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La Jolla Heights, La Jolla, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available La Jolla Heights Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the La Jolla Heights area of San Diego, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Canyon Park priced from $2,231. Pacific Gardens Genesee has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,295. Here are the most affordable La Jolla Heights apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Canyon ParkOne Bedroom One Bath1BR,1BA$2,231
Pacific Gardens Genesee1 Bedroom / 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2,295
Mirada at La Jolla Colony ApartmentsMadrid (Bond)1BR,1BA$2,350
Veranda La JollaStudio CStudio,1BA$2,363
La Jolla Canyon ApartmentsPinnacle1BR,1BA$2,365

Best Value Apartments for Rent in La Jolla Heights, CA

As of November 07, 2025 the best value apartment in the La Jolla Heights area is the $3.41 price per square foot Montecito Model at Towers at Costa Verde Apartments in the in the Torrey Pines neighborhood starting from $5,060. The second greatest value La Jolla Heights apartment is the Ventura I Model at La Regencia Apartments starting at $4,450 with a $3.07 price per square foot in the Torrey Pines neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for La Jolla Heights apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Towers at Costa Verde ApartmentsMontecito3BR,2BA$3.41
La Regencia ApartmentsVentura I3BR,2BA$3.07
La Jollan ApartmentsTownhouse2BR,1.5BA$2.71
La Jolla Nobel2 bed 1 bath B (4249)2BR,1BA$3.86
Terraces at La Jolla Village2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$3.82
Regents La Jolla1 Bed, 1 Bath A (Ruby Plan - Renovated)1BR,1BA$3.69
La Jolla Blue Apartments1Bed 1Bath 694sf1BR,1BA$3.50
Allina La Jolla1 Bed, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$3.75
Pacific Gardens Genesee1 Bedroom / 1 Bath1BR,1BA$3.53
Village Square ApartmentsOne Bedroom Renovated1BR,1BA$3.85

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

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
La Jolla Heights, La Jolla, CA

Ranked #3

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.0
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the La Jolla Heights Neighborhood in La Jolla, CA

Walk Score®

28 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

47 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

30 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap La Jolla Heights Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in La Jolla Heights?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in La Jolla Heights is at Canyon Park listed at $2,246.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom La Jolla Heights Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom La Jolla Heights Apartment is $2,231 at Canyon Park.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom La Jolla Heights Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in La Jolla Heights is starting from $2,801 at Mirada at La Jolla Colony Apartments.

What is the most affordable La Jolla Heights Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap La Jolla Heights Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at La Regencia Apartments and starts from $4,450.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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

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