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West Portal, San Francisco, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available West Portal Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the West Portal area of San Francisco, CA is a Studio unit found at Lakewood Apartments At Lake Merced priced from $2,129. HQ has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,199. Here are the most affordable West Portal apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Lakewood Apartments At Lake MercedStudio XStudio,1BA$2,129
HQStudio E1EStudio,1BA$2,199
Franciscana ApartmentsPenthouse StudioStudio,1BA$2,275
The Fillmore CenterThe MarinaStudio,1BA$2,322
5519 Mission1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2,395

Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Portal, CA

As of June 16, 2025 the best value apartment in the West Portal 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 West Portal 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 West Portal 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
The Fillmore CenterThe Skyline2BR,2BA$4.27
1300 26th Avenue1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$3.78
8 Museum Way, Unit 88 Museum Way1BR,1BA$4.27
Parkmerced Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath TH1BR,1BA$4.14
1958 44th Ave, Unit 44thXOrtega1958 44th Ave2BR,1BA$3.38

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Frequently Asked Questions about West Portal

What type of rentals are currently available in West Portal?

There are currently 1751 Apartments for Rent in West Portal, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,000 to $9,250. There are also 68 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in West Portal ranging from $1,300 to $22,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in West Portal?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in West Portal ranges from $1,300 to $22,500 with an average monthly rent of $6,412.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in West Portal?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in West Portal range from $2,990 to $7,950, 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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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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