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Lemon Grove, CA Local Guide

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. Terrace Gardens Apartments - Seniors 55+ in the Darnall neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,400. 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
Terrace Gardens Apartments - Seniors 55+One Bedroom One Bath1BR,1BA$1,400
Guava Gardens (62+ Senior Community)StudiosStudio,1BA$1,600
Naranja ApartmentsStudio - 70% AMI1BR,1BA$1,650
Del Pacifico Apartments1 Bedroom Upper1BR,1BA$1,650
StateMinor1BR,1BA$1,685
Dorado PlazaPlan A1BR,1BA$1,695
Willow Glen Apartments1/11BR,1BA$1,699
Valle at FairwayGrove1BR,1BA$1,715

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lemon Grove, CA

As of December 10, 2025 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 3 Bedroom Model at 7101 Westview Pl starting at $2,700 with a $2.16 price per square foot in the Darnall 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
7101 Westview Pl3 Bedroom3BR,2BA$2.16
Courtyard on 68thA2BR,2BA$2.00
The Rive San Diego2x2 B2BR,2BA$1.03
Sierra Vista 55+ Community2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$2.28
Valle at 9121 KenwoodAzul2BR,2BA$2.03
VillasChateau2BR,2BA$2.00
La Mesa Spring Gardens2/12BR,1BA$2.31
Valle at 9151 KenwoodView2BR,2BA$2.27
Valle at 9209 KenwoodEvergreen2BR,1BA$2.16

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Lemon Grove

What type of rentals are currently available in Lemon Grove?

There are currently 985 Apartments for Rent in Lemon Grove, CA with pricing that ranges from $850 to $24,750. There are also 229 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Lemon Grove ranging from $700 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 $700 to $12,900 with an average monthly rent of $6,298.

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 $2,450 to $4,395, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,050 to $7,250. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,050 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,975.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Everything is a negotiation in real estate!