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Pacifica, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Pacifica Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Pacifica, CA is a Studio unit found at Villages at Pacifica in the Pacific Heights neighborhood priced from $2,200. Amberwood Apartments in the Westview neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,400. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Pacifica apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Villages at PacificaStudioStudio,1BA$2,200
Amberwood Apartments11BR,1BA$2,400
50 Hyde Ct1 bed 1 bath1BR,1BA$2,500

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Pacifica, CA and Nearby

As of May 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the Pacifica area is the $3.06 price per square foot 1215 Skyline Dr Model at 1215 Skyline Dr, Unit 1215 Skyline Dr, Daly City, CA 94015 in the in the Westview neighborhood starting from $3,400. The second greatest value Pacifica apartment is the Redwood Model at Pacifica Park starting at $3,592 with a $3.76 price per square foot in the Pacific Heights neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Pacifica apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1215 Skyline Dr, Unit 1215 Skyline Dr, Daly City, CA 940151215 Skyline Dr3BR,2BA$3.06
Pacifica ParkRedwood2BR,2BA$3.76
Cypress PointeCypress2BR,1BA$3.92
Evergreen Ridge Apartments8502BR,1BA$3.41
eaves PacificaA11BR,1BA$3.85
Fairmont ApartmentsPlan 1B1BR,1BA$4.55
Serramonte Ridge1X1 LG1BR,1BA$4.38
50 Hyde Ct1 bed 1 bath1BR,1BA$3.85
Amberwood Apartments11BR,1BA$3.90
Crystal Springs TerraceStudio A-BMR (Income Limit)Studio ,1BA$4.80

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Frequently Asked Questions about Pacifica

What type of rentals are currently available in Pacifica?

There are currently 364 Apartments for Rent in Pacifica, CA with pricing that ranges from $2,095 to $12,272. There are also 41 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Pacifica ranging from $1,211 to $68,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Pacifica?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Pacifica ranges from $1,211 to $68,000 with an average monthly rent of $12,101.

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