Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Pacific Heights Neighborhood of San Bruno, CA from $1,800 (15 Rentals)

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Park Plaza
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Park Plaza

2081 Whitman WaySan Bruno, CA 94066
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Whitman Manor
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Whitman Manor

2161 Whitman WaySan Bruno, CA 94066

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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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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 Peninsula Pines Apartments priced from $2,174. Villages at Pacifica has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,200. Here are the most affordable Pacific Heights apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Peninsula Pines ApartmentsThe Beach PineStudio,1BA$2,174
Villages at PacificaStudioStudio,1BA$2,200
50 Hyde Ct1 bed 1 bath1BR,1BA$2,400
362 Alida Way1 bed/1 bath1BR,1BA$2,450
Crystal Springs TerraceStudio B-BMR (Income Limit)Studio,1BA$2,467

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Pacific Heights, CA

As of April 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Pacific Heights area is the $3.80 price per square foot Medium 2 Bed 1 Bath Model at Skyline View in the in the Pacific Heights neighborhood starting from $3,353. The second greatest value Pacific Heights apartment is the 2x1 Model at Clubview Apartment Homes starting at $3,195 with a $3.72 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.
Skyline ViewMedium 2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$3.80
Clubview Apartment Homes2x12BR,1BA$3.72
SeaPointeThe Cedar2BR,1BA$3.85
Fairmont ApartmentsPlan 2A2BR,1BA$4.54
Evergreen Ridge Apartments6971BR,1BA$3.62
50 Hyde Ct1 bed 1 bath1BR,1BA$3.69
Seacliff1 BR, 1 BA1BR,1BA$4.15
Gatewood Village1 Bedroom 1 Bath Affordable1BR,1BA$4.16
362 Alida Way1 bed/1 bath1BR,1BA$4.30
Crystal Springs TerraceStudio A-BMR (Income Limit)Studio ,1BA$4.80

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Pacific Heights, San Bruno, CA

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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 $2,650.

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

The cheapest apartment in Pacific Heights is 50 Hyde Ct which is listed at $2,400, while the average apartment in Pacific Heights costs $3,951.

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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