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

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1100 Ocean Avenue
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

1100 Ocean Avenue

1100-1140 Ocean AveSan Francisco, CA 94112

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Hillcrest Gardens
1 Bedroom Apartments

Hillcrest Gardens

35 Hillcrest DrDaly City, CA 94014
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355 Southgate Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

355 Southgate Ave

355 Southgate AveDaly City, CA 94015
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Daly City Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Daly City Apartments

1145-1157 Edgeworth AveDaly City, CA 94015
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Merced Heights, San Francisco, CA Local Guide

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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
507-511 Dolores St2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$1,870
Westlake ApartmentsS2-PStudio,1BA$1,885
Lakewood Apartments At Lake MercedStudio XStudio,1BA$2,199
Mt. Sutro ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$2,295
460 Monterey Boulevard1 Bedroom Apt1BR,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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Pacific Place ApartmentsTwo Bedroom TH + Den 172BR,2.5BA$2.48
Parkmerced3 Bed 2.5 Bath Townhome3BR,2.5BA$3.92
Highpoint TerraceAPPLY NOW FOR FUTURE AVAILABILITY! - Spacious a...2BR,2BA$2.78
380 Monterey Blvd #205380 Monterey Blvd #2052BR,2BA$4.26
507-511 Dolores St2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$2.10
4742 Mission St, Unit 1034742 Mission St2BR,1BA$2.17
4709 Mission St, Unit A4709 Mission St3BR,1BA$4.60
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

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Merced Heights, San Francisco, CA

Ranked #119

Among neighborhoods in San Francisco, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

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3.5
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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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