Cheap Apartments for Rent in Daly City, CA from $600 (23 Rentals)

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Hillcrest Gardens
1 Bedroom Apartments

Hillcrest Gardens

35 Hillcrest DrDaly City, CA 94014
Senior Living
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Hillside Courtyard
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Hillside Courtyard

415-417 A StDaly City, CA 94014
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355 Southgate Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

355 Southgate Ave

355 Southgate AveDaly City, CA 94015
Furnished
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35 Kent Ct
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

35 Kent Ct

35 Kent CtDaly City, CA 94015
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Eastmoor Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Eastmoor Apartments

101 Eastmoor AveDaly City, CA 94015
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The Edgeworth Apartments
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

The Edgeworth Apartments

1145-1157 Edgeworth AveDaly City, CA 94015
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1764 Quesada Ave

San FranciscoCA94124
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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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Brosnan Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Brosnan Apartments

300 Brosnan CtSouth San Francisco, CA 94080
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Fernmar North
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Fernmar North

208 Holly AveSouth San Francisco, CA 94080
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20 Marcie Cir
1 Bedroom Apartments

20 Marcie Cir

20 Marcie CirSouth San Francisco, CA 94080
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Daly City, CA Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Daly City, CA

Pricing Updated: 11/10/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Daly City, CA area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Daly City Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Daly City/Brisbane$4,497$1,875138

Cheapest Available Daly City Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Daly City, CA is a Studio unit found at Westlake Apartments in the Stonestown neighborhood priced from $1,995. Juniper in the Stonestown neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,085. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Daly City apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Westlake ApartmentsS1-WStudio,1BA$1,995
JuniperS1-PStudio,1BA$2,085
Gatewood VillageStudioStudio,1BA$2,125
Amberwood Apartments11BR,1BA$2,300
Lakewood Apartments At Lake MercedStudio XStudio,1BA$2,328

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Daly City, CA

As of November 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the Daly City area is the $3.31 price per square foot 483 Monterey Blvd Model at 483 Monterey Blvd in the in the Sunnyside neighborhood starting from $5,950. The second greatest value Daly City apartment is the APPLY NOW FOR FUTURE AVAILABILITY! - Spacious a... Model at Highpoint Terrace starting at $3,700 with a $2.78 price per square foot in the Visitacion Valley neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Daly City apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
483 Monterey Blvd483 Monterey Blvd4BR,3BA$3.31
Highpoint TerraceAPPLY NOW FOR FUTURE AVAILABILITY! - Spacious a...2BR,2BA$2.78
Parkmerced Apartments3 Bed 2 Bath TH3BR,2BA$3.63
Pacific Place ApartmentsOne Bedroom Townhome 51BR,1.5BA$3.54
Skyline ViewMedium 2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$3.66
Pacific View Apartments1X1B1BR,1BA$3.24
Terrace ViewV331X1A81BR,1BA$3.56
eaves PacificaA11BR,1BA$3.63
Clubview Apartment Homes1x11BR,1BA$3.49
Evergreen Ridge Apartments6901BR,1BA$3.47

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Daly City Overview

Located just south of sunny San Francisco, Daly City is a gem of the west coast scene. Boasting a highly in-demand quality of life as well as easy access to a world of cultural excitement and economic opportunities, this California hot spot is an excellent option for anyone considering a new place to call home.

Why live in Daly City, CA?

Chock full of distinctive architecture and plenty of welcoming spirit, apartments in Daly City are sure to prove ideal for a variety of lifestyles. With the hub of San Francisco just a few short miles away and plenty of that legendary west coast weather at your fingertips, this sunny destination is also highlighted by sweeping nature vistas and highly regarded local schools. From nightlife to world-class eateries, shopping excitement to public parkland, Daly City rentals are in-demand for good cause.

Daly City, CA
Population: 107,008

Ranked #287

in US Census Population by City

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Getting Around Daly City, CA

Walk Score®

81 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

39 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

51 / 100

Good Transit

Many nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Daly City Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Daly City?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Daly City is under $2,482.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Daly City?

The cheapest apartment in Daly City is Westlake Apartments which is listed at $2,145, while the average apartment in Daly City costs $4,497.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Daly City?

Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 8 regular apartments in Daly City that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Daly City?

Cheap apartments in Daly City have an average cost of $188 which is $4,309 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Daly City.

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