
Apartments for Rent in the Lake Shore Neighborhood of San Francisco, CA (403 Rentals)


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2919 23rd Ave, Unit A

123 Country Club Dr

265 Lobos St

2401 32nd Ave

3535 Wawona St

263 Ralston St

2518 46th Ave

2332 Taraval St
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8200 Oceanview Terrace

133 Granville Way

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Westlake Apartments

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Juniper

Brunswick Street

428 88th St

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50 3rd Ave, Unit 2

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155 Vista Grande Ave, Unit 155 Vista Grande Ave

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282 N Mayfair Ave
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52 Oakmont Dr

90 Pinehaven Dr

Summit 800

The Westerly

3511 Taraval

796-798 Santiago St

416 Holloway Avenue

220 North Parkview

310 Arballo Drive

300 Arballo Dr
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810 Gonzalez Drive

University Park

415 Winston Dr

33-85 Cambon Dr

125 Cambon Drive

150 Font Boulevard

3301 Wawona St

2719 44th Ave

3025 21th Ave
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2950 22nd Ave

2225 Vicente St

2338 Vicente St

2599 Vicente St

3121-3123 Vicente St

2222 Vicente St

2238 Vicente St

2583 34th Ave

3101-3111 Vicente St

3129-3131 Vicente St
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Lake Shore, San Francisco, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Lake Shore?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Shore Studio Apartments | $2,508 | $2,140 | $2,738 |
| Lake Shore 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,930 | $1,750 | $3,599 |
| Lake Shore 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,505 | $2,995 | $4,408 |
| Lake Shore 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,469 | $4,790 | $6,700 |
How much does it cost to rent a home in Lake Shore?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Bedroom Homes | $4,125 | $3,200 | $5,200 |
| 3 Bedroom Homes | $6,299 | $4,000 | $8,500 |
| 7 Bedroom Homes | $1,500 | $1,500 | $1,500 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleLake Shore, San Francisco, CA
Ranked #98
Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Lake Shore, San Francisco, CA
Ulloa Elementary School
Lowell High School
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Frequently Asked Questions about Lake Shore
What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in the Lake Shore area of San Francisco, CA?
As of today, August 25, 2026, there are currently 403 available Lake Shore apartments priced from $1,750 to $6,700, with an average monthly rent of $3,581.
How much are Studio apartments in Lake Shore?
There are currently 182 Studio Apartments in Lake Shore with rent ranges from $2,140 to $2,738 with an average price of $2,508.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Lake Shore Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Lake Shore ranges from $1,750 to $3,599 with an average monthly rent of $2,930.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Lake Shore cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Lake Shore range from $2,995 to $4,408. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $3,505.
How expensive are Lake Shore Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 70 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Lake Shore on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $4,790 to $6,700 - averaging $5,469 for the location.
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