
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the La Jolla Alta Neighborhood of La Jolla, CA from $500 (67 Rentals)
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1261 Prospect St

La Jolla House Apartments

The Tides

The Leland I

The Leland II

4395 Jutland Dr

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Cedar Shores

Pacific Beach Shores

Bayview Apartments
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Villa Monair

1360 Hornblend St

1141 Silverado St

1049 Felspar St

The Mayer @PB

4208 Fanuel St

Del Rey Apartments

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St. George Manor

1633-1639 Hornblend St

Elan Baylofts
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4036 Shasta St

The Pacific at Mission Bay

Elan Beachlofts

Emerald Manor Apartments

2266 Grand Ave, Unit 22

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2146 Felspar St, Unit 2146

2141 Balboa Ave

5968 Carnegie St

Turquoise Place

Swiss Chalet Apartments
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2720 Figueroa Blvd

The Pacific Lamont

Bay Palms Apartment

4117 1/2 Ingraham St.

Mission Bay Towers

The Cove PB

1128 Felspar Street

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Casa Frida

Sail Bay Apartments
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Pacific Beach Dr - FULLY FURNISHED

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4702 Mission Blvd

Pacific Bay Club Apartments

Avaz Pacific Beach

Bahia Jewell

4404 Bond St

Diamond Park Apartments

848 1/2 Emerald St

Grand Avenue Apartments
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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 | $2,499 | $1,672 | $5,500 |
| La Jolla Alta 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,923 | $1,860 | $8,636 |
| La Jolla Alta 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,190 | $2,200 | $10,000+ |
| La Jolla Alta 3 Bedroom Apartments | $7,672 | $3,445 | $10,000+ |
| La Jolla Alta 4 Bedroom Apartments | $22,448 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 67 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the La Jolla Alta Neighborhood of La Jolla, CA.
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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. 1128 Felspar St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,895. 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 |
| 1128 Felspar St | STU | Studio,1BA | $1,895 |
| 1360 Hornblend St | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,000 |
| Cedar Shores | Studio B | Studio,1BA | $2,004 |
| The Mayer at PB | Studio| G3| Floor 2 | Studio,1BA | $2,095 |
| Avaz Pacific Beach | 1 x 1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,099 |
| Del Rey Apartments | 3455 Del Rey Street | 1BR,1BA | $2,195 |
| Villa Monair | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,245 |
| Pacific Bay Club Apartments | Pinnacle | 1BR,1BA | $2,310 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in La Jolla Alta, CA
As of June 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the La Jolla Alta area is the $3.27 price per square foot 2BR/2.0BA Model at Pacific Plaza Apartments in the in the Bay Ho neighborhood starting from $3,594. The second greatest value La Jolla Alta apartment is the 155111B- Upgrade Model at The Pacific at Mission Bay starting at $2,395 with a $2.84 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pacific Plaza Apartments | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $3.27 |
| The Pacific at Mission Bay | 155111B- Upgrade | 1BR,1BA | $2.84 |
| Emerald Manor Apartments | Beautiful 2br Apt Home in PB | 2BR,1BA | $3.04 |
| Villa Monair | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.20 |
| Pacific Bay Club Apartments | Pinnacle | 1BR,1BA | $3.55 |
| 1360 Hornblend St | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.33 |
| Pacific Beach Shores | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.43 |
| Avaz Pacific Beach | 1 x 1 | 1BR,1BA | $4.13 |
| Del Rey Apartments | 3455 Del Rey Street | 1BR,1BA | $4.39 |
| Cedar Shores | Studio B | Studio ,1BA | $4.55 |
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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 the Cheapest Studio apartment in La Jolla Alta?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in La Jolla Alta is at 1128 Felspar St listed at $1,895.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom La Jolla Alta Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom La Jolla Alta Apartment is $1,860 at Pacific Beach Shores.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom La Jolla Alta Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in La Jolla Alta is starting from $2,495 at Emerald Manor Apartments.
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