
Apartments for Rent in the Lake Merced Neighborhood of Daly City, CA (564 Rentals)


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131 Westmoor Ave, Unit In Law Unit

1515 Annie St, Unit #1 Studio Apt

140 Avalon Dr

262 Price St

670 Hillside Blvd
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Lake Merced, Daly City, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Lake Merced?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Merced Studio Apartments | $2,324 | $1,875 | $3,245 |
| Lake Merced 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,679 | $2,127 | $5,318 |
| Lake Merced 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,278 | $2,600 | $4,475 |
| Lake Merced 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,583 | $3,993 | $4,995 |
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There are currently 564 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Lake Merced Neighborhood of Daly City, CA.
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Pet Friendly LifestyleLake Merced, Daly City, CA
Ranked #7
Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Lake Merced, Daly City, and the greater San Francisco area. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for convenient access to the outdoors, luxury amenities, places that make kids happy, raising pets, transit options, and other valuable search options. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!
Family-Friendly Rating
Do you have younger kids? Amongst all of the communities in Daly City, this neighborhood has risen to be one of the best submarkets for families, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Family Friendly communities have features that support parents and kids in having fun and being healthy together. This includes features like parks, playgrounds, extra living spaces, features for pets, recreation and A/V rooms, trails, and having the best schools available.
Pet Friendly Rating
Have dogs and cats? This section of San Francisco ranks highly for raising pets (dogs and cats), with a score of 4.0 out of 4.
Getting Around the Lake Merced Neighborhood in Daly City, CA
Walk Score®
82 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
42 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
49 / 100
Some Transit
A few 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 Lake Merced
How much are Studio apartments in Lake Merced?
There are currently 275 Studio Apartments in Lake Merced with rent ranges from $1,875 to $3,245 with an average price of $2,324.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Lake Merced Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Lake Merced ranges from $2,127 to $5,318 with an average monthly rent of $2,679.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Lake Merced cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Lake Merced range from $2,600 to $4,475. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $3,278.
How expensive are Lake Merced Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 95 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Lake Merced on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $3,993 to $4,995 - averaging $4,583 for the location.
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