
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West Portal Neighborhood of San Francisco, CA from $700 (16 Rentals)
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in West Portal?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Portal Studio Apartments | $2,702 | $2,588 | $3,000 |
| West Portal 1 Bedroom Apartments | $4,413 | $2,995 | $5,841 |
| West Portal 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,223 | $3,195 | $7,032 |
| West Portal 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,500 | $4,785 | $6,700 |
| West Portal 4 Bedroom Apartments | $15,294 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 16 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the West Portal Neighborhood of San Francisco, CA.
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Cheapest Available West Portal Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the West Portal area of San Francisco, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at 2400 39th Ave priced from $2,950. Mt. Sutro Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,995. Here are the most affordable West Portal apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2400 39th Ave | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $2,950 |
| Mt. Sutro Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,995 |
| Lakewood Apartments At Lake Merced | 1Bed 1Bath #5 | 1BR,1BA | $3,078 |
| Parkmerced Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath TH | 1BR,1BA | $3,125 |
| Delphine on Diamond | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $4,087 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Portal, CA
As of July 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the West Portal area is the $7.12 price per square foot 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment Model at 660 Clipper in the in the Twin Peaks West neighborhood starting from $6,395. The second greatest value West Portal apartment is the 1 Bed 1 Bath Tower Model at Parkmerced Apartments starting at $3,195 with a $3.97 price per square foot in the Stonestown neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for West Portal apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 660 Clipper | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $7.12 |
| Parkmerced Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath Tower | 1BR,1BA | $3.97 |
| 2400 39th Ave | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $3.69 |
| Lakewood Apartments At Lake Merced | 1Bed 1Bath #5 | 1BR,1BA | $4.08 |
| Sunset Towers | H1R | 1BR,1BA | $8.52 |
| Mt. Sutro Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $4.61 |
| Park West | Plan 1A | 1BR,1BA | $7.12 |
| Delphine on Diamond | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $6.65 |
| 635 Irving St | 635 Irving St | Studio ,1BA | $8.11 |
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Best Local Schools in West Portal, San Francisco, CA
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Lincoln (Abraham) High
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap West Portal Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom West Portal Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom West Portal Apartment is $2,950 at 2400 39th Ave.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom West Portal Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in West Portal is starting from $3,195 at Parkmerced Apartments.
What is the most affordable West Portal Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap West Portal Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Parkmerced Apartments and starts from $4,785.
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