Cheap Homes for Rent in the La Jolla Heights Neighborhood of La Jolla, CA from $950 (21 Rentals)

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property at 4454 Eastgate Mall
$950

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$950

Total Monthly Price$950
3 Bedroom, 2.5 Bath Condo for Rent
Available Oct 1
Furnished

4454 Eastgate Mall, Unit 8

4454 Eastgate Mall
San DiegoCA92121
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property at 3969 Nobel Dr
$1,996 - $2,895

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$1,996 - $2,895

Total Monthly Price$1,996 - $2,895
1 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Condo for Rent
Available Now
Furnished

3969 Nobel Dr

San DiegoCA92122
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property at 3965 Nobel Dr
$2,095

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$2,095

Total Monthly Price$2,095
1 To 2 Bedroom Condos for Rent
Available Now
Furnished

3965 Nobel Dr

San DiegoCA92122
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property at 3520 Lebon Dr
$2,400

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$2,400

Total Monthly Price$2,400
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent
Available Oct 1
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3520 Lebon Dr, Unit 5221

3520 Lebon Dr
San DiegoCA92122
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property at 8644 Via Mallorca
$2,400

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$2,400

Total Monthly Price$2,400
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent
Available Sep 15
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8644 Via Mallorca, Unit D

8644 Via Mallorca
San DiegoCA92037
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property at 3927 Nobel Dr
$2,600

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$2,600

Total Monthly Price$2,600
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent
Available Oct 1
Furnished

3927 Nobel Dr, Unit 70

3927 Nobel Dr
San DiegoCA92122
  • Smoke Free
property at 8521 Villa La Jolla Dr
$2,650

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Base Rent$2,650

Total Monthly Price$2,650
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent
Available Now
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8521 Villa La Jolla Dr, Unit VIlla La Jolla

8521 Villa La Jolla Dr
La JollaCA92037
property at 3935 Nobel Dr
$2,675

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Base Rent$2,675

Total Monthly Price$2,675
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent
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3935 Nobel Dr, Unit 117

3935 Nobel Dr
San DiegoCA92122
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property at 7565 Charmant Dr
$2,590 - $2,675
1 Bedroom Rentals
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7565 Charmant Dr

San DiegoCA92122
property at 7405 Charmant Dr
$2,695 - $3,300
1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals
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7405 Charmant Dr

San DiegoCA92122
property at 4025 Porte La Paz
$2,700
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Rentals
Available Now
Affordability

117

4025 Porte La Paz
San DiegoCA92122

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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 Studio unit found at Elan Beachcomber La Jolla priced from $2,195. La Jolla Blue Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,224. Here are the most affordable La Jolla Heights apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Elan Beachcomber La JollaStudioStudio,1BA$2,195
La Jolla Blue Apartments1Bed 1 Bath 687sf1BR,1BA$2,224
Allina La Jolla1 Bed, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2,473
Veranda La JollaStudio CStudio,1BA$2,474
La Jolla Riviera1 Bedroom Apartment1BR,1BA$2,500

Best Value Apartments for Rent in La Jolla Heights, CA

As of September 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the La Jolla Heights area is the $2.81 price per square foot Belmont I Model at La Regencia Apartments in the in the Torrey Pines neighborhood starting from $3,575. The second greatest value La Jolla Heights apartment is the 2Bed 2Bath 981sf Model at La Jolla Blue Apartments starting at $3,401 with a $3.47 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.
La Regencia ApartmentsBelmont I2BR,2BA$2.81
La Jolla Blue Apartments2Bed 2Bath 981sf2BR,2BA$3.47
Towers at Costa Verde ApartmentsSouth Tower Regency1BR,1BA$3.97
Terraces at La Jolla Village2 Beds 1 Bath (21A)2BR,1BA$3.82
3021 Luna Ave2x1 New Construction2BR,1BA$3.75
Elan - Terraza La Jolla1x11BR,1BA$4.06
3521 Clairemont Mesa Blvd, Unit 35213521 Clairemont Mesa Blvd2BR,1BA$4.24
Allina La Jolla1 Bed, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$3.79
La Jolla Nobel1 Bed 1 Bath A (4149)1BR,1BA$4.01
La Jolla Riviera1 Bedroom Apartment1BR,1BA$4.22

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La Jolla Heights, La Jolla, CA

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Frequently Asked Questions about La Jolla Heights

What type of rentals are currently available in La Jolla Heights?

There are currently 147 Apartments for Rent in La Jolla Heights, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,800 to $15,756. There are also 171 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in La Jolla Heights ranging from $950 to $95,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in La Jolla Heights?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in La Jolla Heights ranges from $950 to $95,000 with an average monthly rent of $10,936.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in La Jolla Heights?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in La Jolla Heights range from $3,950 to $7,615, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $950 to $39,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $5,750 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $10,000.

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