
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Forest Hill Extension Neighborhood of San Francisco, CA from $700 (26 Rentals)
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182 Cayuga Ave

45 Pinehurst Way, Unit 45-A

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126 Holloway Ave, Unit studio, Unit studio

4334 Fulton St

730 Stanyan
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2550 Irving

1100 Ocean Avenue

263 Ralston St

750 Guerrero

2 Guerrero

191 Frederick St
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1801 15th St

1745 Market St

1567 19th Ave

625 Guerrero

2221 Judah St

2073-2079 Market St
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1495 7th Avenue

3475 16th St

3474 17th Street

15 Hermann

740 Monterey Blvd

769 Cole St
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255 Dolores St
Forest Hill Extension, San Francisco, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Forest Hill Extension?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Forest Hill Extension Studio Apartments | $2,668 | $1,850 | $3,175 |
| Forest Hill Extension 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,805 | $1,400 | $5,770 |
| Forest Hill Extension 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,234 | $2,850 | $7,840 |
| Forest Hill Extension 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,847 | $4,200 | $9,900 |
| Forest Hill Extension 5 Bedroom Apartments | $12,500 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 26 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Forest Hill Extension Neighborhood of San Francisco, CA.
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Cheapest Available Forest Hill Extension Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Forest Hill Extension area of San Francisco, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Parkmerced Apartments priced from $2,695. Mt. Sutro Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,995. Here are the most affordable Forest Hill Extension apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Parkmerced Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath Tower | 1BR,1BA | $2,695 |
| Mt. Sutro Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,995 |
| 140 Duboce | 1 Studio 1 Bath Apartment | Studio,1BA | $3,095 |
| Delphine on Diamond | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $3,344 |
| 240 Dolores Street Apartments | Renovated 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $4,099 |
| Ventana Residences | ntaa20b | 1BR,2BA | $4,275 |
| Venn on Market | Hayes Valley | 1BR,1BA | $4,454 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Forest Hill Extension, CA
As of May 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the Forest Hill Extension area is the $6.60 price per square foot 3637 18th St Model at 3637 18th St, Unit Apt 2 in the in the Intermission neighborhood starting from $9,900. The second greatest value Forest Hill Extension apartment is the 3 Bed 2.5 Bath TH Model at Parkmerced Apartments starting at $4,945 with a $3.53 price per square foot in the Stonestown neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Forest Hill Extension apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3637 18th St, Unit Apt 2 | 3637 18th St | 3BR,2BA | $6.60 |
| Parkmerced Apartments | 3 Bed 2.5 Bath TH | 3BR,2.5BA | $3.53 |
| 253 Louisburg St, Unit A | 253 Louisburg St | 3BR,1BA | $4.20 |
| 3509 Mission St, Unit 3509A | 3509 Mission St | 2BR,1BA | $4.44 |
| Ventana Residences | ntab20e | 2BR,2BA | $5.96 |
| Venn on Market | Hayes Valley | 1BR,1BA | $6.56 |
| 240 Dolores Street Apartments | Renovated 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $6.31 |
| Mt. Sutro Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $4.61 |
| Delphine on Diamond | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $5.44 |
| 126 Holloway Ave, Unit studio | 126 Holloway Ave | Studio ,1BA | $4.11 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleForest Hill Extension, San Francisco, CA
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Best Local Schools in Forest Hill Extension, San Francisco, CA
West Portal Elementary
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Forest Hill Extension Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Forest Hill Extension Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Forest Hill Extension Apartment is $2,695 at Parkmerced Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Forest Hill Extension Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Forest Hill Extension is starting from $3,195 at Parkmerced Apartments.
What is the most affordable Forest Hill Extension Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Forest Hill Extension Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Parkmerced Apartments and starts from $4,300.
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