
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the La Jolla Alta Neighborhood of La Jolla, CA from $500 (26 Rentals)
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1141 Silverado St

Pacific Beach Shores

2780 Powhatan Ave

Bayview Apartments

Apartments on Cass St.
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2222 1/2 Grand Ave

2172 Felspar St

Del Rey Apartments

363 Playa Del Sur St

Turquoise Place

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2720 Figueroa Blvd

The Pacific Lamont

Bay Palms Apartment

2166 Grand Ave

Cedar Shores

4117 1/2 Ingraham St.
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The Cove PB

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1128 Felspar Street

Casa Frida

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4702 Mission Blvd

Bahia Jewell
La Jolla Alta, La Jolla, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in La Jolla Alta?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| La Jolla Alta Studio Apartments | $2,868 | $1,550 | $4,490 |
| La Jolla Alta 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,930 | $1,860 | $8,850 |
| La Jolla Alta 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,100 | $2,200 | $10,000+ |
| La Jolla Alta 3 Bedroom Apartments | $7,374 | $3,775 | $10,000+ |
| La Jolla Alta 4 Bedroom Apartments | $12,848 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available La Jolla Alta Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the La Jolla Alta area of San Diego, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Pacific Beach Shores priced from $1,860. Apartments on Cass St. has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,995. Here are the most affordable La Jolla Alta apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pacific Beach Shores | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,860 |
| Apartments on Cass St. | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,995 |
| Del Rey Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,099 |
| Pacific Bay Club Apartments | Pinnacle | 1BR,1BA | $2,185 |
| Casa Linda Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,195 |
| Villa Monair | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,250 |
| Avaz Pacific Beach | 1 x 1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,295 |
| WELCOME HOME | One Bedroom - One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,350 |
| Emerald Manor Apartments | Beautiful 2br Apt Home in PB | 2BR,1BA | $2,395 |
| Catalina Pacific Apartments | 151421 | 2BR,1BA | $2,495 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in La Jolla Alta, CA
As of January 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the La Jolla Alta area is the $3.23 price per square foot B14.1 Model at Mara Pacific Beach in the in the Clairemont neighborhood starting from $4,465. The second greatest value La Jolla Alta apartment is the 2BR/2.0BA Model at JEWELL SREET starting at $3,428 with a $3.12 price per square foot in the Bay Ho neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for La Jolla Alta apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mara Pacific Beach | B14.1 | 2BR,2BA | $3.23 |
| JEWELL SREET | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $3.12 |
| Pacific Beach Dr - FULLY FURNISHED | 1440 | 2BR,1BA | $3.35 |
| 4256 Noyes St | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.94 |
| Emerald Manor Apartments | Beautiful 2br Apt Home in PB | 2BR,1BA | $2.92 |
| Catalina Pacific Apartments | 151421 | 2BR,1BA | $3.33 |
| Villa Monair | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.21 |
| Pacific Bay Club Apartments | Pinnacle | 1BR,1BA | $3.36 |
| Del Rey Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.50 |
| Pacific Beach Shores | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.43 |
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Best Local Schools in La Jolla Alta, La Jolla, CA
Pacific Beach Elementary
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap La Jolla Alta Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in La Jolla Alta?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in La Jolla Alta is under $2,495.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in La Jolla Alta?
The cheapest apartment in La Jolla Alta is Pacific Beach Shores which is listed at $1,860, while the average apartment in La Jolla Alta costs $12,848.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in La Jolla Alta?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 2 regular apartments in La Jolla Alta that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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