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3550 Lebon Dr

San DiegoCA92122

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San DiegoCA92109

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San DiegoCA92122

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La Jolla, CA Local Guide

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 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Pacific Beach ShoresOne Bedroom One Bathroom1BR,1BA$1,860
Pacific Bay ClubSoledadStudio,1BA$1,880
Ingraham - La Playa Point LP0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,945
AVA Pacific BeachS1Studio,1BA$2,116
BayStudioStudio,1BA$2,119
Casa Linda Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$2,200
Pacific Gardens Genesee1 Bedroom / 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2,295
Del Rey Apartments1x11BR,1BA$2,295
Avaz Pacific Beach1 x 11BR,1BA$2,295
Elan Beachcomber La JollaStudio - 300 sq/ftStudio,1BA$2,295

Best Value Apartments for Rent in La Jolla, CA and Nearby

As of September 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the La Jolla area is the $2.74 price per square foot B3 2x2.5 Model at Ocean Air in the in the Torrey Pines neighborhood starting from $3,981. The second greatest value La Jolla apartment is the Ventura I Model at La Regencia starting at $4,475 with a $3.09 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Ocean AirB3 2x2.52BR,2.5BA$2.74
La RegenciaVentura I3BR,2BA$3.09
Del Mar RidgeNewport2BR,2BA$2.66
Regents La Jolla2 Bed, 2 Bath E (Opal Plan - Renovated)2BR,2BA$3.14
3989 Nobel Dr, Unit 3583989 Nobel Dr2BR,2.5BA$3.00
La Jolla PaseoHuntington2BR,2BA$2.93
The Pacific at Mission Bay155122A2BR,2BA$3.12
La Jollan ApartmentsTownhouse2BR,1.5BA$2.86
Westwood Apartment HomesPlan C2BR,2BA$3.29
Allina La Jolla2 Bed, 2 Bath A2BR,2BA$3.14

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Frequently Asked Questions about La Jolla

What type of rentals are currently available in La Jolla?

There are currently 1375 Apartments for Rent in La Jolla, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,350 to $22,669. There are also 417 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in La Jolla ranging from $1,100 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 $1,100 to $85,000 with an average monthly rent of $14,128.

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 $3,535 to $22,669, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,650 to $29,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,540 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $6,995.

Expert Rental Resources

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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Written by: Hayden Goldberg

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

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