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Lakeside, San Francisco, CA Local Guide

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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Westlake ApartmentsS2-PStudio,1BA$1,980
Lakewood Apartments At Lake MercedStudio XStudio,1BA$2,199
Mt. Sutro ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$2,295
460 Monterey Boulevard1 Bedroom Apt1BR,1BA$2,495
Vara0aStudio,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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
185 Broad St, Unit OceanView Treasure185 Broad St4BR,2BA$3.09
Parkmerced3 Bed 2.5 Bath Townhome3BR,2.5BA$3.92
Highpoint TerraceAPPLY NOW FOR FUTURE AVAILABILITY! - Spacious a...2BR,2BA$2.78
4742 Mission St, Unit 1034742 Mission St2BR,1BA$2.17
Lakewood Apartments At Lake Merced1Bed 1 Bath #11BR,1BA$4.63
460 Monterey Boulevard1 Bedroom Apt1BR,1BA$4.16
2262 17th Ave, Unit A2262 17th Ave1BR,1BA$3.17
Mt. Sutro ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$4.79
1675 42nd Ave, Unit A1675 42nd Ave1BR,1BA$4.69
1822 23rd Ave, Unit Beautiful Room in Sunset1822 23rd Ave1BR,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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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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