Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Pacific Heights Neighborhood of San Bruno, CA from $1,600 (32 Rentals)

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Park Plaza
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Park Plaza

2081 Whitman WaySan Bruno, CA 94066

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Bay View Terrace
$2,938 - $4,647
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Aug 22

Bay View Terrace

3460-3480 Carter DrSouth San Francisco, CA 94080
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Skyline View
$3,149
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Aug 30

Skyline View

3880 Callan BlvdSouth San Francisco, CA 94080
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Pacifica Park
$3,181 - $4,139
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Pacifica Park

670 Hickey BlvdPacifica, CA 94044
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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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Gatewood Village
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Gatewood Village

500 King DrDaly City, CA 94015
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Twin Manor
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Twin Manor

382 Alida WaySouth San Francisco, CA 94080
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$2,780

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196 Amapola Ave

PacificaCA94044
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524 Monterey Rd
1 Bedroom Apartments

524 Monterey Rd

524 Monterey RdPacifica, CA 94044
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SeaPointe
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

SeaPointe

77 Paloma AvePacifica, CA 94044

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Pacific Heights, San Bruno, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Pacific Heights Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Pacific Heights area of San Francisco, CA is a Studio unit found at Villages at Pacifica priced from $2,200. Whitman Manor has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,250. Here are the most affordable Pacific Heights apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Villages at PacificaStudioStudio,1BA$2,200
Whitman ManorJunior 1 bedroomStudio,1BA$2,250
Crystal Springs TerraceStudio B-BMR (Income Limit)Studio,1BA$2,344
362 Alida Way1 bed/1 bath1BR,1BA$2,450
50 Hyde Ct1 bed 1 bath1BR,1BA$2,600
Pacific View Apartments1X1B1BR,1BA$2,695
Seacliff1 BR, 1 BA1BR,1BA$2,699
Gatewood Village1 Bedroom 1 Bath Market1BR,1BA$2,750
Clubview Apartment Homes1x11BR,1BA$2,795
Evergreen Ridge Apartments8502BR,1BA$2,945

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Pacific Heights, CA

As of July 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Pacific Heights area is the $3.95 price per square foot Redwood Model at Pacifica Park in the in the Pacific Heights neighborhood starting from $3,776. The second greatest value Pacific Heights apartment is the 950 Model at Evergreen Ridge Apartments starting at $3,495 with a $3.68 price per square foot in the Pacific Heights neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Pacific Heights apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Pacifica ParkRedwood2BR,2BA$3.95
Evergreen Ridge Apartments9502BR,1BA$3.68
Peninsula Pines ApartmentsThe Monterey Pine2BR,1BA$4.14
Clubview Apartment Homes2x12BR,1BA$4.06
Pacific View Apartments1X1B1BR,1BA$3.37
Gatewood Village1 Bedroom 1 Bath Market1BR,1BA$3.50
Seacliff1 BR, 1 BA1BR,1BA$4.15
50 Hyde Ct1 bed 1 bath1BR,1BA$4.00
362 Alida Way1 bed/1 bath1BR,1BA$4.30
Whitman ManorJunior 1 bedroomStudio ,1BA$4.50

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Lifestyle Ratings

Our team compiles millions of data points to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals in cities across the United States and customized analysis for South San Francisco, CA. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and the best outdoor access, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and more. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Pacific Heights Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Pacific Heights?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Pacific Heights is under $2,945.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Pacific Heights?

The cheapest apartment in Pacific Heights is 362 Alida Way which is listed at $2,450, while the average apartment in Pacific Heights costs $3,729.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Pacific Heights?

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 Pacific Heights that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

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