What is the average rent in Parkmerced?

The median asking rent in Parkmerced is $3,395/mo across 64 available listings in Fairway's index. Current residents pay a median of $2,353/mo (Census estimate), which includes long-held leases.

How much is a 1-bedroom vs a 2-bedroom in Parkmerced?

A one-bedroom in Parkmerced runs about $2,885/mo and a two-bedroom about $3,395/mo, from live listings across our index.

What income do I need to rent in Parkmerced?

At the 30% rule, the $3,395/mo median asking rent in Parkmerced takes about $135,800 a year in gross income. Landlords typically ask for 2.5–3× the monthly rent.

How many people rent in Parkmerced?

95% of Parkmerced's 9,429 residents rent rather than own.

How many rentals are available in Parkmerced right now?

64 rentals are available in Parkmerced right now, across the 10 rental properties Fairway tracks there, refreshed continuously across our listing sources.

Is Parkmerced cheaper than the rest of SF Bay Area?

By what current residents pay (Census estimates), Parkmerced's $2,353/mo median is 11% below the SF Bay Area average; the comparison table above shows asking rents for 8 alternatives.

Apartments for rent in Parkmerced, priced and graded.

Median asking rent in Parkmerced is $3,395/mo across 64 available listings. Current residents pay a median of $2,353/mo (Census estimate) — 11% below the SF Bay Area average and 68% above the national one. 95% of the 9,429 people here rent. Fairway tracks 10 Parkmerced properties across 9 sources, refreshed hourly.

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How much is rent in Parkmerced?

A one-bedroom in Parkmerced runs $2,885/mo and a two-bedroom $3,395/mo, from live listings across our index.

No. of beds	Median	% of rentals	Units available	Find places
Studio	$2,175/mo	2%	1	Find places →
1 Bedroom	$2,885/mo	20%	13	Find places →
2 Bedroom	$3,395/mo	53%	34	Find places →
3+ Bedroom	$5,125/mo	25%	16	Find places →

Medians: live listings in Fairway's rental index for Parkmerced, computed at page load. Availability refreshed continuously.

Rent affordability

Household income

$/yr

Comfortable is the 30% rule; landlords here typically require 2.5–3× the monthly rent in gross income. Parkmerced's $3,395/mo median asking rent sits in your out of range range.

Who rents in Parkmerced

Census Rent Data

Rent Distribution

How much residents in Parkmerced pay in rent (Census data).

Under $500

$500–$999

$1,000–$1,499

$1,500–$1,999

21%

$2,000+

63%

Is Parkmerced a good place to live?

Yes: Parkmerced grades A overall — strongest on walkability, weakest on housing.

Neighborhood Grades

Public SchoolsA-

Cost of LivingD+

Safety—

NightlifeA+

Outdoor ActivitiesA

WalkabilityA+

Compare Nearby Neighborhoods

NeighborhoodAsking rentListings availableOverall

Parkmerced$3,39510A

Stonestown—1A+

Merced Heights—2A

Ingleside Terraces—1A

Ingleside—0A

Merced Manor—2A+

Balboa Terrace—0A+

Mt. Davidson Manor—0A

Outer Mission$4,3504B+

Demographics & Diversity

Population, age distribution, and diversity breakdown for Parkmerced.

Population9,429

Median Income$70K

Asian

35%

Hispanic

28%

White

23%

Black

Two or More

Commute & Transportation

How residents of Parkmerced get to work.

Drive Alone41%

Walk/Bike15%

Work from Home20%

Housing Stock

Types of Housing

Housing type and age distribution in Parkmerced.

Home Types

Large Apt Building

57%

Townhouse

20%

Small Apt Building

18%

Single Family

Mobile Home

Home Age

2000–Present

1980–1999

1960–1979

12%

1940–1959

73%

Before 1939

Schools

Elementary Schools (2)

Jose Ortega Elementary

K-5 · 374 students

25:1

B+

Lakeshore Alternative Elementary School

K-5 · 421 students

21:1

High Schools (1)

A+

Lowell High School

9-12 · 2,540 students

20:1

Renting in Parkmerced, explained

What is the average rent in Parkmerced?: The median asking rent in Parkmerced is $3,395/mo across 64 available listings in Fairway's index. Current residents pay a median of $2,353/mo (Census estimate), which includes long-held leases.
How much is a 1-bedroom vs a 2-bedroom in Parkmerced?: A one-bedroom in Parkmerced runs about $2,885/mo and a two-bedroom about $3,395/mo, from live listings across our index.
Is Parkmerced a good place to live?: Yes: Parkmerced grades A overall — strongest on walkability, weakest on housing.
What income do I need to rent in Parkmerced?: At the 30% rule, the $3,395/mo median asking rent in Parkmerced takes about $135,800 a year in gross income. Landlords typically ask for 2.5–3× the monthly rent.
How many people rent in Parkmerced?: 95% of Parkmerced's 9,429 residents rent rather than own.
How many rentals are available in Parkmerced right now?: 64 rentals are available in Parkmerced right now, across the 10 rental properties Fairway tracks there, refreshed continuously across our listing sources.
Is Parkmerced cheaper than the rest of SF Bay Area?: By what current residents pay (Census estimates), Parkmerced's $2,353/mo median is 11% below the SF Bay Area average; the comparison table above shows asking rents for 8 alternatives.

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