Cheap Homes for Rent in Lakeside Neighborhood of San Francisco, CA from $1,100 (11 Rentals)

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Lakeside, San Francisco, CA Local Guide

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 Brunswick Street Apartments priced from $1,550. Lakewood Apartments At Lake Merced has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,129. Here are the most affordable Lakeside apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Brunswick Street ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,550
Lakewood Apartments At Lake MercedStudio XStudio,1BA$2,129
Parkmerced Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath Tower1BR,1BA$2,607
96 Crestline1 bedroom ; 1 bath1BR,1BA$2,900
Delphine on DiamondOne Bedroom One Bathroom1BR,1BA$3,280

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lakeside, CA

As of July 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the Lakeside area is the $2.53 price per square foot 175 Rae Ave Model at 175 Rae Ave, Unit A in the in the Lakeside neighborhood starting from $3,800. The second greatest value Lakeside apartment is the 1676 48th Ave Model at 1676 48th Ave, Unit 48th ave starting at $3,900 with a $2.88 price per square foot in the Outer Sunset neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Lakeside apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
175 Rae Ave, Unit A175 Rae Ave3BR,2BA$2.53
1676 48th Ave, Unit 48th ave1676 48th Ave3BR,1.5BA$2.88
126 Holloway Ave, Unit 126126 Holloway Ave2BR,1BA$3.15
Parkmerced Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath TH1BR,1BA$3.97
Lakewood Apartments At Lake Merced1 bedroom 1 bathroom #31BR,1BA$4.38
20 Niagara Ave, Unit 220 Niagara Ave1BR,1BA$3.38
Delphine on DiamondOne Bedroom One Bathroom1BR,1BA$5.33
1958 44th Ave, Unit 44thXOrtega1958 44th Ave2BR,1BA$4.40
Brunswick Street ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$3.67
2700 Ortega St, Unit Studio in law2700 Ortega StStudio ,1BA$5.50

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Frequently Asked Questions about Lakeside

What type of rentals are currently available in Lakeside?

There are currently 597 Apartments for Rent in Lakeside, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,250 to $6,425. There are also 53 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Lakeside ranging from $1,150 to $12,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Lakeside?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Lakeside ranges from $1,150 to $12,500 with an average monthly rent of $4,623.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Lakeside?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Lakeside range from $2,995 to $6,425, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $3,600 to $9,950. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $5,095 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,580.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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