
460 Monterey Boulevard | 1 Bedroom Apt | 1BR,1BA | $2,495 |
Vara | 0a | Studio,1BA | $2,624 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lakeside, CA
As of April 17, 2025 the best value apartment in the Lakeside 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 Lakeside apartment is the 3 Bed 2.5 Bath Townhome Model at Parkmerced starting at $5,496 with a $3.92 price per square foot in the Sunnyside neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Lakeside 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 | $3.92 |
Highpoint Terrace | APPLY NOW FOR FUTURE AVAILABILITY! - Spacious a... | 2BR,2BA | $2.78 |
4742 Mission St, Unit 103 | 4742 Mission St | 2BR,1BA | $2.17 |
Lakewood Apartments At Lake Merced | 1Bed 1 Bath #1 | 1BR,1BA | $4.63 |
460 Monterey Boulevard | 1 Bedroom Apt | 1BR,1BA | $4.16 |
2262 17th Ave, Unit A | 2262 17th Ave | 1BR,1BA | $3.17 |
Mt. Sutro Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $4.79 |
1675 42nd Ave, Unit A | 1675 42nd Ave | 1BR,1BA | $4.69 |
1822 23rd Ave, Unit Beautiful Room in Sunset | 1822 23rd Ave | 1BR,1BA | $4.56 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Lakeside
What type of rentals are currently available in Lakeside?
There are currently 602 Apartments for Rent in Lakeside, CA with pricing that ranges from $900 to $7,318. There are also 51 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Lakeside ranging from $850 to $12,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Lakeside?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Lakeside ranges from $850 to $12,000 with an average monthly rent of $5,166.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Lakeside?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Lakeside range from $3,000 to $7,318, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,050 to $6,950. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $6,750 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $4,950.
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