
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Saint Francis Wood Neighborhood of San Francisco, CA from $1,200 (15 Rentals)
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Lakewood Apartments At Lake Merced

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Saint Francis Wood, San Francisco, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Saint Francis Wood?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Saint Francis Wood Studio Apartments | $2,437 | $1,950 | $5,750 |
Saint Francis Wood 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,983 | $1,000 | $4,150 |
Saint Francis Wood 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,182 | $2,200 | $9,250 |
Saint Francis Wood 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,234 | $2,990 | $7,490 |
Saint Francis Wood 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,600 | $5,600 | $5,600 |
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There are currently 15 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Saint Francis Wood Neighborhood of San Francisco, CA.
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Cheapest Available Saint Francis Wood Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Saint Francis Wood area of San Francisco, CA is a Studio unit found at Lakewood Apartments At Lake Merced priced from $2,129. Franciscana Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,275. Here are the most affordable Saint Francis Wood apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Lakewood Apartments At Lake Merced | Studio X | Studio,1BA | $2,129 |
Franciscana Apartments | Penthouse Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,275 |
5519 Mission | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,395 |
Ventana Residences | STUDIO | Studio,1BA | $2,700 |
Parkmerced Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath Tower | 1BR,1BA | $2,745 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Saint Francis Wood, CA
As of June 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the Saint Francis Wood area is the $2.03 price per square foot 1877 19th Ave Model at 1877 19th Ave, Unit Top Floor in the in the Sunset District neighborhood starting from $3,650. The second greatest value Saint Francis Wood apartment is the 1472 12th Ave Model at 1472 12th Ave, Unit 1472 starting at $4,950 with a $3.09 price per square foot in the Sunset District neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Saint Francis Wood apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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1877 19th Ave, Unit Top Floor | 1877 19th Ave | 3BR,2BA | $2.03 |
1472 12th Ave, Unit 1472 | 1472 12th Ave | 3BR,2BA | $3.09 |
27 Fredson Ct, Unit 27 Fredson Ct | 27 Fredson Ct | 3BR,2BA | $3.60 |
Mt. Sutro Apartments | 2 Bed / 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $3.61 |
126 Holloway Ave, Unit 126 | 126 Holloway Ave | 2BR,1BA | $3.20 |
1459 11th Ave, Unit Classic Victorian 2B | 1459 11th Ave | 2BR,1BA | $4.10 |
1300 26th Avenue | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.78 |
Parkmerced Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath TH | 1BR,1BA | $4.14 |
Lakewood Apartments At Lake Merced | 1Bed 1Bath #2 | 1BR,1BA | $4.35 |
1958 44th Ave, Unit 44thXOrtega | 1958 44th Ave | 2BR,1BA | $3.38 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSaint Francis Wood, San Francisco, CA
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Among neighborhoods in San Francisco, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Saint Francis Wood, San Francisco, CA
Sloat (Commodore) Elementary
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Getting Around the Saint Francis Wood Neighborhood in San Francisco, CA
Walk Score®
88 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
63 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
73 / 100
Excellent Transit
Transit is convenient for most trips
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.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Saint Francis Wood Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Saint Francis Wood?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Saint Francis Wood is at Lakewood Apartments At Lake Merced listed at $2,129.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Saint Francis Wood Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Saint Francis Wood Apartment is $2,395 at 5519 Mission.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Saint Francis Wood Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Saint Francis Wood is starting from $3,195 at Parkmerced Apartments.
What is the most affordable Saint Francis Wood Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Saint Francis Wood Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Parkmerced Apartments and starts from $4,595.
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