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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 | $2,760 | $2,145 | $5,669 |
| Diamond Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,799 | $1,400 | $5,775 |
| Diamond Heights 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,024 | $2,499 | $10,000+ |
| Diamond Heights 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,661 | $4,495 | $10,000+ |
| Diamond Heights 4 Bedroom Apartments | $11,295 | $7,000 | $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 1 Bed unit found at 1042 Irving St priced from $1,400. Parkmerced Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,145. Here are the most affordable Diamond Heights apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1042 Irving St | 1 BED 1 BATH | 1BR,1BA | $1,400 |
| Parkmerced Apartments | Studio Tower | Studio,1BA | $2,145 |
| Mt. Sutro Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,250 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Diamond Heights, CA
As of December 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the Diamond Heights area is the $2.41 price per square foot 1370 20th Ave Model at 1370 20th Ave, Unit 1370 in the in the Sunset District neighborhood starting from $4,200. The second greatest value Diamond Heights apartment is the Waller+ Model at Venn on Market starting at $5,447 with a $5.15 price per square foot in the Van Ness 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1370 20th Ave, Unit 1370 | 1370 20th Ave | 2BR,2.5BA | $2.41 |
| Venn on Market | Waller+ | 2BR,2BA | $5.15 |
| 382 29th St, Unit 382 29th Street | 382 29th St | 1BR,1BA | $3.50 |
| 750 Bacon St, Unit Apt#3 | 750 Bacon St | 2BR,1BA | $3.89 |
| 144 Locksley Ave | 144 Locksley Ave | 2BR,1BA | $4.75 |
| 3681 23rd St, Unit 3681 | 3681 23rd St | 1BR,1BA | $5.15 |
| Parkmerced Apartments | Studio Tower | Studio ,1BA | $4.12 |
| 2619 Mission | 1 Studio 1 Bath Apartment | Studio ,1BA | $4.80 |
| 1042 Irving St | 1 BED 1 BATH | 1BR,1BA | $2.80 |
| Mt. Sutro Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $5.23 |
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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 $2,695.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Diamond Heights?
The cheapest apartment in Diamond Heights is 1042 Irving St which is listed at $1,400, while the average apartment in Diamond Heights costs $11,676.
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 2 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 $321 which is $11,355 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Diamond Heights.
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