
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Diamond Heights Neighborhood of San Francisco, CA from $700 (31 Rentals)
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1236 Utah St

3500 23rd St

409 Dellbrook Ave

19 Miramar Ave, Unit Studio BD, Unit Studio BD

351 Buena Vista Ave E, Unit 504E

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50 Dunsmuir St, Unit 1, Unit 1
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730 Stanyan

La Fnix at 1950

1100 Ocean Avenue

1906 Mission St

263 Ralston St

3270 21st

750 Guerrero
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191 Frederick St

2 Guerrero

1801 15th St

320 14th Street

1567 19th Ave

625 Guerrero

255 Woodside
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3431 Mission St

2385 Folsom

313 Elsie, Apt. 5

2315 Mission St

3475 16th St

2073-2079 Market St

3474 17th Street
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1495 7th Avenue

15 Hermann

740 Monterey Blvd
Diamond Heights, San Francisco, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Diamond Heights?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diamond Heights Studio Apartments | $2,851 | $1,850 | $4,424 |
| Diamond Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,761 | $1,400 | $5,999 |
| Diamond Heights 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,571 | $2,850 | $10,000+ |
| Diamond Heights 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,061 | $4,300 | $9,900 |
| Diamond Heights 4 Bedroom Apartments | $6,750 | $6,750 | $6,750 |
| Diamond Heights 5 Bedroom Apartments | $12,500 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Diamond Heights Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Diamond Heights area of San Francisco, CA is a Studio unit found at 2385 Folsom priced from $2,295. Parkmerced Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,675. Here are the most affordable Diamond Heights apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2385 Folsom | 1 Studio 1 Bath Apartment | Studio,1BA | $2,295 |
| Parkmerced Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath Tower | 1BR,1BA | $2,675 |
| 2023 Folsom | 1 Studio 1 Bath Apartment | Studio,1BA | $2,695 |
| HQ | Studio E1E | Studio,1BA | $2,748 |
| 140 Duboce | 1 Studio 1 Bath Apartment | Studio,1BA | $2,895 |
| 2619 Mission | 1 Studio 1 Bath Apartment | Studio,1BA | $2,995 |
| Mt. Sutro Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,995 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Diamond Heights, CA
As of May 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the Diamond Heights area is the $3.46 price per square foot 3 Bed 2 Bath TH Model at Parkmerced Apartments in the in the Stonestown neighborhood starting from $4,300. The second greatest value Diamond Heights apartment is the 2 BDRM Model at Mission Bart Apartments LLC starting at $3,795 with a $4.24 price per square foot in the Hunters Point neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Diamond Heights apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Parkmerced Apartments | 3 Bed 2 Bath TH | 3BR,2BA | $3.46 |
| Mission Bart Apartments LLC | 2 BDRM | 2BR,1BA | $4.24 |
| Avalon Ocean Avenue | A2-851 | 1BR,1BA | $4.83 |
| 50 Dunsmuir St, Unit 1 | 50 Dunsmuir St | 1BR,1BA | $2.76 |
| 3509 Mission St, Unit 3509A | 3509 Mission St | 2BR,1BA | $4.44 |
| Mt. Sutro Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $4.61 |
| Ventana Residences | ntaa10v | 1BR,1BA | $5.81 |
| Delphine on Diamond | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $5.48 |
| Vara | 0b | Studio ,1BA | $6.07 |
| 2619 Mission | 1 Studio 1 Bath Apartment | Studio ,1BA | $5.76 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Diamond Heights Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Diamond Heights?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Diamond Heights is at 2385 Folsom listed at $2,295.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Diamond Heights Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Diamond Heights Apartment is $2,695 at Parkmerced Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Diamond Heights Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Diamond Heights is starting from $3,195 at Parkmerced Apartments.
What is the most affordable Diamond Heights Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Diamond Heights Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Parkmerced Apartments and starts from $4,300.
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