Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Outer Sunset Neighborhood of San Francisco, CA from $2,200 (37 Rentals)
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Outer Sunset, San Francisco, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Outer Sunset?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Outer Sunset 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,349 | $2,500 | $4,999 |
Outer Sunset 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,675 | $2,200 | $3,150 |
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Best Value Apartments for Rent in Outer Sunset, CA
As of May 21, 2025 the best value apartment in the Outer Sunset area is the $3.00 price per square foot 4712 Irving St Model at 4712 Irving St, Unit 4712 in the in the Outer Sunset neighborhood starting from $3,150. The second greatest value Outer Sunset apartment is the 2788 Great Hwy Model at 2788 Great Hwy, Unit 2788 B starting at $2,500 with a $3.13 price per square foot in the Outer Sunset neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Outer Sunset apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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4712 Irving St, Unit 4712 | 4712 Irving St | 2BR,1BA | $3.00 |
2788 Great Hwy, Unit 2788 B | 2788 Great Hwy | 1BR,1BA | $3.13 |
1958 44th Ave, Unit 44thXOrtega | 1958 44th Ave | 2BR,1BA | $3.38 |
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Getting Around the Outer Sunset Neighborhood in San Francisco, CA
Walk Score®
82 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
84 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
56 / 100
Good Transit
Many nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
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- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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