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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 1 Bed unit found at Terrace Gardens Apartments - Seniors 55+ in the Darnall neighborhood priced from $1,400. University Gardens in the El Cerrito neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,450. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Lemon Grove apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
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$1,500
Villa Knolls ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,600
Vista Capri East1BR's No Patio1BR,1BA$1,695

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lemon Grove, CA

As of June 21, 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 A1 Model at Trio Townhomes starting at $3,220 with a $2.55 price per square foot in the Del Cerro 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
Trio TownhomesA12BR,2.5BA$2.55
Spring Gardens3 bed 2 bath3BR,2BA$2.24
The Penthouse Apartments "Call for Specials"2+2 Plan A - REMODEL2BR,2BA$2.57
Casa La Mesa2x2 D2BR,2BA$2.65
Casa De Helix La Mesa, Brand New Kitchen, w/dVery Large 2 Bedroom 2 Bath2BR,2BA$2.60
Valle at 9121 KenwoodAzul2BR,2BA$2.25
Valle at 9151 KenwoodView2BR,2BA$2.39
The Ridge Apartments2 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom2BR,2BA$2.59
University Gardens1 Bedroom, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.64

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Frequently Asked Questions about Lemon Grove

What type of rentals are currently available in Lemon Grove?

There are currently 986 Apartments for Rent in Lemon Grove, CA with pricing that ranges from $850 to $15,000. There are also 142 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Lemon Grove ranging from $800 to $7,200.

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 $800 to $7,200 with an average monthly rent of $4,194.

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 $1,300 to $5,895, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,695 to $5,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,276 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,579.

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