
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Lake Street Neighborhood of San Francisco, CA from $1,500 (80 Rentals)
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5645-5657 California St
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Lake Street, San Francisco, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Lake Street?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Lake Street 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,820 | $2,820 | $2,820 |
Lake Street 2 Bedroom Apartments | $6,162 | $4,400 | $8,000 |
Lake Street 3 Bedroom Apartments | $9,995 | $9,995 | $9,995 |
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There are currently 80 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Lake Street Neighborhood of San Francisco, CA.
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Cheapest Available Lake Street Apartments for Rent
 Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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The Presidio Landmark | 1C | 1BR,1BA | $3,400 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lake Street, CA
As of May 23, 2025 the best value apartment in the Lake Street area is the $2.59 price per square foot 5230 California St Model at 5230 California St in the in the Inner Richmond neighborhood starting from $4,500. The second greatest value Lake Street apartment is the 1A Model at The Presidio Landmark starting at $3,880 with a $9.70 price per square foot in the Inner Richmond neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Lake Street apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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5230 California St | 5230 California St | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.59 |
The Presidio Landmark | 1A | 1BR,1BA | $9.70 |
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Getting Around the Lake Street Neighborhood in San Francisco, CA
Walk Score®
93 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
90 / 100
Biker's Paradise
Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike
Transit Score®
66 / 100
Good Transit
Many nearby public transportation options
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.
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