
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Muirlands West Neighborhood of La Jolla, CA from $500 (22 Rentals)
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1261 Prospect St

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The Tides

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1141 Silverado St

8490 Via Sonoma

WELCOME HOME

Casas by the Sea

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5051 La Jolla Blvd, Unit 209, Unit 209

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4750 Noyes St

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8155 Camino Del Oro

2609 Pico Pl
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8356 Via Sonoma
Muirlands West, La Jolla, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Muirlands West?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Muirlands West Studio Apartments | $2,862 | $1,695 | $5,500 |
| Muirlands West 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,446 | $2,250 | $5,227 |
| Muirlands West 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,716 | $2,850 | $10,000+ |
| Muirlands West 3 Bedroom Apartments | $9,025 | $3,995 | $10,000+ |
| Muirlands West 4 Bedroom Apartments | $20,892 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Muirlands West Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Muirlands West area of San Diego, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at WELCOME HOME priced from $2,250. Casa Linda Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,599. Here are the most affordable Muirlands West apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| WELCOME HOME | One Bedroom - One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,250 |
| Casa Linda Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,599 |
| La Jollan Apartments | Townhouse | 2BR,1BA | $2,850 |
| DRIFT PB | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $3,095 |
| 801 Pearl Street | D 1 bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $3,450 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Muirlands West, CA
As of April 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Muirlands West area is the $3.77 price per square foot Norte Large 2BR - (2x2G) - "D" Model at Casas by the Sea in the in the La Jolla Alta neighborhood starting from $4,795. The second greatest value Muirlands West apartment is the Townhouse Model at La Jollan Apartments starting at $2,850 with a $2.71 price per square foot in the Bay Ho neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Muirlands West apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Casas by the Sea | Norte Large 2BR - (2x2G) - "D" | 2BR,2BA | $3.77 |
| La Jollan Apartments | Townhouse | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.71 |
| La Jolla West Wind | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $4.78 |
| DRIFT PB | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $4.61 |
| WELCOME HOME | One Bedroom - One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.46 |
| 801 Pearl Street | D 1 bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $6.13 |
| Casa Linda Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $5.20 |
| Girard Lofts | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom - Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $8.18 |
| 1261 Prospect St | 1261 Prospect St | Studio ,1BA | $7.24 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Muirlands West Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Muirlands West?
The cheapest apartment in Muirlands West is WELCOME HOME which is listed at $2,250, while the average apartment in Muirlands West costs $21,223.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Muirlands West?
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 2 regular apartments in Muirlands West that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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