
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Pacific Heights Neighborhood of San Francisco, CA from $1,400 (17 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Pacific Heights area of San Francisco.


2120 Pacific Ave

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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Pacific Heights?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pacific Heights Studio Apartments | $2,879 | $1,850 | $5,000 |
| Pacific Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments | $4,482 | $2,795 | $6,705 |
| Pacific Heights 2 Bedroom Apartments | $6,349 | $5,199 | $8,950 |
| Pacific Heights 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,295 | $6,295 | $6,295 |
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Cheapest Available Pacific Heights Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Pacific Heights area of San Francisco, CA is a Studio unit found at Pine Grove Apartments priced from $1,850. 2120 Pacific Ave has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,250. Here are the most affordable Pacific Heights apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pine Grove Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,850 |
| 2120 Pacific Ave | No Current Availability | Studio,1BA | $2,250 |
| 2148 Broderick | 1 Efficiency 1 Bath Apartment | Studio,1BA | $2,295 |
| 2400 Pacific Avenue Apartments | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $2,800 |
| 2000 Broadway Street Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $3,143 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Pacific Heights, CA
As of February 01, 2026 the best value apartment in the Pacific Heights area is the $5.59 price per square foot 2 bedrooms 2 bathrooms Model at 2140 Pacific Avenue in the in the NOMA neighborhood starting from $8,950. The second greatest value Pacific Heights apartment is the 1 Bed, 1 bath Model at 2398 Pacific Ave starting at $4,250 with a $4.25 price per square foot in the Van Ness neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Pacific Heights apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2140 Pacific Avenue | 2 bedrooms 2 bathrooms | 2BR,2BA | $5.59 |
| 2398 Pacific Ave | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $4.25 |
| 2120 Pacific Ave | No Current Availability | Studio ,1BA | $2.65 |
| Pine Grove Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.99 |
| 2400 Pacific Avenue Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $7.69 |
| 2128 Van Ness | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $7.54 |
| 2148 Broderick | 1 Efficiency 1 Bath Apartment | Studio ,1BA | $11.25 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Pacific Heights Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Pacific Heights?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Pacific Heights is under $8,950.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Pacific Heights?
The cheapest apartment in Pacific Heights is Pine Grove Apartments which is listed at $2,795, while the average apartment in Pacific Heights costs $6,295.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Pacific Heights?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 2 regular apartments in Pacific Heights that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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