Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Del Mar Heights Neighborhood of Del Mar, CA from $1,700 (15 Rentals)

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Los Arboles Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Los Arboles Apartments

399 Stratford CtDel Mar, CA 92014
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Park Place Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Park Place Apartments

13850 Mango DrDel Mar, CA 92014
  • Utilities Included

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property at 3850 Elijah Ct

3850 Elijah Ct

San DiegoCA92130

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Del Mar Heights, Del Mar, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Del Mar Heights Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Del Mar Heights area of San Diego, CA is a Studio unit found at Terraces at Del Mar priced from $2,350. The Club Torrey Pines has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,372. Here are the most affordable Del Mar Heights apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Terraces at Del MarStudioStudio,1BA$2,350
The Club Torrey PinesB11BR,1BA$2,372
Del Mar RidgePinnacle1BR,1BA$2,665
Carmel CreekAzra1BR,1BA$2,877
One Paseo LivingStudio S1Studio,1BA$2,889

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Del Mar Heights, CA

As of October 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the Del Mar Heights area is the $4.61 price per square foot C2 Model at Signature Point in the in the Torrey Hills neighborhood starting from $6,242. The second greatest value Del Mar Heights apartment is the Meridian Model at Carmel Creek starting at $3,419 with a $3.19 price per square foot in the Torrey Hills neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Del Mar Heights apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Signature PointC23BR,2BA$4.61
Carmel CreekMeridian2BR,2BA$3.19
Park Place ApartmentsDefault 2x22BR,2BA$3.22
Del Mar RidgePinnacle1BR,1BA$2.98
AlturaA3 1x11BR,1BA$4.18
One Paseo Living1 X 1 A21BR,1BA$4.95
Beach ColonyBrand New StudioStudio ,1BA$7.23
Terraces at Del MarStudioStudio ,1BA$5.88

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Del Mar Heights, Del Mar, CA

Ranked #2

Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.0
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the Del Mar Heights Neighborhood in Del Mar, CA

Walk Score®

55 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

50 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

20 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Del Mar Heights Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Del Mar Heights?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Del Mar Heights is at Terraces at Del Mar listed at $2,350.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Del Mar Heights Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Del Mar Heights Apartment is $2,372 at The Club Torrey Pines.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Del Mar Heights Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Del Mar Heights is starting from $2,895 at Park Place Apartments.

What is the most affordable Del Mar Heights Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Del Mar Heights Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Carmel Creek and starts from $4,117.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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