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Kirkham Heights Apartments
1530-1580 5th AveSan Francisco, CA 94122
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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 | $2,481 | $1,950 | $3,200 |
| Balboa Terrace 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,915 | $1,495 | $3,987 |
| Balboa Terrace 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,804 | $2,902 | $5,300 |
| Balboa Terrace 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,917 | $3,800 | $10,000+ |
| Balboa Terrace 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,950 | $5,950 | $5,950 |
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There are currently 10 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Balboa Terrace Neighborhood of San Francisco, CA.
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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 1 Bed unit found at Kirkham Heights Apartments priced from $1,200. Mt. Sutro Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,250. Here are the most affordable Balboa Terrace apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kirkham Heights Apartments | 1A Maple | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| Mt. Sutro Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,250 |
| Juniper | S2-P | Studio,1BA | $2,290 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Balboa Terrace, CA
As of November 16, 2025 the best value apartment in the Balboa Terrace area is the $3.31 price per square foot 483 Monterey Blvd Model at 483 Monterey Blvd in the in the Sunnyside neighborhood starting from $5,950. The second greatest value Balboa Terrace apartment is the 3 Bed 2.5 Bath TH Model at Parkmerced Apartments starting at $5,115 with a $3.65 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 483 Monterey Blvd | 483 Monterey Blvd | 4BR,3BA | $3.31 |
| Parkmerced Apartments | 3 Bed 2.5 Bath TH | 3BR,2.5BA | $3.65 |
| 220A Romain St, Unit 220A | 220A Romain St | 2BR,1.5BA | $4.09 |
| 2395 26th Ave | 2BR 2BA | 2BR,2BA | $3.96 |
| 642 Alvarado | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $4.86 |
| 460 Monterey Boulevard | 2 Bedroom Apt | 2BR,1BA | $4.28 |
| 96 Crestline | 1 bedroom ; 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.75 |
| Lakewood Apartments At Lake Merced | 1 bedroom 1 bathroom #3 | 1BR,1BA | $4.38 |
| Kirkham Heights Apartments | 1A Maple | 1BR,1BA | $1.90 |
| Juniper | S2-P | Studio ,1BA | $5.18 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleBalboa Terrace, San Francisco, CA
Ranked #44
Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Balboa Terrace, San Francisco, CA
Sloat (Commodore) Elementary
San Francisco Unified School District
Public School - Grades K-5 (377)
7 out of 10
School data provided by Great Schools
Getting Around the Balboa Terrace Neighborhood in San Francisco, CA
Walk Score®
90 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
68 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
70 / 100
Excellent Transit
Transit is convenient for most trips
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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 $3,200.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Balboa Terrace?
The cheapest apartment in Balboa Terrace is Kirkham Heights Apartments which is listed at $1,200, while the average apartment in Balboa Terrace costs $5,950.
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 30 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 $868 which is $5,082 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Balboa Terrace.
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