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Diamond Heights, San Francisco, CA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Diamond Heights?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diamond Heights Studio Apartments | $2,832 | $1,595 | $5,646 |
| Diamond Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,610 | $1,400 | $5,999 |
| Diamond Heights 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,760 | $2,000 | $10,000+ |
| Diamond Heights 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,020 | $3,993 | $10,000+ |
| Diamond Heights 4 Bedroom Apartments | $6,473 | $5,949 | $7,000 |
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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 Mt. Sutro Apartments priced from $2,395. Ventana Residences has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,435. Here are the most affordable Diamond Heights apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mt. Sutro Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,395 |
| Ventana Residences | STUDIO | Studio,1BA | $2,435 |
| Parkmerced Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath Tower | 1BR,1BA | $2,494 |
| 96 Crestline | 1 bedroom ; 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,550 |
| 240 Dolores Street Apartments | Renovated Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,699 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Diamond Heights, CA
As of November 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the Diamond Heights 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 Diamond Heights apartment is the 1370 20th Ave Model at 1370 20th Ave, Unit 1370 starting at $4,200 with a $2.41 price per square foot in the Sunset District 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 483 Monterey Blvd | 483 Monterey Blvd | 4BR,3BA | $3.31 |
| 1370 20th Ave, Unit 1370 | 1370 20th Ave | 2BR,2.5BA | $2.41 |
| 168 Lexington St, Unit 168 | 168 Lexington St | 4BR,1.5BA | $4.60 |
| 65 Montezuma St, Unit 65 Montezuma | 65 Montezuma St | 3BR,1BA | $3.84 |
| Parkmerced Apartments | 3 Bed 2 Bath TH | 3BR,2BA | $3.63 |
| 220A Romain St, Unit 220A | 220A Romain St | 2BR,1.5BA | $4.09 |
| 460 Monterey Boulevard | 2 Bedroom Apt | 2BR,1BA | $4.28 |
| 96 Crestline | 1 bedroom ; 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.75 |
| 139 Ripley St, Unit 139B | 139 Ripley St | 1BR,1BA | $4.62 |
| Kirkham Heights Apartments | 1A Maple | 1BR,1BA | $4.74 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDiamond Heights, San Francisco, CA
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Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
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Getting Around the Diamond Heights Neighborhood in San Francisco, CA
Walk Score®
73 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
59 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
68 / 100
Good Transit
Many nearby public transportation options
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Diamond Heights Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Diamond Heights?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Diamond Heights is under $3,000.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Diamond Heights?
The cheapest apartment in Diamond Heights is Parkmerced Apartments which is listed at $2,494, while the average apartment in Diamond Heights costs $6,472.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Diamond 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 5 regular apartments in Diamond Heights 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 Diamond Heights?
Cheap apartments in Diamond Heights have an average cost of $359 which is $6,113 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Diamond Heights.
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