Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Fairmont Neighborhood of Pacifica, CA from $1,300 (22 Rentals)

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eaves Pacifica
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

eaves Pacifica

265 Gateway DrPacifica, CA 94044

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Hillside Courtyard
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Hillside Courtyard

415-417 A StDaly City, CA 94014

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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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Terrace View
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Terrace View

26 Terrace View CtDaly City, CA 94015
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Kent Villa
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Kent Villa

85 Kent CtDaly City, CA 94015
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4711 Callan Blvd
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

4711 Callan Blvd

4711 Callan BlvdDaly City, CA 94015
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Gatewood Village
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Gatewood Village

500 King DrDaly City, CA 94015
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Fairmont, Pacifica, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Fairmont Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Fairmont area of San Francisco, CA is a Studio unit found at Villages at Pacifica priced from $2,200. Amberwood Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,400. Here are the most affordable Fairmont apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Villages at PacificaStudioStudio,1BA$2,200
Amberwood Apartments11BR,1BA$2,400
Gatewood Village1 Bedroom 1 Bath Market1BR,1BA$2,500
50 Hyde Ct1 bed 1 bath1BR,1BA$2,600
Pacific View Apartments1X1B1BR,1BA$2,695

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Fairmont, CA

As of July 03, 2026 the best value apartment in the Fairmont area is the $3.40 price per square foot Two Bedroom Two Bath Model at Skyline Vista in the in the Pacific Heights neighborhood starting from $3,395. The second greatest value Fairmont apartment is the Redwood Model at Pacifica Park starting at $3,541 with a $3.71 price per square foot in the Pacific Heights neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Fairmont apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Skyline VistaTwo Bedroom Two Bath2BR,2BA$3.40
Pacifica ParkRedwood2BR,2BA$3.71
Evergreen Ridge Apartments8502BR,1BA$3.46
Pacific View Apartments1X1B1BR,1BA$3.37
Terrace ViewV331X1A41BR,1BA$3.62
The Bluffs At PacificaSanddollar1BR,1BA$5.06
50 Hyde Ct1 bed 1 bath1BR,1BA$4.00
Amberwood Apartments11BR,1BA$3.90
SeaPointeThe Juniper1BR,1BA$5.08
Gatewood Village1 Bedroom 1 Bath Market1BR,1BA$4.39

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Lifestyle Ratings

Our team works hard to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals in cities across the United States including Fairmont, Pacifica, and the greater San Francisco area. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, luxury amenities, pet-friendly features, family-friendly amenities, proximity to transit, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Fairmont Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Fairmont?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Fairmont is under $3,395.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Fairmont?

The cheapest apartment in Fairmont is Amberwood Apartments which is listed at $2,400, while the average apartment in Fairmont costs $4,270.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Fairmont?

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 3 regular apartments in Fairmont that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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