
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Del Mar Heights Neighborhood of Del Mar, CA from $1,700 (20 Rentals)
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Terraces at Del Mar

Beach Colony

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328 9th St

Ocean Avenue by the Sea

Park Place Apartments

12362 Carmel Country Rd, Unit 304

The Club Torrey Pines

12283 Carmel Vista Rd, Unit 122, Unit 122
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Carmel Creek

Del Mar Ridge

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Altura

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One Paseo Living

12550 Carmel Creek Rd, Unit 102, Unit 102

3877 Pell Pl
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12530 Carmel Creek Rd

12560 Carmel Creek Rd
Del Mar Heights, Del Mar, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Del Mar Heights?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Del Mar Heights Studio Apartments | $3,305 | $2,950 | $3,819 |
| Del Mar Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,379 | $2,700 | $4,295 |
| Del Mar Heights 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,369 | $3,170 | $8,906 |
| Del Mar Heights 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,908 | $4,249 | $10,000+ |
| Del Mar Heights 4 Bedroom Apartments | $13,918 | $6,995 | $10,000+ |
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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 1 Bed unit found at Terraces at Del Mar priced from $2,700. The Club Torrey Pines has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,799. Here are the most affordable Del Mar Heights apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Terraces at Del Mar | One Bedroom Plan A | 1BR,1BA | $2,700 |
| The Club Torrey Pines | B1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,799 |
| Carmel Creek | Plan 1H + Den | 1BR,1BA | $2,907 |
| Beach Colony | Brand New Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,950 |
| Altura | B1 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $3,170 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Del Mar Heights, CA
As of April 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Del Mar Heights area is the $2.71 price per square foot Newport Model at Del Mar Ridge in the in the Torrey Hills neighborhood starting from $3,525. The second greatest value Del Mar Heights apartment is the 1/2 Model at El Adobe starting at $6,800 with a $5.34 price per square foot in the Del Mar Heights neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Del Mar Heights apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Del Mar Ridge | Newport | 2BR,2BA | $2.71 |
| El Adobe | 1/2 | 1BR,2BA | $5.34 |
| Signature Point | AR | 2BR,2BA | $4.61 |
| Altura | A3 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $4.01 |
| Carmel Creek | Plan 1E | 1BR,1BA | $3.76 |
| Terraces at Del Mar | One Bedroom Plan A | 1BR,1BA | $3.86 |
| The Club Torrey Pines | B1 | 1BR,1BA | $4.27 |
| One Paseo Living | Studio S1 | Studio ,1BA | $5.48 |
| Beach Colony | Brand New Studio | Studio ,1BA | $6.96 |
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
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Best Local Schools in Del Mar Heights, Del Mar, CA
Del Mar Hills Elementary
Torrey Pines High
Carmel Valley Middle
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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 Beach Colony listed at $2,950.
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 $2,700 at Terraces at Del Mar.
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 $3,170 at Altura.
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 $4,459.
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