Cheap Homes for Rent in Upper Hermosa Neighborhood of La Jolla, CA from $1,200 (12 Rentals)

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1775 Diamond St

San DiegoCA92109

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Upper Hermosa, La Jolla, CA Local Guide

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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Apartments on Cass St.StudioStudio,1BA$1,695
Pacific Beach ShoresOne Bedroom One Bathroom1BR,1BA$1,860
1360 Hornblend St1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2,000
Casa Linda Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$2,195
WELCOME HOMEOne Bedroom - One Bath1BR,1BA$2,300

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Upper Hermosa, CA

As of February 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Upper Hermosa area is the $4.14 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 $5,270. 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Casas by the SeaNorte Large 2BR - (2x2G) - "D"2BR,2BA$4.14
JEWELL SREET2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$3.12
1220 Pacific Beach DrSand and Sea Property2BR,2BA$4.18
1704 Hornblend St2x2B2BR,2BA$4.80
DRIFT PB1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$4.61
WELCOME HOMEOne Bedroom - One Bath1BR,1BA$3.54
1360 Hornblend St1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$3.33
Pacific Beach ShoresOne Bedroom One Bathroom1BR,1BA$3.43
Apartments on Cass St.StudioStudio ,1BA$3.39
Casa Linda Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$4.39

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Upper Hermosa, La Jolla, CA

Ranked #8

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

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Frequently Asked Questions about Upper Hermosa

What type of rentals are currently available in Upper Hermosa?

There are currently 792 Apartments for Rent in Upper Hermosa, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,695 to $31,416. There are also 150 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Upper Hermosa ranging from $1,245 to $85,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Upper Hermosa?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Upper Hermosa ranges from $1,245 to $85,000 with an average monthly rent of $18,128.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Upper Hermosa?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Upper Hermosa range from $3,775 to $14,608, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $4,950 to $29,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $6,250 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $10,000.

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