634b Masonic Ave
San FranciscoCA94117
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723 8th AveSan Francisco, CA 94118
2443 41st Ave
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Forest Hill, San Francisco, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Forest Hill?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Forest Hill Studio Apartments | $2,943 | $1,950 | $5,750 |
| Forest Hill 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,166 | $950 | $4,695 |
| Forest Hill 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,254 | $2,995 | $6,573 |
| Forest Hill 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,274 | $2,990 | $7,349 |
| Forest Hill 4 Bedroom Apartments | $7,547 | $5,600 | $9,495 |
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Cheapest Available Forest Hill Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Forest Hill area of San Francisco, CA is a Studio unit found at Franciscana Apartments priced from $2,275. 210 Church has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,595. Here are the most affordable Forest Hill apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Franciscana Apartments | Penthouse Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,275 |
| 210 Church | Studio 1 Bath | Studio,1BA | $2,595 |
| 695 38th Ave | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,649 |
| Ventana Residences | STUDIO | Studio,1BA | $2,700 |
| Parkmerced Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath Tower | 1BR,1BA | $2,745 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Forest Hill, CA
As of June 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the Forest Hill area is the $2.03 price per square foot 1877 19th Ave Model at 1877 19th Ave, Unit Top Floor in the in the Sunset District neighborhood starting from $3,650. The second greatest value Forest Hill apartment is the 646 10th Ave Model at 646 10th Ave, Unit 3bd 2ba Newly Renovated starting at $5,750 with a $3.59 price per square foot in the Inner Richmond neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Forest Hill apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1877 19th Ave, Unit Top Floor | 1877 19th Ave | 3BR,2BA | $2.03 |
| 646 10th Ave, Unit 3bd 2ba Newly Renovated | 646 10th Ave | 3BR,2BA | $3.59 |
| 1472 12th Ave, Unit 1472 | 1472 12th Ave | 3BR,2BA | $3.09 |
| 72 Whitney St, Unit 72 Whitney Street | 72 Whitney St | 2BR,1.5BA | $3.64 |
| Mt. Sutro Apartments | 2 Bed / 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $3.61 |
| 126 Holloway Ave, Unit 126 | 126 Holloway Ave | 2BR,1BA | $3.20 |
| 1300 26th Avenue | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.78 |
| Parkmerced Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath TH | 1BR,1BA | $4.14 |
| 350 Judah | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $4.43 |
| 460 Monterey Boulevard | 1 Bedroom Apt | 1BR,1BA | $4.33 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleForest Hill, San Francisco, CA
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Among neighborhoods in San Francisco, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
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Best Local Schools in Forest Hill, San Francisco, CA
West Portal Elementary
San Francisco Unified School District
Public School - Grades K-5 (583)
8 out of 10
Hoover (Herbert) Middle
San Francisco Unified School District
Public School - Grades 6-8 (938)
7 out of 10
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Getting Around the Forest Hill Neighborhood in San Francisco, CA
Walk Score®
79 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
58 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
75 / 100
Excellent Transit
Transit is convenient for most trips
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Forest Hill Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Forest Hill?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Forest Hill is under $3,095.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Forest Hill?
The cheapest apartment in Forest Hill is 460 Monterey Boulevard which is listed at $2,595, while the average apartment in Forest Hill costs $7,547.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Forest Hill?
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 1 regular apartments in Forest Hill 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 Forest Hill?
Cheap apartments in Forest Hill have an average cost of $158 which is $7,389 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Forest Hill.
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