
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Merced Heights Neighborhood of San Francisco, CA from $600 (14 Rentals)
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Merced Heights, San Francisco, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Merced Heights?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Merced Heights Studio Apartments | $2,294 | $1,885 | $3,510 |
Merced Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,687 | $900 | $4,421 |
Merced Heights 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,518 | $1,731 | $6,222 |
Merced Heights 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,325 | $2,990 | $7,318 |
Merced Heights 4 Bedroom Apartments | $7,999 | $7,999 | $7,999 |
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There are currently 14 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Merced Heights Neighborhood of San Francisco, CA.
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Cheapest Available Merced Heights Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Merced Heights area of San Francisco, CA is a 2 Beds unit found at 507-511 Dolores St priced from $1,870. Westlake Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,885. Here are the most affordable Merced Heights apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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507-511 Dolores St | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,870 |
Westlake Apartments | S2-P | Studio,1BA | $1,885 |
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 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Merced Heights, CA
As of April 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the Merced Heights area is the $2.48 price per square foot Two Bedroom TH + Den 17 Model at Pacific Place Apartments in the in the Bayview District neighborhood starting from $3,695. The second greatest value Merced Heights 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 Merced Heights apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Pacific Place Apartments | Two Bedroom TH + Den 17 | 2BR,2.5BA | $2.48 |
Parkmerced | 3 Bed 2.5 Bath Townhome | 3BR,2.5BA | $3.92 |
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380 Monterey Blvd #205 | 380 Monterey Blvd #205 | 2BR,2BA | $4.26 |
507-511 Dolores St | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.10 |
4742 Mission St, Unit 103 | 4742 Mission St | 2BR,1BA | $2.17 |
4709 Mission St, Unit A | 4709 Mission St | 3BR,1BA | $4.60 |
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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Merced Heights Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Merced Heights?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Merced Heights is at Westlake Apartments listed at $1,885.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Merced Heights Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Merced Heights Apartment is $2,085 at Westlake Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Merced Heights Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Merced Heights is starting from $1,870 at 507-511 Dolores St.
What is the most affordable Merced Heights Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Merced Heights Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Parkmerced and starts from $4,375.
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