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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Lakeside Meadows

12817-12825 Mapleview StLakeside, CA 92040
Corporate Housing
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Twin Palms Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Twin Palms Apartments

12571 Laurel StLakeside, CA 92040
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Laurel Villas
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Laurel Villas

12560 Laurel StLakeside, CA 92040
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Windmill Senior Villas
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Windmill Senior Villas

9430 Winter Gardens BlvdLakeside, CA 92040
Senior Living
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Woodside Apartments
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Woodside Apartments

12001 Woodside AveLakeside, CA 92040
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The Addison
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

The Addison

10267 Mast BlvdSantee, CA 92071
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Cheapest Available Lakeside Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Lakeside, CA is a Studio unit found at Vista Pines in the El Cajon neighborhood priced from $1,545. El Capitan Apartments in the Winter Gardens neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,695. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Lakeside apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Vista Pines0+1 DownstairsStudio,1BA$1,545
El Capitan ApartmentsOne Bed One Bath1BR,1BA$1,695
Twin Palms ApartmentsTwo Bedroom One Bath2BR,1BA$1,725
Mountain View Villas1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,730
The Village at Lakeside (55+ Community)1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,770
Sunset TrailsOne Bedroom One Bathroom1BR,1BA$1,885
Laurel Villas2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1,950
Ashwood Apartments2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$2,025
River Trail Apartments2/1 W/Balcony2BR,1BA$2,100
Terre at LakesideCanyon2BR,1BA$2,141

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lakeside, CA

As of September 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the Lakeside area is the $1.97 price per square foot Rent a Home Model at Camerons Mobile Estates in the in the El Cajon neighborhood starting from $2,750. The second greatest value Lakeside apartment is the 3/2 A (All BD/BA Upstairs and small patio) Model at Shannonwoods Townhomes! starting at $2,899 with a $2.59 price per square foot in the Winter Gardens neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Lakeside apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Camerons Mobile EstatesRent a Home2BR,2BA$1.97
Shannonwoods Townhomes!3/2 A (All BD/BA Upstairs and small patio)3BR,2BA$2.59
Ashwood Apartments2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.97
Greystone Ridge Townhomes2 BEDROOMS2BR,1.5BA$2.53
BROADWAY3x2-9603BR,2BA$2.70
Stone Ridge Apartments22A - Two Bedroom Two Bathroom2BR,2BA$2.50
Highline ApartmentsTwo Bedrooms, One Bathroom2BR,1BA$2.66
River Trail Apartments2/1 W/Balcony2BR,1BA$2.47
Terre at LakesideCanyon2BR,1.5BA$2.68
Twin Palms ApartmentsTwo Bedroom One Bath2BR,1BA$2.46

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Lakeside Overview

Anyone who is looking to enjoy living on the west coast will want to check out the gorgeous town of Lakeside, CA. Sitting in San Diego County in California, this is a fun town for people of all ages, ranging from retirees to young couples and even families with children. This city is known for its pleasant weather, friendly people, and delicious food. An easy town to navigate, there are numerous reasons why people are looking for Lakeside apartments that they can call home. Anyone who is looking for apartments in Lakeside, CA will want to check out some of the helpful information below.

Why live in Lakeside, CA?

There are a few reasons why so many people choose to live in Lakeside, CA. First, this is a small town and has that small-town feel. This means that people who live in Lakeside, CA are very friendly. Second, the town is easy to navigate. The traffic is rarely busy. Finally, the weather in Lakeside, CA is gorgeous throughout the entire year. This means that it is never too hot or too cold. For these reasons, people from all over the country are flocking to Lakeside, CA.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Lakeside Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Lakeside Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Lakeside Apartment is $1,695 at El Capitan Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Lakeside Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Lakeside is starting from $1,725 at Twin Palms Apartments.

What is the most affordable Lakeside Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Lakeside Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at BROADWAY and starts from $2,596.

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