
Cheap Apartments for Rent near Potrero, CA from $1,200 (47 Rentals)
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Alpine Village

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Boardwalk at Millenia

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Contessa at Otay Ranch

28805 Spruce Rd

2616 Alpine Blvd

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480 Jamacha Rd

2648 Alpine Blvd

2157 Arnold Way

17302 CA-94

Enclave Otay Ranch

Henry Square- 2 Bed Luxury Townhomes

11412 Via Rancho San Diego

1206 Aruba Cove

3021 Golden Oak Way
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2364 Calle Sabroso

2079 Lakeridge Cir
Potrero, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Potrero?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Potrero Studio Apartments | $2,537 | $1,697 | $3,453 |
| Potrero 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,776 | $1,200 | $3,816 |
| Potrero 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,318 | $1,727 | $6,828 |
| Potrero 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,933 | $2,107 | $5,450 |
| Potrero 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,011 | $4,416 | $5,334 |
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Cheapest Available Potrero Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Potrero, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at 37824 Old Highway 80 priced from $1,200. Alpine Family Apartments in the Victoria neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,518. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Potrero apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 37824 Old Highway 80 | 1 BR, 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| Alpine Family Apartments | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,518 |
| La Quinta Apartment | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,525 |
| Alpine Village | Plan 2B | 2BR,1BA | $1,807 |
| ReNew Summit | Wisteria | 1BR,1BA | $1,839 |
| Columba Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,908 |
| Creekside Meadows | Type A | 1BR,1BA | $1,998 |
| ReNew Alpine | Sycamore | 2BR,1BA | $2,099 |
| 480 Jamacha Rd | Unit 8 | 2BR,1BA | $2,100 |
| Rancho Hillside Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath A | 1BR,1BA | $2,275 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Potrero, CA and Nearby
As of August 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the Potrero area is the $2.72 price per square foot Townhome Four 3 x 3.5 Model at Salerno in the in the Rancho del Rey neighborhood starting from $5,450. The second greatest value Potrero apartment is the 4 Bed 3 Bath- 1729 sq ft Townhome Model at Jackson Pointe 111 starting at $4,416 with a $2.55 price per square foot in the Spring Valley neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Potrero apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Salerno | Townhome Four 3 x 3.5 | 3BR,3.5BA | $2.72 |
| Jackson Pointe 111 | 4 Bed 3 Bath- 1729 sq ft Townhome | 4BR,3BA | $2.55 |
| Contessa at Otay Ranch | Plan 1 | 2BR,3BA | $2.75 |
| Alpine Woods | DATE PALM | 2BR,2BA | $2.69 |
| Henry Square- 2 Bed Luxury Townhomes | 2 bd 1.5 ba Townhomes | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.72 |
| Alpine Village | Plan 2C | 2BR,2BA | $2.73 |
| 480 Jamacha Rd | Unit 8 | 2BR,1BA | $2.30 |
| Villa Toscana | Villa Florentine (1BD/1BA, W&D) | 1BR,1BA | $2.66 |
| ReNew Alpine | Sycamore | 2BR,1BA | $2.47 |
| Alpine Family Apartments | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.69 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Potrero Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Potrero Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Potrero Apartment is $1,200 at 37824 Old Highway 80.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Potrero Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Potrero is starting from $1,797 at Alpine Village.
What is the most affordable Potrero Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Potrero Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Alpine Family Apartments and starts from $2,107.
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