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Excelsior, San Francisco, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Excelsior?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Excelsior 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,355 | $4,850 | $6,950 |
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There are currently 4 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Excelsior Neighborhood of San Francisco, CA.
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Best Value Apartments for Rent in Excelsior, CA
As of May 17, 2025 the best value apartment in the Excelsior area is the $3.92 price per square foot 3 Bed 2.5 Bath Townhome Model at Parkmerced in the in the Sunnyside neighborhood starting from $5,496. The second greatest value Excelsior apartment is the 2x2-1020-D Model at Highpoint Terrace starting at $3,500 with a $3.43 price per square foot in the Bayview District neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Excelsior apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Parkmerced | 3 Bed 2.5 Bath Townhome | 3BR,2.5BA | $3.92 |
Highpoint Terrace | 2x2-1020-D | 2BR,2BA | $3.43 |
30 Brazil Ave, Unit 3 | 30 Brazil Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.79 |
777 Tenn | The Clarksville | 2BR,2BA | $5.76 |
The Landing | 22D | 2BR,2BA | $5.55 |
4709 Mission St, Unit A | 4709 Mission St | 3BR,1BA | $4.60 |
Ventana Residences | STUDIO | Studio ,1BA | $5.60 |
456 Silver Ave, Unit 456A Silver Ave | 456 Silver Ave | Studio ,1BA | $4.00 |
Westlake Apartments | S2-P | Studio ,1BA | $4.59 |
Potrero Launch | Studio A | Studio ,1BA | $7.05 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Excelsior
What type of rentals are currently available in Excelsior?
There are currently 108 Apartments for Rent in Excelsior, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,815 to $10,000. There are also 8 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Excelsior ranging from $2,395 to $6,950.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Excelsior?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Excelsior ranges from $2,395 to $6,950 with an average monthly rent of $3,875.
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