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Cheapest Available Mount Helix Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Mount Helix area of San Diego, CA is a Studio unit found at Vista Palms priced from $1,395. Terre at S Lincoln has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,780. Here are the most affordable Mount Helix apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Vista PalmsVista Palms 0+1sStudio,1BA$1,395
Terre at S LincolnPlaza1BR,1BA$1,780
Chateau Du Val Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,795

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mount Helix, CA

As of May 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the Mount Helix area is the $2.27 price per square foot Azul Model at Valle at 9121 Kenwood in the in the Mount Helix neighborhood starting from $2,267. The second greatest value Mount Helix apartment is the 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom (B) Model at Camden Park Apartments starting at $2,400 with a $2.43 price per square foot in the Rancho San Diego neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Mount Helix apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Valle at 9121 KenwoodAzul2BR,2BA$2.27
Camden Park Apartments2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom (B)2BR,2BA$2.43
Volterra Apartments2 x 1 Arezzo A - Renovated2BR,1BA$2.56
Mollison Garden Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$2.46
Valle at 9209 KenwoodEvergreen2BR,1BA$2.52
1010 S Magnolia Ave1010 S Magnolia Ave2BR,1BA$2.49
Oak Valley Apartments2/1 Upstairs with Balcony2BR,1BA$2.54
5121 Dailey CtApartments2BR,1BA$2.55
VillasPalazzo1BR,1BA$2.54
Chateau Du Val Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.49

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Frequently Asked Questions about Mount Helix

What type of rentals are currently available in Mount Helix?

There are currently 459 Apartments for Rent in Mount Helix, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,395 to $10,795. There are also 38 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Mount Helix ranging from $1,350 to $5,800.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Mount Helix?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Mount Helix ranges from $1,350 to $5,800 with an average monthly rent of $3,439.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Mount Helix?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Mount Helix range from $2,795 to $10,795, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $3,300 to $5,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $5,800 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $4,937.

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