
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the La Jolla Shores Neighborhood of La Jolla, CA from $1,600 (39 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the La Jolla Shores area of La Jolla.


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Village Square Apartments

Casa Linda Apartments

1261 Prospect St

La Jolla House Apartments

The Tides

8680 Via Mallorca F Via

3989 Nobel Dr

3969 Nobel Dr
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1141 Silverado St

3975 Nobel Dr, Unit #290 Private Room+Bath

3965 Nobel Dr

3979 Nobel Dr, Unit #312 Private bedroom/Bath

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3941 Nobel Dr, Unit The Venetian UTC 167

7525 Charmant Dr, Unit 111

Whispering Pines

3937 Nobel Dr, Unit 133

Veranda La Jolla
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Nobel Court

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Axiom La Jolla

7565 Charmant Dr, Unit Verano - La Jolla Colony

3975 Nobel Dr, Unit 303

Costa Verde Village Apartments

3987 Nobel Dr, Unit 337

3520 Lebon Dr

3550 Lebon Dr

3927 Nobel Dr
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Mirada at La Jolla Colony Apartments

Allina La Jolla

8889 Caminito Plaza Centro

3937 Nobel Dr

3939 Nobel Dr

3128 Via Alicante

3440 Lebon Dr

8571 Villa La Jolla Dr

La Jolla Blue Apartments
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3550 Lebon Dr

8356 Via Sonoma

3021 Luna Ave
La Jolla Shores, La Jolla, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in La Jolla Shores?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| La Jolla Shores Studio Apartments | $3,110 | $2,000 | $5,500 |
| La Jolla Shores 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,940 | $2,100 | $8,273 |
| La Jolla Shores 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,939 | $2,850 | $10,000+ |
| La Jolla Shores 3 Bedroom Apartments | $10,586 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 39 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the La Jolla Shores Neighborhood of La Jolla, CA.
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Cheapest Available La Jolla Shores Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the La Jolla Shores area of San Diego, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Mirada at La Jolla Colony Apartments priced from $2,200. Allina La Jolla has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,226. Here are the most affordable La Jolla Shores apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mirada at La Jolla Colony Apartments | Madrid (Bond) | 1BR,1BA | $2,200 |
| Allina La Jolla | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,226 |
| Veranda La Jolla | 1X1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,358 |
| Casa Linda Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,500 |
| Axiom La Jolla | 1 Bed, 1 Bath A | 1BR,1BA | $2,546 |
| La Jolla Blue Apartments | 1Bed 1 Bath 687sf | 1BR,1BA | $2,651 |
| Costa Verde Village Apartments | Pinnacle | 1BR,1BA | $2,785 |
| La Regencia Apartments | Pinnacle | 1BR,1BA | $2,805 |
| Regents Court | San Miguel | 1BR,1BA | $3,069 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in La Jolla Shores, CA
As of June 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the La Jolla Shores area is the $4.78 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Model at La Jolla West Wind in the in the La Jolla Alta neighborhood starting from $4,900. The second greatest value La Jolla Shores apartment is the 2Bed 2Bath 961sf Model at La Jolla Blue Apartments starting at $3,648 with a $3.80 price per square foot in the University City neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for La Jolla Shores apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| La Jolla West Wind | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $4.78 |
| La Jolla Blue Apartments | 2Bed 2Bath 961sf | 2BR,2BA | $3.80 |
| La Regencia Apartments | Pinnacle | 1BR,1BA | $3.19 |
| Costa Verde Village Apartments | Pinnacle | 1BR,1BA | $3.23 |
| Terraces at La Jolla Village | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $3.82 |
| Regents La Jolla | 1 Bed, 1 Bath A (Ruby Plan - Renovated) | 1BR,1BA | $4.40 |
| Mirada at La Jolla Colony Apartments | Cordoba (Renovated) | 1BR,1BA | $3.58 |
| Allina La Jolla | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.41 |
| Veranda La Jolla | 1X1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.78 |
| Axiom La Jolla | 1 Bed, 1 Bath A | 1BR,1BA | $4.94 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap La Jolla Shores Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in La Jolla Shores?
The cheapest apartment in La Jolla Shores is Mirada at La Jolla Colony Apartments which is listed at $2,200, while the average apartment in La Jolla Shores costs $10,586.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in La Jolla Shores?
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 8 regular apartments in La Jolla Shores that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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