Cheap Apartments for Rent in the San Francisco State University Neighborhood of San Francisco, CA from $2,400 (24 Rentals)

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Ventana Residences
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$2,850 - $2,978
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$2,850 - $2,978

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Studio Apartments Available Jul 30

Ventana Residences

99 Ocean AveSan Francisco, CA 94112
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Summit 800
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Summit 800

700 Brotherhood WaySan Francisco, CA 94132

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310 Arballo Drive
2 Bedroom Apartments

310 Arballo Drive

310 Arballo DrSan Francisco, CA 94132
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3025 21th Ave
Studio Apartments

3025 21th Ave

3025 21th AveSan Francisco, CA 94132
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330 W Portal Ave
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

330 W Portal Ave

330 W Portal AveSan Francisco, CA 94127
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225-227 Dorado Tr.
3 Bedroom Apartments

225-227 Dorado Tr.

225-227 Dorado Tr.San Francisco, CA 94112

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415 Winston Dr
Studio Apartments

415 Winston Dr

415 Winston DrSan Francisco, CA 94132
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111 Eucalyptus Dr
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

111 Eucalyptus Dr

111 Eucalyptus DrSan Francisco, CA 94132
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398 W Portal Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

398 W Portal Ave

398 W Portal AveSan Francisco, CA 94127
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Villas Park Merced
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Villas Park Merced

750 Gonzalez DrSan Francisco, CA 94132
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Westlake Apartments
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$2,406 - $4,296
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Westlake Apartments

331 Park Plaza DrDaly City, CA 94015
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Cheapest Available San Francisco State University Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the San Francisco State University area of San Francisco, CA is a Studio unit found at Westlake Apartments priced from $2,426. Juniper has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,461. Here are the most affordable San Francisco State University apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Westlake ApartmentsS1-EStudio,1BA$2,426
JuniperS2-PStudio,1BA$2,461
Mt. Sutro ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,995
Lakewood Apartments At Lake Merced1Bed 1Bath #51BR,1BA$3,078
Parkmerced Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath TH1BR,1BA$3,125

Best Value Apartments for Rent in San Francisco State University, CA

As of July 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the San Francisco State University area is the $3.97 price per square foot 1 Bed 1 Bath Tower Model at Parkmerced Apartments in the in the Stonestown neighborhood starting from $3,195. The second greatest value San Francisco State University apartment is the 1Bed 1Bath #5 Model at Lakewood Apartments At Lake Merced starting at $3,078 with a $4.08 price per square foot in the Stonestown neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for San Francisco State University apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Parkmerced Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath Tower1BR,1BA$3.97
Lakewood Apartments At Lake Merced1Bed 1Bath #51BR,1BA$4.08
Sunset TowersH1R1BR,1BA$8.52
Mt. Sutro ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$4.61
Delphine on DiamondOne Bedroom One Bathroom1BR,1BA$6.65
JuniperS2-PStudio ,1BA$5.57
Westlake ApartmentsS1-EStudio ,1BA$5.63

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap San Francisco State University Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom San Francisco State University Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom San Francisco State University Apartment is $2,791 at Juniper.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom San Francisco State University Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in San Francisco State University is starting from $3,195 at Parkmerced Apartments.

What is the most affordable San Francisco State University Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap San Francisco State University Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Parkmerced Apartments and starts from $4,785.

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