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property at 1223 Helix St

$950

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3 Bedroom, 2.5 Bath Townhome for Rent

Available Jul 1

1223 Helix St

Spring ValleyCA91977
property at 4272 Harbinson Ave

$1,200

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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4272 Harbinson Ave

La MesaCA91942
property at 4781 73rd St

$1,200

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Aug 22

4781 73rd St

La MesaCA91942
property at 1827 Sonoma Ln

$1,250 - $1,950

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Studio To 1 Bedroom Homes for Rent

Available Jun 12

1827 Sonoma Ln

Lemon GroveCA91945

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property at 4860 Rolando Ct

$1,895 - $2,125

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4860 Rolando Ct

San DiegoCA92115

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Cheapest Available Lemon Grove Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Lemon Grove, CA is a 4 Beds unit found at The Rive San Diego in the Rolando neighborhood priced from $386. Naranja Apartments in the Mt Hope neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,375. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Lemon Grove apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Rive San Diego4x4 B4BR,4BA$386
Naranja ApartmentsStudio - 70% AMIStudio,1BA$1,375
Terrace Gardens Apartments - Seniors 55+One Bedroom One Bath1BR,1BA$1,400
University Gardens1 Bedroom, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,450
Guava Gardens (62+ Senior Community)StudiosStudio,1BA$1,600

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lemon Grove, CA

As of June 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Lemon Grove area is the $2.25 price per square foot 1945 Skyline Drive Model at 1945 Skyline Drive, Unit 1945 SKYLINE in the in the North Bay Terraces neighborhood starting from $4,500. The second greatest value Lemon Grove apartment is the 4x4 B Model at The Rive San Diego starting at $386 with a $0.23 price per square foot in the Rolando neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Lemon Grove apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1945 Skyline Drive, Unit 1945 SKYLINE1945 Skyline Drive4BR,3BA$2.25
The Rive San Diego4x4 B4BR,4BA$0.23
Courtyard on 68thA2BR,2BA$1.83
The Penthouse Apartments MOVE IN BONUSTwo Bedroom Two Bath2BR,2BA$2.40
Meadowbrook3 BR, 1.5 BA3BR,1.5BA$2.31
Valle at 9121 KenwoodAzul2BR,2BA$2.10
Shannon Arms III Apartments2 bed & 22BR,2BA$2.37
Park Ave Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2.11
Valle at 9209 KenwoodEvergreen2BR,1BA$2.44
VillasPalazzo1BR,1BA$2.34

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Frequently Asked Questions about Lemon Grove

What type of rentals are currently available in Lemon Grove?

There are currently 1007 Apartments for Rent in Lemon Grove, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,375 to $11,996. There are also 156 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Lemon Grove ranging from $950 to $12,900.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Lemon Grove?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Lemon Grove ranges from $950 to $12,900 with an average monthly rent of $5,471.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Lemon Grove?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Lemon Grove range from $2,352 to $11,601, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $950 to $7,900. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,090 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,900.

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