
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Upper Hermosa Neighborhood of La Jolla, CA from $500 (22 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Upper Hermosa area of La Jolla.


1239 Hornblend St

1141 Silverado St

Apartments on Cass St.

Pacific Beach Shores
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4449 Ocean Blvd

Pacific Beach Dr - FULLY FURNISHED

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Upper Hermosa, La Jolla, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Upper Hermosa?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Upper Hermosa Studio Apartments | $2,505 | $1,695 | $4,490 |
| Upper Hermosa 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,186 | $1,860 | $8,850 |
| Upper Hermosa 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,402 | $2,695 | $8,913 |
| Upper Hermosa 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,830 | $3,775 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 22 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Upper Hermosa Neighborhood of La Jolla, CA.
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Cheapest Available Upper Hermosa Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Upper Hermosa area of San Diego, CA is a Studio unit found at Apartments on Cass St. priced from $1,795. Pacific Beach Shores has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,860. Here are the most affordable Upper Hermosa apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apartments on Cass St. | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,795 |
| Pacific Beach Shores | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,860 |
| Pacific Beach Dr - FULLY FURNISHED | 1442B | Studio,1BA | $2,150 |
| Casa Linda Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,195 |
| Ocean Palms Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $2,695 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Upper Hermosa, CA
As of December 23, 2025 the best value apartment in the Upper Hermosa area is the $5.15 price per square foot Wrelton Dr. House 3x2 Model at Casas by the Sea in the in the La Jolla Alta neighborhood starting from $7,199. The second greatest value Upper Hermosa apartment is the 2BR/2.0BA Model at JEWELL SREET starting at $3,428 with a $3.12 price per square foot in the Bay Ho neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Upper Hermosa apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Casas by the Sea | Wrelton Dr. House 3x2 | 3BR,2BA | $5.15 |
| JEWELL SREET | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $3.12 |
| 1676 Chalcedony St, Unit #4 | 1676 Chalcedony St | 2BR,2BA | $4.53 |
| Elan Baylofts | Two Bedroom, One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $3.86 |
| 1704 Hornblend St | 2x2B | 2BR,2BA | $4.87 |
| 1812 Hornblend St, Unit F | 1812 Hornblend St | 1BR,1BA | $4.15 |
| Pacific Beach Shores | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.43 |
| Casa Linda Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $4.39 |
| Apartments on Cass St. | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.59 |
| Pacific Beach Dr - FULLY FURNISHED | 1442B | Studio ,1BA | $4.53 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Upper Hermosa Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Upper Hermosa?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Upper Hermosa is under $3,595.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Upper Hermosa?
The cheapest apartment in Upper Hermosa is Pacific Beach Shores which is listed at $1,860, while the average apartment in Upper Hermosa costs $14,821.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Upper Hermosa?
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 Upper Hermosa that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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