
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Lower Hermosa Neighborhood of La Jolla, CA from $500 (32 Rentals)
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The Tides

The Leland II

The Leland I

1141 Silverado St

Pacific Beach Shores

930 Thomas Ave, Unit 6
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Elan Beachlofts

1157 Grand Ave, Unit 1157

1049 Felspar St, Unit 24

4970-4970 Cass St

935 Genter St

1360-1364.5-13645 Pacific Beach Dr

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Elan Pacific Lofts

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1322 Garnet Ave, Unit 201
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1059 Turquoise St

Turquoise Place

1128 Felspar Street

The Cove PB

Casa Frida

4702 Mission Blvd

1360 Hornblend St

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Viking Pacific

1435 Felspar St

Diamond Street

1133 Grand Ave

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1327 Grand Ave

911 Missouri St
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Lower Hermosa, La Jolla, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Lower Hermosa?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lower Hermosa Studio Apartments | $3,379 | $1,800 | $5,500 |
| Lower Hermosa 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,883 | $1,968 | $10,000+ |
| Lower Hermosa 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,208 | $3,095 | $10,000+ |
| Lower Hermosa 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,676 | $4,800 | $8,950 |
| Lower Hermosa 4 Bedroom Apartments | $15,832 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 32 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Lower Hermosa Neighborhood of La Jolla, CA.
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Cheapest Available Lower Hermosa Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Lower Hermosa area of San Diego, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Pacific Beach Shores priced from $1,968. Elan Beachlofts has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,390. Here are the most affordable Lower Hermosa apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pacific Beach Shores | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,968 |
| Elan Beachlofts | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,390 |
| The Leland II | Studio - 6225 | Studio,1BA | $2,525 |
| The Leland I | ADU-Studio-yard | Studio,1BA | $2,695 |
| Elan Pacific Lofts | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $3,095 |
| Oceanhouse on Prospect | Sunrise | 1BR,1BA | $5,349 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lower Hermosa, CA
As of August 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Lower Hermosa area is the $11.43 price per square foot Coast Model at Oceanhouse on Prospect in the in the La Jolla Alta neighborhood starting from $8,549. The second greatest value Lower Hermosa apartment is the 2x1 Model at Elan Pacific Lofts starting at $3,095 with a $4.42 price per square foot in the Bay Ho neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Lower Hermosa apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oceanhouse on Prospect | Coast | 1BR,1BA | $11.43 |
| Elan Pacific Lofts | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $4.42 |
| 827 Missouri St, Unit 1/2 | 827 Missouri St | 1BR,1BA | $6.46 |
| Pacific Beach Shores | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.62 |
| Elan Beachlofts | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $5.62 |
| The Leland II | Studio - 6225 | Studio ,1BA | $6.54 |
| The Leland I | ADU-Studio-yard | Studio ,1BA | $8.29 |
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Best Local Schools in Lower Hermosa, La Jolla, CA
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How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Lower Hermosa Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Lower Hermosa Apartment is $1,968 at Pacific Beach Shores.
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