Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Outer Sunset Neighborhood of San Francisco, CA from $2,500 (125 Rentals)

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The Westerly
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

The Westerly

2800 Sloat BlvdSan Francisco, CA 94116
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3511 Taraval
1 Bedroom Apartments

3511 Taraval

3511 Taraval StSan Francisco, CA 94116
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3844 Irving St
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

3844 Irving St

3844 Irving StSan Francisco, CA 94122
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4501 Irving St
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

4501 Irving St

4501 Irving StSan Francisco, CA 94122
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1254 48th Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1254 48th Ave

1254 48th AveSan Francisco, CA 94122
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4021 Lincoln Way
2 Bedroom Apartments

4021 Lincoln Way

4021 Lincoln WaySan Francisco, CA 94122
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1475-1479 48th Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

1475-1479 48th Ave

1475-1479 48th AveSan Francisco, CA 94122

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Learn the official definition (spending 30% or more of your gross income on housing) and how to calculate your exact rent-to-income ratio. This guide offers expert tips on factoring in total housing costs (including utilities and fees) and budgeting accurately to avoid unnecessary financial strain.

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3655 Vicente St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

3655 Vicente St

3655 Vicente StSan Francisco, CA 94116
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1224 45th Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

1224 45th Ave

1224 45th AveSan Francisco, CA 94122
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2395 43rd Ave
Studio Apartments

2395 43rd Ave

2395 43rd AveSan Francisco, CA 94116
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4141 Noriega St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

4141 Noriega St

4141 Noriega StSan Francisco, CA 94122
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1472 La Playa St
1 Bedroom Apartments

1472 La Playa St

1472 La Playa StSan Francisco, CA 94122
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3201 Taraval St
Studio Apartments

3201 Taraval St

3201 Taraval StSan Francisco, CA 94116
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1444 La Playa St
2 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

1444 La Playa St

1444 La Playa StSan Francisco, CA 94122
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1573 48th Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

1573 48th Ave

1573 48th AveSan Francisco, CA 94122

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4150 Lawton St
1 Bedroom Apartments

4150 Lawton St

4150 Lawton StSan Francisco, CA 94122
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3939 Noriega St
Studio Apartments

3939 Noriega St

3939 Noriega StSan Francisco, CA 94122
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1535 48th Ave
Studio Apartments

1535 48th Ave

1535 48th AveSan Francisco, CA 94122
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1445 48th Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

1445 48th Ave

1445 48th AveSan Francisco, CA 94122
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3638 Taraval St
Studio Apartments

3638 Taraval St

3638 Taraval StSan Francisco, CA 94116
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3626 Taraval St
1 Bedroom Apartments

3626 Taraval St

3626 Taraval StSan Francisco, CA 94116
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4725 Irving St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

4725 Irving St

4725 Irving StSan Francisco, CA 94122

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50 Cutler Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

50 Cutler Ave

50 Cutler AveSan Francisco, CA 94116
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2600 45th St
Studio Apartments

2600 45th St

2600 45th StSan Francisco, CA 94116
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3121 Taraval St
Studio Apartments

3121 Taraval St

3121 Taraval StSan Francisco, CA 94116
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4101 Lincoln Way
Studio Apartments

4101 Lincoln Way

4101 Lincoln WaySan Francisco, CA 94122
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3217 Vicente St
1 Bedroom Apartments

3217 Vicente St

3217 Vicente StSan Francisco, CA 94116
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2440 Great Hwy
1 Bedroom Apartments

2440 Great Hwy

2440 Great HwySan Francisco, CA 94116
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1447 48th Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

1447 48th Ave

1447 48th AveSan Francisco, CA 94122
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1801 38th Ave
Studio Apartments

1801 38th Ave

1801 38th AveSan Francisco, CA 94122
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1201 46th Ave
Studio Apartments

1201 46th Ave

1201 46th AveSan Francisco, CA 94122
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3909 Moraga St
Studio Apartments

3909 Moraga St

3909 Moraga StSan Francisco, CA 94122

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1469 48th Ave
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

1469 48th Ave

1469 48th AveSan Francisco, CA 94122
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2206-2268 Great Hwy
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

2206-2268 Great Hwy

2206-2268 Great HwySan Francisco, CA 94116
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1250 48th Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

1250 48th Ave

1250 48th AveSan Francisco, CA 94122
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1364-1368 47th Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1364-1368 47th Ave

1364-1368 47th AveSan Francisco, CA 94122
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1487 48th Ave
Studio Apartments

1487 48th Ave

1487 48th AveSan Francisco, CA 94122
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1380 La Playa St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1380 La Playa St

1380 La Playa StSan Francisco, CA 94122
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2598 43rd Ave
Studio Apartments

2598 43rd Ave

2598 43rd AveSan Francisco, CA 94116

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Cheapest Available Outer Sunset Apartments for Rent

 
Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
2400 39th Ave1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$3,150
La Playa ApartmentsOne Bed One Bath1BR,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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
2400 39th Ave1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$3.94
La Playa ApartmentsOne Bed One Bath1BR,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.

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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