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Cheap Apartments in San Diego, CA

1 - 30 of 479 Results
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$1,000 - 1,271
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Victory on Paseo
5505-25 Lindo Paseo San Diego, CA
3 - 5 BR | Aug. 17, 2025
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Furnished
Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Student
Air Conditioning
14
3D Tour
$1,694
Mesa Village
5265 Clairemont Mesa Blvd San Diego, CA
Studio | Available Now
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Luxury
Air Conditioning
20
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$1,925 - 1,930
Mira Monte
Deal
10360 Maya Linda Rd San Diego, CA
Studio | Available Now
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Balcony/Deck/Patio
10
$1,950
Canyonwood Apartments
1830 Upas St San Diego, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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20
$1,450 - 1,825
The Presidio Apartments
3350 Rosecrans St San Diego, CA
Studio - 1 BR | Available Now
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1
$1,995
Beautifully renovated 8-unit Apartment Community in Bankers Hill!!!
2265-71 Curlew St. & 425-431 W. Juniper St. San Diego, CA
1 BR | Dec. 23, 2024
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Park West
1
$1,795
E Street
2967-69 E St San Diego, CA
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4
3D Tour
$1,010
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Private Bedroom in Spacious Mira Mesa Home Near Breen Neighborhood Park
Deal
9089 Dewsbury Ave San Diego, CA
1 BR | Jan. 27, 2025
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14
$1,795
Cs - 3185 Madison
3185 Madison Ave San Diego, CA
Studio | Available Now
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Adams North
8
$1,895
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2421 E St San Diego, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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1
$1,895 - 1,995
Aztec Pacific Apartments
6623-63 Montezuma Rd San Diego, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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1
$1,800
Bridgeview Apartments
2925-2945 Broadway San Diego, CA
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1
$1,999
Jade Apartments
843 13th St San Diego, CA
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1
$1,895
Secoya Apartments
3067 5th Ave San Diego, CA
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2
$1,950
The V Tower
2341 Ulric St San Diego, CA
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Pool
3
$1,829
Agave
4421 48th St San Diego, CA
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Talmadge
1
$1,975
The Club House
1555 Satellite Blvd San Diego, CA
1 BR | Jan. 10, 2025
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0
$2,025
Palm Terrace
4654 33Rd St San Diego, CA
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Adams North
1
$2,000
3960 Kansas St
San Diego, CA
1 BR | Jan. 1, 2025
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12
$1,995
2033 2037 1/2 Grand Ave
San Diego, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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13
$1,795
R4155
4155 Georgia St San Diego, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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12
$1,995
4116 Oregon Street
4116 Oregon St San Diego, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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2
$2,000
Welcome To Casa Blanca Apartments! Experience Spanish-inspired Living In Banker's Hill, San Diego!
401-423 E Juniper Street & 2241 4th Avenue San Diego, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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Banker's Hill
8
$1,695
Euclid Oaks
2975-2985 Euclid Ave San Diego, CA
1 BR | Jan. 11, 2025
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Swan Canyon
7
$1,950 - 1,995
Le Jaime- Brand New Units, Best Location, Designer Interiors, Luxury Lifestyle.
4820-4880 Clairemont Mesa Blvd San Diego, CA
Studio | Jan. 7, 2025
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6
$1,895 - 2,025
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901-919 Turquoise St San Diego, CA
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$1,995
906 Tenth Avenue 920 E Street
San Diego, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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Downtown San Diego
5
$1,750
4218 46th St
San Diego, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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Teralta East
5
$1,650 - 1,850
Utah Street Apartments
4019 Utah St San Diego, CA
Studio - 1 BR | Available Now
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$825 - 1,999
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Fifty Twenty-Five
4.0
5025 Collwood Boulevard San Diego, CA
Studio - 4 BR | Available Now
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College West
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How many cheap apartments are available in San Diego, CA on Rentable.co?

There are 479 cheap apartments in San Diego currently available for rent on Rentable.co.

What is the average rent for a cheap apartment in San Diego, CA?

