Cheap Homes for Rent in the La Jolla Shores Neighborhood of La Jolla, CA from $1,200 (21 Rentals)

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property at 3989 Nobel Dr

$1,950 - $2,050

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1 To 2 Bedroom Condos for Rent

Available Aug 15

3989 Nobel Dr

San DiegoCA92122
property at 3985 Nobel Dr

$1,950 - $3,295

2 Bedroom, 2.5 Bath Condo for Rent

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3985 Nobel Dr

San DiegoCA92122
property at 3969 Nobel Dr

$1,995 - $3,195

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$1,995 - $3,195

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1 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Aug 8

3969 Nobel Dr

San DiegoCA92122
property at 3965 Nobel Dr

$1,995 - $2,050

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1 To 2 Bedroom Condos for Rent

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3965 Nobel Dr

San DiegoCA92122

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property at 8889 Caminito Plaza Centro

$2,495 - $2,695

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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property at 7425 Charmant Dr

$2,600

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Jul 28

7425 Charmant Dr, Unit 2814

7425 Charmant Dr
San DiegoCA92122
property at 3151 Via Alicante

$2,645 - $2,650

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Aug 1

3151 Via Alicante

La JollaCA92037

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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 Studio unit found at Elan Beachcomber La Jolla priced from $2,295. Allina La Jolla has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,390. Here are the most affordable La Jolla Shores apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Elan Beachcomber La JollaStudioStudio,1BA$2,295
Allina La Jolla1 Bed, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2,390
Axiom La Jolla1 Bed, 1 Bath A1BR,1BA$2,451
Village Square ApartmentsJunior One Bedroom Renovated1BR,1BA$2,462
Veranda La Jolla1X11BR,1BA$2,482

Best Value Apartments for Rent in La Jolla Shores, CA

As of July 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the La Jolla Shores area is the $3.70 price per square foot 2 Bed, 2 Bath with Den D (Jewel Plan - Classic) Model at Regents La Jolla in the in the Torrey Pines neighborhood starting from $4,130. The second greatest value La Jolla Shores apartment is the Pinnacle Model at La Regencia Apartments starting at $2,780 with a $3.16 price per square foot in the Torrey Pines neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for La Jolla Shores apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Regents La Jolla2 Bed, 2 Bath with Den D (Jewel Plan - Classic)2BR,2BA$3.70
La Regencia ApartmentsPinnacle1BR,1BA$3.16
Terraces at La Jolla Village2 Beds 1 Bath (21A)2BR,1BA$3.82
Mirada at La Jolla Colony ApartmentsCordoba (Renovated)1BR,1BA$4.06
La Jolla Blue Apartments1Bed 1Bath 709sf1BR,1BA$3.72
Allina La Jolla1 Bed, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$3.57
Veranda La Jolla1X11BR,1BA$3.83
Costa Verde Village ApartmentsSoledadStudio ,1BA$4.19
Nobel Court1 BR 1 BA Reno1BR,1BA$4.43
Axiom La Jolla1 Bed, 1 Bath A1BR,1BA$4.63

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Frequently Asked Questions about La Jolla Shores

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

There are currently 155 Apartments for Rent in La Jolla Shores, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,800 to $14,732. There are also 180 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in La Jolla Shores ranging from $1,200 to $95,000.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in La Jolla Shores ranges from $1,200 to $95,000 with an average monthly rent of $23,690.

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

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in La Jolla Shores range from $4,625 to $10,238, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $3,995 to $39,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $5,795 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $10,000.

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