
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Upper Hermosa Neighborhood of La Jolla, CA from $500 (24 Rentals)
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The Tides

Apartments on Cass St.

1239 Hornblend St

Pacific Beach Shores

931 Grand Ave

Total Monthly Price
Pacific Beach Dr - FULLY FURNISHED
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1141 Silverado St

930 Thomas Ave

WELCOME HOME

Casas by the Sea

Elan Baylofts

1111 Torrey Pines Rd

Turquoise Place

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4117 1/2 Ingraham St.

1128 Felspar Street

The Cove PB

Casa Frida

1360 Hornblend St

4702 Mission Blvd

Bahia Jewell

Viking Pacific
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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 | $2,557 | $1,695 | $4,490 |
| Upper Hermosa 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,527 | $1,860 | $8,343 |
| Upper Hermosa 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,843 | $2,895 | $10,000+ |
| Upper Hermosa 3 Bedroom Apartments | $7,634 | $3,775 | $10,000+ |
| Upper Hermosa 4 Bedroom Apartments | $21,954 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 24 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 $1,695. 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 | $1,695 |
| Pacific Beach Shores | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,860 |
| Pacific Beach Dr - FULLY FURNISHED | 1442B | Studio,1BA | $2,000 |
| WELCOME HOME | One Bedroom - One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,250 |
| Sail Bay Apartments | 2br/1ba - Downstairs | 2BR,1BA | $2,895 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Upper Hermosa, CA
As of March 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the Upper Hermosa area is the $3.93 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 $4,995. 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 | Norte Large 2BR - (2x2G) - "D" | 2BR,2BA | $3.93 |
| JEWELL SREET | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $3.12 |
| 830 Felspar St, Unit 830 Felspar Street | 830 Felspar St | 2BR,1BA | $4.47 |
| 1220 Pacific Beach Dr | Sand and Sea Property | 2BR,2BA | $4.18 |
| Elan Baylofts | Two Bedroom, One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $4.06 |
| DRIFT PB | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $4.61 |
| WELCOME HOME | One Bedroom - One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.46 |
| Pacific Beach Shores | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.43 |
| Apartments on Cass St. | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.39 |
| Pacific Beach Dr - FULLY FURNISHED | 1442B | Studio ,1BA | $4.21 |
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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 $3,428.
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 $28,566.
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 4 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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