Cheap Apartments for Rent in the La Jolla Alta Neighborhood of La Jolla, CA from $500 (29 Rentals)

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The Leland II
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Leland II

6229-6237 La Jolla BlvdLa Jolla, CA 92037

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Turquoise Place
2 Bedroom Apartments

Turquoise Place

891 Turquoise StSan Diego, CA 92109

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The Pacific Lamont
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Pacific Lamont

4040 Lamont StSan Diego, CA 92109
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Grand Avenue Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Grand Avenue Apartments

2202-2248 Grand AveSan Diego, CA 92109
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Bay Palms Apartment
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Bay Palms Apartment

2201-2233 Grand AveSan Diego, CA 92109
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2166 Grand Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

2166 Grand Ave

2166 Grand AveSan Diego, CA 92109
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Cedar Shores
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Cedar Shores

2151 Oliver AveSan Diego, CA 92109
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4117 1/2 Ingraham St.
2 Bedroom Apartments

4117 1/2 Ingraham St.

4105-4123 Ingraham StSan Diego, CA 92109
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Sail Bay Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Sail Bay Apartments

1327 Pacific Beach DrSan Diego, CA 92109

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Mission Bay Towers
2 Bedroom Apartments

Mission Bay Towers

4323 Mission Bay DrSan Diego, CA 92109
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The Cove PB
Studio Apartments

The Cove PB

901-919 Turquoise StSan Diego, CA 92109
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1128 Felspar Street
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

1128 Felspar Street

1128 Felspar StSan Diego, CA 92109
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Casa Frida
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Casa Frida

1530 Chalcedony StSan Diego, CA 92109
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Pico Apartments
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Pico Apartments

4639 Pico StSan Diego, CA 92109
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4702 Mission Blvd
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

4702 Mission Blvd

4702 Mission BlvdSan Diego, CA 92109

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Bahia Jewell
1 Bedroom Apartments

Bahia Jewell

4430 Jewell StSan Diego, CA 92109
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La Jolla Alta, La Jolla, CA Local Guide

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 Studio unit found at Sail Bay Apartments priced from $1,795. Pacific Beach Shores has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,860. Here are the most affordable La Jolla Alta apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Sail Bay ApartmentsStudio - UpstairsStudio,1BA$1,795
Pacific Beach ShoresOne Bedroom One Bathroom1BR,1BA$1,860
Pacific Bay Club ApartmentsSoledadStudio,1BA$1,880
Pacific Beach Dr - FULLY FURNISHED1442BStudio,1BA$2,150
Avaz Pacific Beach1 x 11BR,1BA$2,195
Villa Monair1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2,295
Del Rey Apartments1x11BR,1BA$2,295
Emerald Manor ApartmentsBeautiful 2br Apt Home in PB2BR,1BA$2,495
4256 Noyes St2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$2,575
Catalina Pacific Apartments1514212BR,1BA$2,695

Best Value Apartments for Rent in La Jolla Alta, CA

As of November 01, 2025 the best value apartment in the La Jolla Alta area is the $3.03 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Model at 4256 Noyes St in the in the Bay Ho neighborhood starting from $2,575. The second greatest value La Jolla Alta apartment is the 2128 Balboa Ave Model at 2128 Balboa Ave, Unit 1 starting at $2,950 with a $3.58 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
4256 Noyes St2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$3.03
2128 Balboa Ave, Unit 12128 Balboa Ave2BR,1BA$3.58
Emerald Manor ApartmentsBeautiful 2br Apt Home in PB2BR,1BA$3.04
Mara Pacific BeachA06.11BR,1BA$3.96
Elan BayloftsTwo Bedroom, One Bath2BR,1BA$4.13
Catalina Pacific Apartments1514212BR,1BA$3.59
Villa Monair1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$3.27
Elan Pacific Lofts2/1 - 700 sq/ft2BR,1BA$4.14
Pacific Beach ShoresOne Bedroom One Bathroom1BR,1BA$3.43
Pacific Bay Club ApartmentsSoledadStudio ,1BA$3.96

Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

From the lounge to the laundry room, understand your rights and responsibilities in shared apartment spaces. Get tips on pet rules, noise, and security.

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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
La Jolla Alta, La Jolla, CA

Ranked #9

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

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3.0
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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 $2,695.

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 $10,534.

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.

How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in La Jolla Alta?

Cheap apartments in La Jolla Alta have an average cost of $268 which is $10,266 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in La Jolla Alta.

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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Top 10 Most Affordable Neighborhoods in San Diego: A Local Real Estate Expert Guide

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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

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.