Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Outer Richmond Neighborhood of San Francisco, CA from $1,500 (130 Rentals)
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Outer Richmond?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Outer Richmond 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,948 | $2,649 | $3,450 |
Outer Richmond 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,425 | $2,900 | $3,950 |
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Cheapest Available Outer Richmond Apartments for Rent
 Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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695 38th Ave | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,649 |
517 36th Avenue | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $3,395 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Outer Richmond, CA
As of March 30, 2025 the best value apartment in the Outer Richmond area is the $4.52 price per square foot 2 Bed 1 Bath Model at 517 36th Avenue in the in the Richmond District neighborhood starting from $3,395. The second greatest value Outer Richmond apartment is the One Bedroom Model at 695 38th Ave starting at $2,649 with a $5.30 price per square foot in the Inset neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Outer Richmond apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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517 36th Avenue | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $4.52 |
695 38th Ave | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $5.30 |
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Best Local Schools in Outer Richmond, San Francisco, CA
Lafayette Elementary
Washington (George) High
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Best Local Schools in Outer Richmond, San Francisco, CA
Lafayette Elementary
Washington (George) High
School data provided by Great Schools
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Outer Richmond Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Outer Richmond Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Outer Richmond Apartment is $2,649 at 695 38th Ave.
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