
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the La Jolla Alta Neighborhood of La Jolla, CA from $500 (32 Rentals)
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2313-2315 Grand Ave

2515 Curie Pl

Apartments on Cass St.

1239 Hornblend St

Bayview Apartments

Pacific Beach Shores

931 Grand Ave
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2142-48 Oliver Ave

2236 Grand Ave

2230 Grand Ave

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Pacific Beach Dr - FULLY FURNISHED

Villa Monair

1141 Silverado 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.

1128 Felspar Street

Mission Bay Towers
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Casa Frida

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4702 Mission Blvd

1360 Hornblend St

Avaz Pacific Beach

Bahia Jewell
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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 | $2,394 | $1,400 | $4,490 |
| La Jolla Alta 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,911 | $1,550 | $8,343 |
| La Jolla Alta 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,202 | $2,200 | $10,000+ |
| La Jolla Alta 3 Bedroom Apartments | $7,374 | $3,775 | $10,000+ |
| La Jolla Alta 4 Bedroom Apartments | $19,273 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 32 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 Studio unit found at Apartments on Cass St. priced from $1,695. Cedar Shores has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,725. Here are the most affordable La Jolla Alta apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apartments on Cass St. | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,695 |
| Cedar Shores | Studio A Affordable | Studio,1BA | $1,725 |
| Pacific Beach Shores | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,860 |
| Pacific Bay Club Apartments | Soledad | Studio,1BA | $1,880 |
| Pacific Beach Dr - FULLY FURNISHED | 1442B | Studio,1BA | $2,000 |
| Avaz Pacific Beach | 1 x 1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,095 |
| Villa Monair | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,095 |
| Catalina Pacific Apartments | 151411- Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $2,195 |
| Del Rey Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,195 |
| WELCOME HOME | One Bedroom - One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,250 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in La Jolla Alta, CA
As of March 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the La Jolla Alta area is the $3.12 price per square foot 2BR/2.0BA Model at JEWELL SREET in the in the Bay Ho neighborhood starting from $3,428. The second greatest value La Jolla Alta apartment is the 2 Bedroom 2 Bath Model at Villa Monair starting at $2,910 with a $3.23 price per square foot in the Clairemont 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| JEWELL SREET | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $3.12 |
| Villa Monair | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $3.23 |
| The Pacific at Mission Bay | 155111A- Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $3.27 |
| Emerald Manor Apartments | Beautiful 2br Apt Home in PB | 2BR,1BA | $3.16 |
| Catalina Pacific Apartments | 2x1 Renovated | 2BR,1BA | $3.46 |
| Grand Avenue Apartments | Renovated One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.46 |
| WELCOME HOME | One Bedroom - One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.46 |
| Del Rey Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.66 |
| Pacific Beach Shores | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.43 |
| Apartments on Cass St. | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.39 |
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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 $2,250.
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 $20,772.
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 4 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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