Cheap Homes for Rent in Northern San Diego Neighborhood of La Jolla, CA from $1,100 (10 Rentals)

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8328 Regents Rd

San DiegoCA92122

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Northern San Diego, La Jolla, CA Local Guide

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 1 Bed unit found at Pacific Gardens Genesee priced from $2,295. Torrey Pines Village has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,300. Here are the most affordable Northern San Diego apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Pacific Gardens Genesee1 Bedroom / 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2,295
Torrey Pines Village1x1 AR1BR,1BA$2,300
Village Square ApartmentsJunior One Bedroom Renovated1BR,1BA$2,356

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Northern San Diego, CA

As of September 11, 2025 the best value apartment in the Northern San Diego area is the $3.37 price per square foot Montecito Model at Towers at Costa Verde in the in the Torrey Pines neighborhood starting from $5,010. 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 $3,795 with a $3.14 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Towers at Costa VerdeMontecito3BR,2BA$3.37
Regents La Jolla2 Bed, 2 Bath E (Opal Plan - Renovated)2BR,2BA$3.14
3989 Nobel Dr, Unit 3583989 Nobel Dr2BR,2.5BA$3.00
Allina La Jolla2 Bed, 2 Bath A2BR,2BA$3.14
Terraces at La Jolla Village2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$3.82
Pacific Gardens Genesee2 Bedroom / 1 Bath2BR,1BA$3.61
Whispering Pines1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$3.42
La Jolla Nobel1 Bed 1 Bath B (4249)1BR,1BA$3.85
Torrey Pines Village1x1 AR1BR,1BA$3.43
3915 Nobel Dr, Unit 93915 Nobel Dr1BR,1BA$3.83

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Northern San Diego, La Jolla, CA

Ranked #5

Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Northern San Diego

What type of rentals are currently available in Northern San Diego?

There are currently 57 Apartments for Rent in Northern San Diego, CA with pricing that ranges from $2,215 to $9,725. There are also 63 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Northern San Diego ranging from $1,100 to $6,450.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Northern San Diego?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Northern San Diego ranges from $1,100 to $6,450 with an average monthly rent of $3,741.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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