
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Avalon Neighborhood of South San Francisco, CA from $2,000 (11 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Avalon area of South San Francisco.


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Village at the Crossing 55+ Senior Community
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Avalon, South San Francisco, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Avalon?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Avalon Studio Apartments | $2,407 | $2,025 | $3,630 |
| Avalon 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,119 | $2,084 | $7,042 |
| Avalon 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,859 | $2,795 | $10,000+ |
| Avalon 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,575 | $3,600 | $5,312 |
| Avalon 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,325 | $4,325 | $4,325 |
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There are currently 11 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Avalon Neighborhood of South San Francisco, CA.
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Cheapest Available Avalon Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Avalon area of San Francisco, CA is a Studio unit found at Serramonte Ridge priced from $2,025. Village at the Crossing 55+ Senior Community has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,135. Here are the most affordable Avalon apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Serramonte Ridge | STD SM | Studio,1BA | $2,025 |
| Village at the Crossing 55+ Senior Community | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,135 |
| Amberwood Apartments | 1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,300 |
| Gatewood Village | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Market | 1BR,1BA | $2,371 |
| Clubview Apartment Homes | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,550 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Avalon, CA
As of March 02, 2026 the best value apartment in the Avalon area is the $2.46 price per square foot 257 East Ave Model at 257 East Ave, Unit 257 East Ave. Apartments in the in the Hungtinton Park neighborhood starting from $2,950. The second greatest value Avalon apartment is the 1066 Model at Avalon San Bruno starting at $4,020 with a $3.77 price per square foot in the Westborough neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Avalon apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 257 East Ave, Unit 257 East Ave. Apartments | 257 East Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.46 |
| Avalon San Bruno | 1066 | 2BR,2BA | $3.77 |
| Gatewood Village | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath Market | 2BR,2BA | $3.48 |
| 915 Grand Ave | 915 Grand Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.95 |
| 362 Alida Way | 2 bed/ 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $3.31 |
| 718 1st Ave, Unit 1 | 718 1st Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.75 |
| Pacifica Park | Evergreen | 1BR,1BA | $3.86 |
| Clubview Apartment Homes | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.49 |
| Village at the Crossing 55+ Senior Community | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.40 |
| Amberwood Apartments | 1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.74 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Avalon Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Avalon?
The cheapest apartment in Avalon is Village at the Crossing 55+ Senior Community which is listed at $2,135, while the average apartment in Avalon costs $4,905.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Avalon?
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 7 regular apartments in Avalon that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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