1612 45th Ave
San FranciscoCA94122
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Balboa Terrace Neighborhood of San Francisco, CA from $698 (22 Rentals)
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409 Dellbrook Ave
San FranciscoCA94131
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1648 18th Ave, Unit In Law Apt
1648 18th AveSan Francisco, CA 94122
2919 23rd Ave, Unit A
2919 23rd Ave
San FranciscoCA94132
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$2,795 - $6,775Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Parkmerced Apartments
3711 19th AveSan Francisco, CA 94132
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1100 Ocean Avenue
1100-1140 Ocean AveSan Francisco, CA 94112
263 Ralston St
San FranciscoCA94132
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2332 Taraval St
San FranciscoCA94116
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1567 19th Ave
1567 19th AveSan Francisco, CA 94122
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255 Woodside
255 Woodside AveSan Francisco, CA 94127
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Islais Place
4840 Mission StSan Francisco, CA 94112
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740 Monterey Blvd
740 Monterey BlvdSan Francisco, CA 94127
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Farallone
117 Farallones StSan Francisco, CA 94112
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Vicente Street Apartments
3100 Vicente StSan Francisco, CA 94116
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Brighton Luxury Apartments
280 Brighton AveSan Francisco, CA 94112
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Cesar Chavez Apartments
4130-4140 Cesar Chavez StSan Francisco, CA 94131
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975 Burnett
975 Burnett AveSan Francisco, CA 94131
8200 Oceanview Terrace
San FranciscoCA94132
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155 Vista Grande Ave, Unit 155 Vista Grande Ave
155 Vista Grande AveDaly City, CA 94014
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$2,140Studio Apartments Available Now
Brunswick Street
4619 Brunswick StDaly City, CA 94014
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$2,511 - $4,301
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Juniper
15 Poncetta DrDaly City, CA 94015
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Hillcrest Gardens
35 Hillcrest DrDaly City, CA 94014
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Balboa Terrace, San Francisco, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Balboa Terrace?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Balboa Terrace Studio Apartments | $2,668 | $2,140 | $3,734 |
| Balboa Terrace 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,340 | $1,750 | $5,745 |
| Balboa Terrace 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,035 | $2,995 | $6,900 |
| Balboa Terrace 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,449 | $4,790 | $6,700 |
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Cheapest Available Balboa Terrace Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Balboa Terrace area of San Francisco, CA is a Studio unit found at Brunswick Street priced from $2,140. Juniper has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,496. Here are the most affordable Balboa Terrace apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brunswick Street | Studio - 60% AMI | Studio,1BA | $2,140 |
| Juniper | S2-P | Studio,1BA | $2,496 |
| Parkmerced Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath Tower | 1BR,1BA | $2,795 |
| Mt. Sutro Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,995 |
| Lakewood Apartments At Lake Merced | 1Bed 1Bath #9 | 1BR,1BA | $3,599 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Balboa Terrace, CA
As of August 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the Balboa Terrace area is the $3.86 price per square foot 3 Bed 2 Bath TH Model at Parkmerced Apartments in the in the Stonestown neighborhood starting from $4,790. The second greatest value Balboa Terrace apartment is the 1Bed 1Bath #9 Model at Lakewood Apartments At Lake Merced starting at $3,599 with a $4.28 price per square foot in the Stonestown neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Balboa Terrace apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Parkmerced Apartments | 3 Bed 2 Bath TH | 3BR,2BA | $3.86 |
| Lakewood Apartments At Lake Merced | 1Bed 1Bath #9 | 1BR,1BA | $4.28 |
| 2400 39th Ave | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $4.81 |
| Avalon Ocean Avenue | A1-786 | 1BR,1BA | $4.90 |
| Mt. Sutro Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $4.61 |
| Delphine on Diamond | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $6.78 |
| 1648 18th Ave, Unit In Law Apt | 1648 18th Ave | 1BR,1BA | $4.27 |
| Juniper | S2-P | Studio ,1BA | $5.65 |
| Brunswick Street | Studio - 60% AMI | Studio ,1BA | $5.07 |
| 155 Vista Grande Ave, Unit 155 Vista Grande Ave | 155 Vista Grande Ave | 1BR,1BA | $5.21 |
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Best Local Schools in Balboa Terrace, San Francisco, CA
Lowell High School
San Francisco Unified School District
Public School - Grades 9-12 (2571)
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Balboa Terrace Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Balboa Terrace?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Balboa Terrace is under $3,860.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Balboa Terrace?
The cheapest apartment in Balboa Terrace is Parkmerced Apartments which is listed at $2,795, while the average apartment in Balboa Terrace costs $3,395.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Balboa Terrace?
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 8 regular apartments in Balboa Terrace that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Balboa Terrace?
Cheap apartments in Balboa Terrace have an average cost of $486 which is $2,909 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Balboa Terrace.
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