
Cheap Homes for Rent in West Portal Neighborhood of San Francisco, CA from $1,000 (10 Rentals)
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124 Ellington Ave
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4757 Mission St, Unit 5
West Portal, San Francisco, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in West Portal?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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West Portal 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,949 | $2,500 | $9,250 |
West Portal 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,546 | $3,800 | $10,000+ |
West Portal 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $7,137 | $5,100 | $10,000+ |
West Portal 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $18,250 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 10 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 Studio unit found at Lakewood Apartments At Lake Merced priced from $2,129. Parkmerced Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,145. Here are the most affordable West Portal apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Lakewood Apartments At Lake Merced | Studio X | Studio,1BA | $2,129 |
Parkmerced Apartments | Studio Tower | Studio,1BA | $2,145 |
Franciscana Apartments | Penthouse Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,275 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Portal, CA
As of July 11, 2025 the best value apartment in the West Portal area is the $2.03 price per square foot 1877 19th Ave Model at 1877 19th Ave, Unit Top Floor in the in the Sunset District neighborhood starting from $3,650. The second greatest value West Portal apartment is the 126 Holloway Ave Model at 126 Holloway Ave, Unit 126 starting at $3,150 with a $3.15 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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1877 19th Ave, Unit Top Floor | 1877 19th Ave | 3BR,2BA | $2.03 |
126 Holloway Ave, Unit 126 | 126 Holloway Ave | 2BR,1BA | $3.15 |
1395 Masonic Ave | Masonic 1 bed | 1BR,1BA | $1.85 |
Lakewood Apartments At Lake Merced | 1 bedroom 1 bathroom #3 | 1BR,1BA | $4.38 |
20 Niagara Ave, Unit 2 | 20 Niagara Ave | 1BR,1BA | $3.38 |
Mt. Sutro Apartments | 1 bedroom/1 bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $4.61 |
460 Monterey Boulevard | 1 Bedroom Apt | 1BR,1BA | $4.33 |
Parkmerced Apartments | Studio Tower | Studio ,1BA | $4.12 |
1958 44th Ave, Unit 44thXOrtega | 1958 44th Ave | 2BR,1BA | $4.40 |
439 Judah St, Unit 439 | 439 Judah St | 1BR,1BA | $4.68 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about West Portal
What type of rentals are currently available in West Portal?
There are currently 1753 Apartments for Rent in West Portal, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,200 to $8,500. There are also 59 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in West Portal ranging from $1,095 to $20,000.
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 $1,095 to $20,000 with an average monthly rent of $6,834.
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 $3,650 to $8,500, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $3,800 to $10,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $5,100 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,580.
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