The average monthly rent for a cheap apartment in San Diego is about $200.

How many studio cheap apartments are available in San Diego?

Rentable.co has 17 studio cheap apartments available for rent in San Diego.

How many one-bedroom cheap apartments are available in San Diego?

Rentable.co has 359 one-bedroom cheap apartments available for rent in San Diego.

How many two-bedroom cheap apartments are available in San Diego?

Rentable.co has 314 two-bedroom cheap apartments available for rent in San Diego.

Can I afford a cheap apartment in San Diego, CA?

To comfortably afford a cheap apartment in San Diego based on average rent prices, a household would need an annual income of $8,000.

Which neighborhoods have the most cheap apartments for rent in San Diego, CA?

  1. Adams North
  2. Harborview
  3. Kearny Mesa
  4. Chollas View
  5. Normal Heights

Cheap Apartments in San Diego, CA: December Rental Information

Welcome to the December 2024 San Diego Apartment Report. In this assessment of the local rental market, Rentable data scientists and rental experts break down the December 2024 key findings and figures for the San Diego rental landscape.

Our experts analyze the inventory trends for cheap apartments in San Diego — overall market rent-distribution, availability by bedroom count, and month-over-month comparisons — to provide you with valuable insights. With this summary, you can explore available features and amenities, as well as location options for cheap apartments in San Diego. Whether you're seeking a studio or a multi-bedroom unit, our comprehensive report will help you make an informed decision about your next apartment in San Diego. Stay tuned for the latest data on affordable rentals in the area.
0 22 45 67 90 <$1,700 $1,760 $1,880 $2,000 $2,120 $2,240 $2,360 $2,480 $2,600 $2,720 $2,840 $2,960 $3,080 $3,200 $3,320 $3,440 $3,560
This month, the typical cost to rent a one-bedroom apartment in San Diego stands at $2,300, with the majority falling between $1,700 and $3,550. Out of the 8,379 one-bedroom apartments currently on the market in San Diego, 6 are priced below $400, accounting for 0% of the total available one-bedroom units in San Diego.

Available Cheap Apartments: San Diego vs. Surrounding Areas

San Diego, CA
La Mesa, CA
El Cajon, CA
20
4
3
The chart above displays the number of available cheap apartments in San Diego, CA and its surrounding cities as of December 2024. The cities included in the analysis are National City, Chula Vista, Poway, Coronado, Del Mar, San Marcos, El Cajon, Encinitas, Escondido, Santee, Solana Beach, Imperial Beach, La Mesa, Lemon Grove, Alpine, La Jolla, Ocean Beach, Ramona, Bonita, Carmel Valley, Lakeside, Rancho Santa Fe, San Ysidro, Tierrasanta, San, Jamul, Lake San Marcos, San Margarita, Leucadia, and Spring Valley. In the San Diego metro area, there is a total of 34 cheap apartments currently on the market. This information provides prospective renters with insight into the availability of affordable housing options in the area.

Cheap Apartments Now vs. Last Month: San Diego and Surrounding Areas

City Cheap Apartments in December M/M % Change
San Diego, CA 20 +1.05%
La Mesa, CA 4 +1.11%
El Cajon, CA 4 +1.3%
Escondido, CA 1 +0.83%
Lakeside, CA 1 +1.0%
Ramona, CA 1 +1.0%
Coronado, CA 1 +1.33%
Imperial Beach, CA 1 +1.4%
Spring Valley, CA 0 0.0%
National City, CA 0 +1.5%

Looking for Cheap Apartments in San Diego?

Available cheap apartments 791
Top amenities Fitness Center, Dishwasher, Balcony/Deck/Patio, In Unit Laundry, Clubhouse
Pet friendly 13
Furnished 2
Studio 6
1 Bedroom 13
2 Bedroom 10
Square footage 49 - 1,608

Where are Cheap San Diego Apartments?

Top Neighborhoods Adams north, Harborview, Kearny mesa, Chollas view, Normal heights
Adams North 2
Harborview 1
Kearny Mesa 1
Chollas View 1
Normal Heights 1
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