Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Monterey Heights Neighborhood of San Francisco, CA from $600 (22 Rentals)

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1100 Ocean Avenue
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

1100 Ocean Avenue

1100-1140 Ocean AveSan Francisco, CA 94112

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1567 19th Ave
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

1567 19th Ave

1567 19th AveSan Francisco, CA 94122
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255 Woodside
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

255 Woodside

255 Woodside AveSan Francisco, CA 94127
Senior Living
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2221 Judah St
1 Bedroom Apartments

2221 Judah St

2221 Judah StSan Francisco, CA 94122
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Islais Place
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Islais Place

4840 Mission StSan Francisco, CA 94112
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1495 7th Avenue
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

1495 7th Avenue

1495 7th AveSan Francisco, CA 94122
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740 Monterey Blvd
1 Bedroom Apartments

740 Monterey Blvd

740 Monterey BlvdSan Francisco, CA 94127

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Farallone
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Farallone

117 Farallones StSan Francisco, CA 94112
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240 Cumberland
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

240 Cumberland

240 Cumberland StSan Francisco, CA 94114
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Cesar Chavez Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Cesar Chavez Apartments

4130-4140 Cesar Chavez StSan Francisco, CA 94131
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975 Burnett
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

975 Burnett

975 Burnett AveSan Francisco, CA 94131

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Hillcrest Gardens
1 Bedroom Apartments

Hillcrest Gardens

35 Hillcrest DrDaly City, CA 94014
Senior Living

Monterey Heights, San Francisco, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Monterey Heights Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Monterey Heights area of San Francisco, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Parkmerced Apartments priced from $2,945. 2400 39th Ave has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,950. Here are the most affordable Monterey Heights apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Parkmerced Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath Tower1BR,1BA$2,945
2400 39th Ave1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$2,950
Mt. Sutro ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,995
Ventana Residencesntae10fStudio,1BA$3,045
Delphine on DiamondOne Bedroom One Bathroom1BR,1BA$4,119

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Monterey Heights, CA

As of July 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Monterey Heights area is the $3.78 price per square foot 3 Bed 2.5 Bath TH Model at Parkmerced Apartments in the in the Stonestown neighborhood starting from $5,295. The second greatest value Monterey Heights apartment is the 279 30th St Model at 279 30th St, Unit 279 starting at $7,500 with a $5.36 price per square foot in the Visitacion Valley neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Monterey Heights apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Parkmerced Apartments3 Bed 2.5 Bath TH3BR,2.5BA$3.78
279 30th St, Unit 279279 30th St3BR,2BA$5.36
660 Clipper2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment2BR,1BA$7.12
2400 39th Ave1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$3.69
Mt. Sutro ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$4.61
Sunset TowersH1R1BR,1BA$8.52
Delphine on DiamondOne Bedroom One Bathroom1BR,1BA$6.70
Ventana Residencesntae10fStudio ,1BA$8.01

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Local Guide To the Best Student Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent Near Colleges in San Francisco

A Local Experts guide to the Best Student Friendly Neighborhoods Near Colleges in the Bay area for affordable living. Find your perfect San Francisco Student apartment, condo, or rental home today at ApartmentHomeliving.com

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Monterey Heights, San Francisco, CA

Ranked #51

Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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3.5
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Monterey Heights Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Monterey Heights?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Monterey Heights is at Ventana Residences listed at $3,045.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Monterey Heights Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Monterey Heights Apartment is $2,945 at Parkmerced Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Monterey Heights Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Monterey Heights is starting from $3,295 at Parkmerced Apartments.

What is the most affordable Monterey Heights Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Monterey Heights Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Parkmerced Apartments and starts from $4,485.

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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