
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Northern San Diego Neighborhood of La Jolla, CA from $1,665 (28 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Northern San Diego area of La Jolla.


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Canyon Park

3969 Nobel Dr

3989 Nobel Dr, Unit #356 Private Room+Bath

3967 Nobel Dr

Pacific Gardens Genesee

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Torrey Pines Village
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Whispering Pines

3520 Lebon Dr, Unit 5221

Veranda La Jolla

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Axiom La Jolla

3927 Nobel Dr, Unit 70
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La Jolla Crossroads Apartments

3935 Nobel Dr, Unit 117

Nobel Court

3520 Lebon Dr

3550 Lebon Dr

Costa Verde Village Apartments
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3915 Nobel Dr

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Mirada at La Jolla Colony Apartments

9260 Towne Centre Dr

Allina La Jolla

7565 Charmant Dr

7445 Charmant Dr
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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 | $2,573 | $2,215 | $2,794 |
| Northern San Diego 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,030 | $2,295 | $5,910 |
| Northern San Diego 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,194 | $2,795 | $9,175 |
| Northern San Diego 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,301 | $3,950 | $7,615 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 28 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 Veranda La Jolla priced from $2,474. Allina La Jolla has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,575. Here are the most affordable Northern San Diego apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Veranda La Jolla | Studio C | Studio, 1BA | $2,474 |
| Allina La Jolla | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR, 1BA | $2,575 |
| La Jolla Nobel | 1 Bed 1 Bath A (4149) | 1BR, 1BA | $2,605 |
| Mirada at La Jolla Colony Apartments | Madrid (Renovated) | 1BR, 1BA | $2,838 |
| La Jolla Crossroads Apartments | Chianti | 1BR, 1BA | $2,850 |
| La Jolla Canyon Apartments | Catalina | 2BR, 1BA | $3,110 |
| Towers at Costa Verde Apartments | South Tower Catalina | 1BR, 1BA | $3,200 |
| Axiom La Jolla | 2 Bed, 2 Bath F | 2BR, 2BA | $3,506 |
| Costa Verde Village Apartments | Newport | 2BR, 2BA | $3,745 |
| Regents Court | Pahoa Island | 2BR, 2BA | $4,348 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Northern San Diego, CA
As of September 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the Northern San Diego area is the $4.42 price per square foot 2B-10B Upgraded Model at The Jewel at LUX in the Torrey Pines neighborhood starting from $9,175. The second greatest value Northern San Diego apartment is the South Tower Montecito Model at Towers at Costa Verde Apartments in the Torrey Pines neighborhood starting at $5,085 with a $3.59 price per square foot. 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-10B Upgraded | 2BR, 2BA | $4.42 |
| Towers at Costa Verde Apartments | South Tower Montecito | 3BR, 2BA | $3.59 |
| Costa Verde Village Apartments | Ventura | 3BR, 2BA | $3.76 |
| Regents Court | Pahoa Island | 2BR, 2BA | $3.87 |
| Axiom La Jolla | 2 Bed, 2 Bath F | 2BR, 2BA | $3.77 |
| La Jolla Crossroads Apartments | Chianti | 1BR, 1BA | $3.31 |
| La Jolla Canyon Apartments | Catalina | 2BR, 1BA | $3.89 |
| Allina La Jolla | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR, 1BA | $3.95 |
| La Jolla Nobel | 1 Bed 1 Bath A (4149) | 1BR, 1BA | $4.01 |
| Mirada at La Jolla Colony Apartments | Madrid (Renovated) | 1BR, 1BA | $4.47 |
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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 $4,348.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Northern San Diego?
The cheapest apartment in Northern San Diego is Veranda La Jolla which is listed at $2,499, while the average apartment in Northern San Diego costs $3,264.
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 6 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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