
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Daly City, CA from $600 (22 Rentals)
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Juniper

Terrace View

Gatewood Village
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1764 Quesada Ave

21 Alvarado St

Peninsula Pines Apartments
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Daly City, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Daly City?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cheap Daly City Studio Apartments | $2,380 | $1,880 | $5,250 |
Cheap Daly City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,745 | $1,250 | $3,900 |
Cheap Daly City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,516 | $2,725 | $4,940 |
Cheap Daly City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,725 | $3,720 | $5,297 |
Cheap Daly City 4 Bedroom Apartments | $6,000 | $6,000 | $6,000 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Daly City, CA
Pricing Updated: 09/21/2025Current 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:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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Daly City/Brisbane | $6,000 | $1,875 | 117 |
Cheapest Available Daly City Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Daly City, CA is a Studio unit found at Juniper in the Stonestown neighborhood priced from $2,000. Peninsula Pines Apartments in the Pacific Heights neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,100. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Daly City apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Juniper | S1-P | Studio,1BA | $2,000 |
Peninsula Pines Apartments | The Beach Pine | Studio,1BA | $2,100 |
Westlake Apartments | S2-C | Studio,1BA | $2,110 |
Fairmont Apartments | Plan 1B | 1BR,1BA | $2,218 |
Lakewood Apartments At Lake Merced | Studio X | Studio,1BA | $2,229 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Daly City, CA
As of September 21, 2025 the best value apartment in the Daly City area is the $2.14 price per square foot 125 Chestnut Ave Model at 125 Chestnut Ave, Unit Unit- in the in the Pacific Heights neighborhood starting from $6,000. 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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125 Chestnut Ave, Unit Unit- | 125 Chestnut Ave | 4BR,2.5BA | $2.14 |
Highpoint Terrace | APPLY NOW FOR FUTURE AVAILABILITY! - Spacious a... | 2BR,2BA | $2.78 |
420 Lewis Ln, Unit 420 Lewis | 420 Lewis Ln | 2BR,1BA | $3.25 |
67 Lausanne Ave, Unit 2 | 67 Lausanne Ave | 2BR,1.5BA | $3.16 |
Pacific View Apartments | 1X1B | 1BR,1BA | $3.24 |
Parkmerced Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath TH | 1BR,1BA | $3.14 |
Terrace View | V331X1A7 | 1BR,1BA | $3.32 |
Horizons West Apartments | Mountain Vista Premier | 1BR,1BA | $3.46 |
Clubview Apartment Homes | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.49 |
Evergreen Ridge Apartments | 690 | 1BR,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, CAPopulation: 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
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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 $2,400.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Daly City?
The cheapest apartment in Daly City is Fairmont Apartments which is listed at $2,218, while the average apartment in Daly City costs $6,000.
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 4 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 $168 which is $5,832 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Daly City.
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