Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Muirlands West Neighborhood of La Jolla, CA from $500 (28 Rentals)

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The Tides
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

The Tides

7431 La Jolla BlvdLa Jolla, CA 92037
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The Leland I
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Leland I

6224-6240 Dowling DrLa Jolla, CA 92037

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Oceans 315
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Oceans 315

315-329 Prospect StLa Jolla, CA 92037
property at 1141 Silverado St
$1,600 - $1,800
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1141 Silverado St

San DiegoCA92037
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WELCOME HOME
$2,295 - $2,395

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Base Rent$2,295 - $2,395

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4776 Lamont StSan Diego, CA 92109
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property at 4025 Porte La Paz
$2,700
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Rentals
Available Sep 10
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4025 Porte La Paz
San DiegoCA92122

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property at 2645 Garnet Ave
$3,000

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2645 Garnet Ave

San DiegoCA92109
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Turquoise Place
2 Bedroom Apartments

Turquoise Place

891 Turquoise StSan Diego, CA 92109
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The Cove PB
Studio Apartments

The Cove PB

901-919 Turquoise StSan Diego, CA 92109
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Pico Apartments
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Pico Apartments

4639 Pico StSan Diego, CA 92109

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Muirlands West, La Jolla, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Muirlands West Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Muirlands West area of San Diego, CA is a Studio unit found at Elan Beachcomber La Jolla priced from $2,195. La Jolla Riviera has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,500. Here are the most affordable Muirlands West apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Elan Beachcomber La JollaStudioStudio,1BA$2,195
La Jolla Riviera1 Bedroom Apartment1BR,1BA$2,500
La Jolla Blue Apartments2Bed 2Bath 961sf2BR,2BA$3,261
The Leland II2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$4,595
Oceanhouse on ProspectSunset2BR,2BA$7,994
1251-1253 Van Nuys3BR/2.0BA3BR,2BA$8,950

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Muirlands West, CA

As of September 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the Muirlands West area is the $5.59 price per square foot 3BR/2.0BA Model at 1251-1253 Van Nuys in the in the Bay Ho neighborhood starting from $8,950. The second greatest value Muirlands West apartment is the Sunset Model at Oceanhouse on Prospect starting at $7,994 with a $7.35 price per square foot in the La Jolla Alta neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Muirlands West apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1251-1253 Van Nuys3BR/2.0BA3BR,2BA$5.59
Oceanhouse on ProspectSunset2BR,2BA$7.35
La Jolla Blue Apartments2Bed 2Bath 981sf2BR,2BA$3.47
The Leland II2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$5.25
La Jolla Riviera1 Bedroom Apartment1BR,1BA$4.22
Elan Beachcomber La JollaStudioStudio ,1BA$7.32

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Muirlands West Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Muirlands West?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Muirlands West is at Elan Beachcomber La Jolla listed at $2,195.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Muirlands West Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Muirlands West Apartment is $2,500 at La Jolla Riviera.

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