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property at 2275 Grand Ave

2275 Grand Ave

San DiegoCA92109

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property at 4230 Montalvo St

4230 Montalvo St

San DiegoCA92107
property at 2275 Grand Ave

2275 Grand Ave

San DiegoCA92109

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Pacific Beach, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Pacific Beach Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Pacific Beach, CA is a Studio unit found at The Presidio Apartments in the Midway District neighborhood priced from $1,450. Pacific Beach Shores in the La Jolla Alta neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,860. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Pacific Beach apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Presidio ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,450
Pacific Beach ShoresOne Bedroom One Bathroom1BR,1BA$1,860
Pacific Bay ClubSoledadStudio,1BA$1,880
Elan Loma HighlandsOptimoStudio,1BA$1,945
Coral Bay1x11BR,1BA$1,973

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Pacific Beach, CA and Nearby

As of September 08, 2025 the best value apartment in the Pacific Beach area is the $3.09 price per square foot Ventura I Model at La Regencia in the in the Torrey Pines neighborhood starting from $4,475. The second greatest value Pacific Beach apartment is the 2 bed 2 bath Model at Villa Point Loma starting at $3,200 with a $2.67 price per square foot in the Midway District neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Pacific Beach apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
La RegenciaVentura I3BR,2BA$3.09
Villa Point Loma2 bed 2 bath2BR,2BA$2.67
Loma Palisades3 Bedroom Townhome3BR,1.5BA$2.81
La Jollan ApartmentsTownhouse2BR,1.5BA$2.86
5029 West Point Loma Blvd.2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$3.00
The Californian - Residential2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$3.08
Loma Village Apartments2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$3.15
Desert Spa Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$3.04
3129 Quimby St, Unit Room in Point Loma3129 Quimby St1BR,1BA$2.31
Coral Bay1x11BR,1BA$3.01

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Frequently Asked Questions about Pacific Beach

What type of rentals are currently available in Pacific Beach?

There are currently 1960 Apartments for Rent in Pacific Beach, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,033 to $22,669. There are also 390 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Pacific Beach ranging from $1,200 to $85,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Pacific Beach?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Pacific Beach ranges from $1,200 to $85,000 with an average monthly rent of $12,975.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Pacific Beach?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Pacific Beach range from $3,375 to $22,669, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $3,000 to $28,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,540 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $7,472.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.

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The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Throughout the day, think about all the times that you have to pay for something. So many of us reach automatically for a credit card or even our phone for a quick payment.