Cheap Homes for Rent in Saint Francis Wood Neighborhood of San Francisco, CA from $1,000 (15 Rentals)

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2300 Cecilia Ave

San FranciscoCA94116

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646 Corbett Ave

San FranciscoCA94114

Saint Francis Wood, San Francisco, CA Local Guide

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 Westlake Apartments priced from $1,945. Lakewood Apartments At Lake Merced has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,129. Here are the most affordable Saint Francis Wood apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Westlake ApartmentsS2-PStudio,1BA$1,945
Lakewood Apartments At Lake MercedStudio XStudio,1BA$2,129
HQStudio E1EStudio,1BA$2,199
Franciscana ApartmentsPenthouse StudioStudio,1BA$2,275
5519 Mission1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2,395

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Saint Francis Wood, CA

As of June 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the Saint Francis Wood area is the $3.09 price per square foot 1472 12th Ave Model at 1472 12th Ave, Unit 1472 in the in the Sunset District neighborhood starting from $4,950. The second greatest value Saint Francis Wood apartment is the 27 Fredson Ct Model at 27 Fredson Ct, Unit 27 Fredson Ct starting at $4,680 with a $3.60 price per square foot in the Lakeside neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Saint Francis Wood apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1472 12th Ave, Unit 14721472 12th Ave3BR,2BA$3.09
27 Fredson Ct, Unit 27 Fredson Ct27 Fredson Ct3BR,2BA$3.60
Mt. Sutro Apartments2 Bed / 2 Bath2BR,2BA$3.61
126 Holloway Ave, Unit 126126 Holloway Ave2BR,1BA$3.20
1459 11th Ave, Unit Classic Victorian 2B1459 11th Ave2BR,1BA$4.10
1300 26th Avenue1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$3.78
Parkmerced Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath TH1BR,1BA$4.14
Lakewood Apartments At Lake Merced1Bed 1Bath #21BR,1BA$4.35
1958 44th Ave, Unit 44thXOrtega1958 44th Ave2BR,1BA$3.38
2712 Judah St, Unit 2712 Judah2712 Judah St1BR,1BA$4.42

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Frequently Asked Questions about Saint Francis Wood

What type of rentals are currently available in Saint Francis Wood?

There are currently 1381 Apartments for Rent in Saint Francis Wood, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,000 to $9,250. There are also 73 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Saint Francis Wood ranging from $1,000 to $12,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Saint Francis Wood?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Saint Francis Wood ranges from $1,000 to $12,000 with an average monthly rent of $5,034.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Saint Francis Wood?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Saint Francis Wood range from $2,990 to $7,400, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $3,800 to $12,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $5,100 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $5,600.

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