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21 Wembley Dr

Daly CityCA94015

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South San Francisco, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available South San Francisco Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in South San Francisco, CA is a Studio unit found at Serramonte Ridge in the Pacific Heights neighborhood priced from $2,025. Village at the Crossing 55+ Senior Community in the Westborough neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,135. Here is today’s list of the most affordable South San Francisco apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Serramonte RidgeSTD SMStudio,1BA$2,025
Village at the Crossing 55+ Senior CommunityOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,135
Gatewood VillageStudioStudio,1BA$2,175

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South San Francisco, CA

As of April 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the South San Francisco area is the $2.71 price per square foot 25 W Manor Dr Model at 25 W Manor Dr, Unit 1 in the in the Pacific Heights neighborhood starting from $3,250. The second greatest value South San Francisco apartment is the Plan 2B Model at Crystal Springs Terrace starting at $3,487 with a $3.61 price per square foot in the Pacific Heights neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South San Francisco apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
25 W Manor Dr, Unit 125 W Manor Dr2BR,1BA$2.71
Crystal Springs TerracePlan 2B2BR,2BA$3.61
362 Alida Way2 bed/ 2 bath2BR,2BA$3.02
Pacifica Park ApartmentsRedwood2BR,2BA$3.47
Clubview Apartment Homes2x12BR,1BA$3.72
Pacific View Apartments1X1B1BR,1BA$3.31
Peninsula Pines ApartmentsThe Torrey Pine2BR,1BA$3.49
Skycrest Apartments1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$3.33
Evergreen Ridge Apartments6901BR,1BA$3.33
Village at the Crossing 55+ Senior CommunityOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$3.38

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Frequently Asked Questions about South San Francisco

What type of rentals are currently available in South San Francisco?

There are currently 1315 Apartments for Rent in South San Francisco, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,900 to $10,000. There are also 45 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in South San Francisco ranging from $1,245 to $6,950.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in South San Francisco?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in South San Francisco ranges from $1,245 to $6,950 with an average monthly rent of $4,398.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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