
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Outer Sunset Neighborhood of San Francisco, CA from $2,500 (125 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Outer Sunset area of San Francisco.


The Westerly

3511 Taraval

3844 Irving St

4501 Irving St

1691-1699 47th Ave

1254 48th Ave

4021 Lincoln Way

1475-1479 48th Ave

1220 Upper Great Hwy
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3655 Vicente St

3121-3123 Vicente St

1224 45th Ave

2395 43rd Ave

4141 Noriega St

1472 La Playa St

1526-1530 La Playa St

3201 Taraval St

1444 La Playa St

1573 48th Ave
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4150 Lawton St

3939 Noriega St

3235-3245 Vicente St

1535 48th Ave

2818-2828 Taraval St

3416-3424 Taraval St

1445 48th Ave

3638 Taraval St

3626 Taraval St

4725 Irving St
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50 Cutler Ave

2600 45th St

3121 Taraval St

4101 Lincoln Way

3217 Vicente St

2440 Great Hwy

1447 48th Ave

1801 38th Ave

1201 46th Ave

3909 Moraga St
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3312-3320 Taraval St

1469 48th Ave

2206-2268 Great Hwy

1250 48th Ave

1364-1368 47th Ave

3129-3131 Vicente St

1487 48th Ave

1380 La Playa St

2598 43rd Ave

3101-3111 Vicente St
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Outer Sunset 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,850 | $2,650 | $3,150 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 125 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Outer Sunset Neighborhood of San Francisco, CA.
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Cheapest Available Outer Sunset Apartments for Rent
 | Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2400 39th Ave | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $3,150 |
| La Playa Apartments | One Bed One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3,150 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Outer Sunset, CA
As of June 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the Outer Sunset area is the $3.94 price per square foot 1 Beds, 1 Baths Model at 2400 39th Ave in the in the Sunset District neighborhood starting from $3,150. The second greatest value Outer Sunset apartment is the One Bed One Bath Model at La Playa Apartments starting at $3,150 with a $4.85 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2400 39th Ave | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $3.94 |
| La Playa Apartments | One Bed One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $4.85 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Outer Sunset Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Outer Sunset?
The cheapest apartment in Outer Sunset is 2400 39th Ave which is listed at $3,150, while the average apartment in Outer Sunset costs $2,750.
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