409 Dellbrook Ave
San FranciscoCA94131
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Lakeside Neighborhood of San Francisco, CA from $600 (16 Rentals)
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San FranciscoCA94112
143 Byxbee St
San FranciscoCA94132
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38 San Gabriel Ave
38 San Gabriel AveSan Francisco, CA 94112
2443 41st Ave
San FranciscoCA94116
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Lakewood Apartments At Lake Merced
515 John Muir DrSan Francisco, CA 94132
280 Faxon Ave
San FranciscoCA94112
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1100 Ocean Avenue
1100-1140 Ocean AveSan Francisco, CA 94112
263 Ralston St
San FranciscoCA94132
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255 Woodside
255 Woodside AveSan Francisco, CA 94127
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740 Monterey Blvd
740 Monterey BlvdSan Francisco, CA 94127
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Farallone
117 Farallones StSan Francisco, CA 94112
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Vicente Street Apartments
3100 Vicente StSan Francisco, CA 94116
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Brighton Luxury Apartments
280 Brighton AveSan Francisco, CA 94112
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Juniper
15 Poncetta DrDaly City, CA 94015
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Hillcrest Gardens
35 Hillcrest DrDaly City, CA 94014
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Lakeside, San Francisco, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Lakeside?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lakeside Studio Apartments | $2,270 | $2,186 | $2,328 |
| Lakeside 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,973 | $1,800 | $4,353 |
| Lakeside 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,808 | $2,850 | $6,900 |
| Lakeside 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,240 | $4,445 | $7,000 |
| Lakeside 4 Bedroom Apartments | $16,629 | $7,250 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 16 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Lakeside Neighborhood of San Francisco, CA.
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Cheapest Available Lakeside Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Lakeside area of San Francisco, CA is a Studio unit found at Juniper priced from $2,186. Lakewood Apartments At Lake Merced has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,328. Here are the most affordable Lakeside apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Juniper | S2-P | Studio,1BA | $2,186 |
| Lakewood Apartments At Lake Merced | Studio X | Studio,1BA | $2,328 |
| Parkmerced Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath Tower | 1BR,1BA | $2,695 |
| Ventana Residences | ntaa10r | 1BR,1BA | $3,675 |
| Delphine on Diamond | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $4,008 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lakeside, CA
As of May 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Lakeside area is the $4.43 price per square foot 3 Bed 2.5 Bath TH Model at Parkmerced Apartments in the in the Stonestown neighborhood starting from $6,200. The second greatest value Lakeside apartment is the One Bedroom One Bathroom Model at Delphine on Diamond starting at $4,008 with a $6.52 price per square foot in the Twin Peaks West neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Lakeside apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Parkmerced Apartments | 3 Bed 2.5 Bath TH | 3BR,2.5BA | $4.43 |
| Delphine on Diamond | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $6.52 |
| 38 San Gabriel Ave | 38 San Gabriel Ave | 1BR,1BA | $3.00 |
| Ventana Residences | ntaa10r | 1BR,1BA | $6.33 |
| 4475 23rd Street | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $8.53 |
| Lakewood Apartments At Lake Merced | Studio X | Studio ,1BA | $4.56 |
| Juniper | S2-P | Studio ,1BA | $4.95 |
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Sloat (Commodore) Elementary
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Lakeside Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Lakeside?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Lakeside is under $4,595.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Lakeside?
The cheapest apartment in Lakeside is Juniper which is listed at $2,631, while the average apartment in Lakeside costs $14,163.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Lakeside?
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 7 regular apartments in Lakeside 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 Lakeside?
Cheap apartments in Lakeside have an average cost of $749 which is $13,414 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Lakeside.
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