
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Forest Knolls Neighborhood of San Francisco, CA from $2,600 (40 Rentals)
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1755 7th Ave

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102 Locksley

435 Warren Dr

475-477 Crestmont Dr

1343 4th Ave

321 Parnassus Ave

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33 Woodland Ave
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1410 7th Ave

148 Locksley Ave

475 Warren Dr

140 Locksley Ave

Forest Knolls

1116 Stanyan St

1359 5th Ave
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244 Grattan St

1417-1419 5th Ave

1155 Stanyan St

267-269 Parnassus Ave

1375 5th Ave

12 Woodland Ave

178 Locksley Ave

184 Locksley Ave
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1415 5th Ave

470 Warren Dr

1793 7th Ave

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275 Grattan

400 Warren Dr

301 Parnassus Ave

445 Warren Dr
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Forest Knolls, San Francisco, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Forest Knolls?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Forest Knolls 1 Bedroom Apartments | $4,932 | $2,995 | $5,841 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 40 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Forest Knolls Neighborhood of San Francisco, CA.
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Cheapest Available Forest Knolls Apartments for Rent
 | Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mt. Sutro Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,995 |
| Sunset Towers | H1R | 1BR,1BA | $5,541 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Forest Knolls, CA
As of July 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Forest Knolls area is the $8.52 price per square foot H1R Model at Sunset Towers in the in the Inset neighborhood starting from $5,541. The second greatest value Forest Knolls apartment is the One Bedroom Model at Mt. Sutro Apartments starting at $2,995 with a $4.61 price per square foot in the Inset neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Forest Knolls apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sunset Towers | H1R | 1BR,1BA | $8.52 |
| Mt. Sutro Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $4.61 |
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