Cheap Homes for Rent in Forest Hill Extension Neighborhood of San Francisco, CA from $1,300 (5 Rentals)

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property at 409 Dellbrook Ave

$1,550

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$1,550

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Jun 6

409 Dellbrook Ave

San FranciscoCA94131

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property at 143 Byxbee St

$1,650

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$1,650

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available May 21

143 Byxbee St

San FranciscoCA94132

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property at 280 Faxon Ave

$2,600

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$2,600

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Jul 1

280 Faxon Ave

San FranciscoCA94112

Forest Hill Extension, San Francisco, CA Local Guide

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 $2,675. 140 Duboce has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,895. Here are the most affordable Forest Hill Extension apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Parkmerced Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath Tower1BR,1BA$2,675
140 Duboce1 Studio 1 Bath ApartmentStudio,1BA$2,895
Mt. Sutro ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,995

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Forest Hill Extension, CA

As of May 17, 2026 the best value apartment in the Forest Hill Extension area is the $3.47 price per square foot 477 Crestmont Dr Model at 477 Crestmont Dr, Unit Spacious Apartment with Views in the in the Inset neighborhood starting from $5,200. The second greatest value Forest Hill Extension apartment is the 3637 18th St Model at 3637 18th St, Unit Apt 2 starting at $9,900 with a $6.60 price per square foot in the Intermission neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Forest Hill Extension apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
477 Crestmont Dr, Unit Spacious Apartment with Views477 Crestmont Dr2BR,2BA$3.47
3637 18th St, Unit Apt 23637 18th St3BR,2BA$6.60
Parkmerced Apartments3 Bed 2.5 Bath TH3BR,2.5BA$4.43
Avalon Ocean AvenueA2-8511BR,1BA$4.71
3509 Mission St, Unit 3509A3509 Mission St2BR,1BA$4.44
Mt. Sutro ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$4.61
240 Dolores Street ApartmentsRenovated 1 Bed, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$6.15
Delphine on DiamondOne Bedroom One Bathroom1BR,1BA$5.58
38 San Gabriel Ave38 San Gabriel Ave1BR,1BA$3.00
Ventana Residencesntaa10r1BR,1BA$6.41

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Forest Hill Extension, San Francisco, CA

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Frequently Asked Questions about Forest Hill Extension

What type of rentals are currently available in Forest Hill Extension?

There are currently 2994 Apartments for Rent in Forest Hill Extension, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,400 to $12,500. There are also 34 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Forest Hill Extension ranging from $1,300 to $25,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Forest Hill Extension?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Forest Hill Extension ranges from $1,300 to $25,000 with an average monthly rent of $5,775.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Forest Hill Extension?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Forest Hill Extension range from $4,300 to $9,900, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $5,800 to $19,995. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $6,500 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $6,750.

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