
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Northern San Diego Neighborhood of La Jolla, CA from $1,600 (27 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Northern San Diego area of La Jolla.


8324 Regents Rd, Unit 1 MS. BDR. in 2 PRIVATE BEDROOMS CONDO, Unit 1 MS. BDR. in 2 PRIVATE BEDROOMS CONDO

4175 Executive Dr, Unit 4th Fl

3969 Nobel Dr

3979 Nobel Dr, Unit #312 Private bedroom/Bath, Unit #312 Private bedroom/Bath

3975 Nobel Dr, Unit #290 Private Room+Bath, Unit #290 Private Room+Bath
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Canyon Park

Veranda La Jolla

3440 Lebon Dr

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Torrey Pines Village

Pacific Gardens Genesee

3440 Lebon Dr, Unit Grnd Flr, Unit Grnd Flr
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La Jolla View

La Jolla Terrace

Whispering Pines

8889 Caminito Plaza Centro, Unit Villa Vicenza, Unit Villa Vicenza

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Axiom La Jolla
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Nobel Court

La Jolla Nobel

3927 Nobel Dr

Allina La Jolla

Mirada at La Jolla Colony Apartments

8308 Regents Rd
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Northern San Diego, La Jolla, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Northern San Diego?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northern San Diego Studio Apartments | $2,720 | $2,230 | $4,280 |
| Northern San Diego 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,909 | $1,800 | $5,719 |
| Northern San Diego 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,985 | $2,795 | $8,125 |
| Northern San Diego 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,869 | $3,958 | $7,781 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 27 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Northern San Diego Neighborhood of La Jolla, CA.
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Cheapest Available Northern San Diego Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Northern San Diego area of San Diego, CA is a Studio unit found at Canyon Park priced from $2,223. Allina La Jolla has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,227. Here are the most affordable Northern San Diego apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Canyon Park | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,223 |
| Allina La Jolla | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,227 |
| Mirada at La Jolla Colony Apartments | Seville (Renovated) | 1BR,1BA | $2,276 |
| Veranda La Jolla | Studio F | Studio,1BA | $2,294 |
| Pacific Gardens Genesee | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,345 |
| Village Square Apartments | Junior One Bedroom Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $2,400 |
| Axiom La Jolla | 1 Bed, 1 Bath A | 1BR,1BA | $2,576 |
| La Jolla Nobel | 1 Bed 1 Bath B (4249) | 1BR,1BA | $2,595 |
| Nobel Court | 1 BR 1 BA Reno | 1BR,1BA | $2,619 |
| Costa Verde Village Apartments | Pinnacle | 1BR,1BA | $2,735 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Northern San Diego, CA
As of May 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the Northern San Diego area is the $3.75 price per square foot 2B-4 Model at The Jewel at LUX in the in the Torrey Pines neighborhood starting from $5,390. The second greatest value Northern San Diego apartment is the 2 Bed, 2 Bath E (Opal Plan - Renovated) Model at Regents La Jolla starting at $4,221 with a $3.49 price per square foot in the Torrey Pines neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Northern San Diego apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Jewel at LUX | 2B-4 | 2BR,2BA | $3.75 |
| Regents La Jolla | 2 Bed, 2 Bath E (Opal Plan - Renovated) | 2BR,2BA | $3.49 |
| Costa Verde Village Apartments | Pinnacle | 1BR,1BA | $3.17 |
| La Jolla Crossroads Apartments | Medici | 1BR,1BA | $3.45 |
| La Jolla Nobel | 1 Bed 1 Bath B (4249) | 1BR,1BA | $3.84 |
| Allina La Jolla | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.42 |
| Pacific Gardens Genesee | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.61 |
| Veranda La Jolla | 1X1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.71 |
| Nobel Court | 1 BR 1 BA Reno | 1BR,1BA | $4.51 |
| Mirada at La Jolla Colony Apartments | Seville (Bond) | 1BR,1BA | $4.57 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Northern San Diego Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Northern San Diego?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Northern San Diego is under $2,735.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Northern San Diego?
The cheapest apartment in Northern San Diego is Allina La Jolla which is listed at $2,227, while the average apartment in Northern San Diego costs $5,869.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Northern San Diego?
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 29 regular apartments in Northern San Diego that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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