2230 Quintara St
San FranciscoCA94116
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West Portal Neighborhood of San Francisco, CA from $700 (18 Rentals)
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1494 19th Ave
San FranciscoCA94122
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126 Holloway Ave, Unit studio, Unit studio
126 Holloway AveSan Francisco, CA 94112
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1379 19th Ave, Unit A, Unit A
1379 19th AveSan Francisco, CA 94122
2255 Market St
San FranciscoCA94114
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Lakewood Apartments At Lake Merced
515 John Muir DrSan Francisco, CA 94132
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$2,490 - $5,800Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Parkmerced Apartments
3711 19th AveSan Francisco, CA 94132
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730 Stanyan
700-730 Stanyan StSan Francisco, CA 94117
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2550 Irving
2550 Irving StSan Francisco, CA 94122
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1100 Ocean Avenue
1100-1140 Ocean AveSan Francisco, CA 94112
263 Ralston St
San FranciscoCA94132
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191 Frederick St
191 Frederick StSan Francisco, CA 94117
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1567 19th Ave
1567 19th AveSan Francisco, CA 94122
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2221 Judah St
2221 Judah StSan Francisco, CA 94122
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3475 16th St
3475 16th StSan Francisco, CA 94114
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1495 7th Avenue
1495 7th AveSan Francisco, CA 94122
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Farallone
117 Farallones StSan Francisco, CA 94112
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740 Monterey Blvd
740 Monterey BlvdSan Francisco, CA 94127
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West Portal, San Francisco, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in West Portal?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Portal Studio Apartments | $2,415 | $1,850 | $2,981 |
| West Portal 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,369 | $2,400 | $5,052 |
| West Portal 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,082 | $2,975 | $6,900 |
| West Portal 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,824 | $3,995 | $7,000 |
| West Portal 4 Bedroom Apartments | $16,468 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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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 Parkmerced Apartments priced from $2,490. Lakewood Apartments At Lake Merced has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,878. Here are the most affordable West Portal apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Parkmerced Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath TH | 1BR,1BA | $2,490 |
| Lakewood Apartments At Lake Merced | 1 bedroom 1 bathroom #3 | 1BR,1BA | $2,878 |
| Mt. Sutro Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,995 |
| Avalon Ocean Avenue | A1-834 | 1BR,1BA | $3,770 |
| Delphine on Diamond | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $3,893 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Portal, CA
As of April 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the West Portal area is the $3.53 price per square foot 3 Bed 2.5 Bath TH Model at Parkmerced Apartments in the in the Stonestown neighborhood starting from $4,945. The second greatest value West Portal apartment is the 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment Model at 1300 26th Avenue starting at $4,895 with a $5.52 price per square foot in the Sunset District 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. |
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| Parkmerced Apartments | 3 Bed 2.5 Bath TH | 3BR,2.5BA | $3.53 |
| 1300 26th Avenue | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $5.52 |
| Ventana Residences | ntab20m | 2BR,2BA | $5.12 |
| Avalon Ocean Avenue | A1-834 | 1BR,1BA | $4.52 |
| Sunset Towers | F1R | 1BR,1BA | $6.74 |
| Lakewood Apartments At Lake Merced | 1 bedroom 1 bathroom #3 | 1BR,1BA | $4.38 |
| Mt. Sutro Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $4.61 |
| Delphine on Diamond | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $6.33 |
| 126 Holloway Ave, Unit studio | 126 Holloway Ave | Studio ,1BA | $4.11 |
| 1379 19th Ave, Unit A | 1379 19th Ave | 1BR,1BA | $6.32 |
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Best Local Schools in West Portal, San Francisco, CA
West Portal Elementary
San Francisco Unified School District
Public School - Grades K-5 (588)
7 out of 10
Lincoln (Abraham) High
San Francisco Unified School District
Public School - Grades 9-12 (2074)
9 out of 10
Hoover (Herbert) Middle
San Francisco Unified School District
Public School - Grades 6-8 (963)
6 out of 10
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap West Portal Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in West Portal?
The cheapest apartment in West Portal is Parkmerced Apartments which is listed at $2,490, while the average apartment in West Portal costs $16,468.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in West Portal?
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 17 regular apartments in West Portal that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in West Portal?
Cheap apartments in West Portal have an average cost of $604 which is $15,864 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in West Portal.
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