
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Lower Hermosa Neighborhood of La Jolla, CA from $500 (30 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Lower Hermosa area of La Jolla.


1261 Prospect St

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The Tides

The Leland I

The Leland II

Pacific Beach Shores
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1360 Hornblend St

1141 Silverado St

1049 Felspar St

Elan Beachlofts

Elan Pacific Lofts

520 Pearl St

Turquoise Place
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The Cove PB

1128 Felspar Street

Casa Frida

4702 Mission Blvd

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848 1/2 Emerald St

Viking Pacific
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1452 Grand Ave

1435 Felspar St

1041 Diamond St

1133 Grand Ave

Ocean Palms Apartments

6333 La Jolla Blvd

841 Beryl St
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847 Beryl St

1327 Grand Ave
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 | $3,104 | $2,000 | $5,500 |
| Lower Hermosa 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,615 | $1,860 | $8,636 |
| Lower Hermosa 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,450 | $2,525 | $10,000+ |
| Lower Hermosa 3 Bedroom Apartments | $9,688 | $8,859 | $10,000+ |
| Lower Hermosa 4 Bedroom Apartments | $17,354 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 30 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 $1,860. 1128 Felspar Street has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,895. 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 | $1,860 |
| 1128 Felspar Street | STU | Studio,1BA | $1,895 |
| 1360 Hornblend St | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,000 |
| Viking Pacific | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2,350 |
| 1452 Grand Ave | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2,395 |
| Casa Linda Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,500 |
| The Leland II | Studio - 6225 | Studio,1BA | $2,895 |
| La Jolla West Wind | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $4,900 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lower Hermosa, CA
As of June 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the Lower Hermosa area is the $4.05 price per square foot 2 Bed, 2 Bath G Model at Casas by the Sea in the in the La Jolla Alta neighborhood starting from $4,502. The second greatest value Lower Hermosa apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at La Jolla West Wind starting at $4,900 with a $4.78 price per square foot in the La Jolla Alta 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Casas by the Sea | 2 Bed, 2 Bath G | 2BR,2BA | $4.05 |
| La Jolla West Wind | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $4.78 |
| Viking Pacific | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $3.73 |
| 1360 Hornblend St | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.33 |
| Pacific Beach Shores | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.43 |
| Casa Linda Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $5.00 |
| 1261 Prospect St | 1261 Prospect St | Studio ,1BA | $7.24 |
| The Leland II | Studio - 6227 | Studio ,1BA | $7.63 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Lower Hermosa Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Lower Hermosa?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Lower Hermosa is at 1128 Felspar Street listed at $1,895.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Lower Hermosa Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Lower Hermosa Apartment is $1,860 at Pacific Beach Shores.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Lower Hermosa Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Lower Hermosa is starting from $4,502 at Casas by the Sea.
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