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3440 Lebon Dr
San DiegoCA92122
8545 Villa La Jolla Dr
San DiegoCA92037
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San DiegoCA92117
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La Jolla, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent a home in La Jolla?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| La Jolla 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,612 | $1,895 | $10,000+ |
| La Jolla 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $10,481 | $3,995 | $10,000+ |
| La Jolla 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $21,542 | $4,800 | $10,000+ |
| La Jolla 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $27,872 | $8,200 | $10,000+ |
| La Jolla 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $39,125 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
| La Jolla 7 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $25,949 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available La Jolla Apartments for Rent and Nearby
The cheapest available apartment rental in La Jolla, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Pacific Beach Shores in the La Jolla Alta neighborhood priced from $1,860. Pacific Bay Club Apartments in the Clairemont neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,880. Here is today’s list of the most affordable La Jolla apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pacific Beach Shores | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,860 |
| Pacific Bay Club Apartments | Soledad | Studio,1BA | $1,880 |
| Cedar Shores | Studio B | Studio,1BA | $2,007 |
| Ingraham - La Playa Point LP | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $2,095 |
| Avaz Pacific Beach | 1 x 1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,099 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in La Jolla, CA and Nearby
As of April 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the La Jolla area is the $2.98 price per square foot Lakeview Model at Del Mar Ridge in the in the Torrey Hills neighborhood starting from $4,249. The second greatest value La Jolla apartment is the Plan 6 Model at Torrey Villas Apartment Homes starting at $3,580 with a $2.88 price per square foot in the Torrey Pines neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for La Jolla apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Del Mar Ridge | Lakeview | 3BR,2BA | $2.98 |
| Torrey Villas Apartment Homes | Plan 6 | 2BR,2BA | $2.88 |
| La Jollan Apartments | Townhouse | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.71 |
| Westwood Apartment Homes | Plan D | 2BR,2BA | $3.07 |
| Elan Terraza La Jolla | 2/2 - 900 sq/ft | 2BR,2BA | $3.27 |
| Whispering Pines | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $3.36 |
| La Regencia Apartments | Pinnacle | 1BR,1BA | $3.32 |
| Costa Verde Village Apartments | Pinnacle | 1BR,1BA | $3.17 |
| The Pacific at Mission Bay | 155111A- Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $3.03 |
| Villa Monair | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.20 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in La Jolla?
There are currently 1354 Apartments for Rent in La Jolla, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,695 to $23,263. There are also 326 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in La Jolla ranging from $1,700 to $85,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in La Jolla?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in La Jolla ranges from $1,700 to $85,000 with an average monthly rent of $17,106.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in La Jolla?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in La Jolla range from $3,595 to $16,205, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $3,995 to $42,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $4,800 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $6,995.
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