
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Inset Neighborhood of San Francisco, CA from $700 (3 Rentals)
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Inset, San Francisco, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Inset?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Inset Studio Apartments | $2,085 | $776 | $2,500 |
| Inset 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,925 | $1,353 | $3,600 |
| Inset 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,241 | $962 | $4,200 |
| Inset 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,825 | $1,102 | $4,995 |
| Inset 4 Bedroom Apartments | $10,928 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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Best Value Apartments for Rent in Inset, CA
As of December 21, 2025 the best value apartment in the Inset area is the $2.41 price per square foot 1370 20th Ave Model at 1370 20th Ave, Unit 1370 in the in the Sunset District neighborhood starting from $4,200. The second greatest value Inset apartment is the 144 Locksley Ave Model at 144 Locksley Ave starting at $3,800 with a $4.75 price per square foot in the Inset neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Inset apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1370 20th Ave, Unit 1370 | 1370 20th Ave | 2BR,2.5BA | $2.41 |
| 144 Locksley Ave | 144 Locksley Ave | 2BR,1BA | $4.75 |
| Park West | Plan 1A | 1BR,1BA | $5.48 |
| 1457 11th Ave, Unit Courtyard Garden | 1457 11th Ave | 1BR,1BA | $6.00 |
| 2550 Irving | 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $2.71 |
| Mt. Sutro Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $5.23 |
| Avalon Sunset Towers | S1 | Studio ,1BA | $9.58 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleInset, San Francisco, CA
Ranked #94
Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Inset, San Francisco, CA
Yu (Alice Fong) Elementary
Lincoln (Abraham) High
Hoover (Herbert) Middle
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Inset Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Inset?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Inset is under $3,529.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Inset?
The cheapest apartment in Inset is 2550 Irving which is listed at $1,353, while the average apartment in Inset costs $10,928.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Inset?
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 6 regular apartments in Inset 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 Inset?
Cheap apartments in Inset have an average cost of $648 which is $10,280 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Inset.
Expert Rental Resources
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.
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