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

La Quinta Apartment

The Village at Rancho San Diego

1463 Lost Creek Rd

Alpine Village

Alpine Terrace Apartments

Columba Apartments

Creekside Meadows
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The Avalyn

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Terra Vista
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The Residences at Cota Vera

Henry Square- 2 Bed Luxury Townhomes

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Tavera
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Alpine Woods

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Stirling at Cota Vera

28805 Spruce Rd

2616 Alpine Blvd
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7475 Pine Valley Rd

2387 Calle Grandon

1780 Jaime Lynn Ln

East Windmill Villa Apartments

480 Jamacha Rd

12191 Cuyamaca College Dr E

Enclave Otay Ranch

Casa Lago Eastlake

1549 Barberry Pl
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2288 Cabo Bahia

12190 Cuyamaca College Dr E
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 | $2,548 | $2,267 | $3,775 |
| Potrero 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,714 | $1,200 | $4,179 |
| Potrero 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,305 | $1,817 | $6,828 |
| Potrero 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,950 | $2,107 | $5,449 |
| Potrero 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,716 | $4,438 | $5,035 |
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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 | $1,600 |
| Alpine Village | Plan 2B | 2BR, 1BA | $1,817 |
| Alpine Terrace Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR, 1BA | $1,895 |
| Columba Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR, 1BA | $1,908 |
| Creekside Meadows | Type A | 1BR, 1BA | $1,998 |
| ReNew Alpine | Sycamore | 2BR, 1BA | $2,029 |
| 480 Jamacha Rd | Unit 8 | 2BR, 1BA | $2,100 |
| ReNew Summit | Paisley | 2BR, 2BA | $2,209 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Potrero, CA and Nearby
As of September 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Potrero area is the $2.20 price per square foot Townhome Two 4 x 3.5 Model at Salerno in the Rancho del Rey neighborhood starting from $5,044. The second greatest value Potrero apartment is the C Model at Marquis at Otay Ranch in the Otay Ranch neighborhood starting at $4,675 with a $2.14 price per square foot. 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 Two 4 x 3.5 | 4BR, 3.5BA | $2.20 |
| Marquis at Otay Ranch | C | 4BR, 4BA | $2.14 |
| Contessa at Otay Ranch | Plan 1 | 2BR, 3BA | $2.75 |
| ReNew Alpine | Maplecrest | 2BR, 2BA | $2.41 |
| 480 Jamacha Rd | Unit 8 | 2BR, 1BA | $2.30 |
| Creekside Meadows | Type D-2 | 2BR, 1BA | $2.86 |
| ReNew Summit | Paisley | 2BR, 2BA | $2.60 |
| Alpine Terrace Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR, 1BA | $2.68 |
| Alpine Village | Plan 2A | 2BR, 1BA | $2.73 |
| Alpine Family Apartments | 1 bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $2.69 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Potrero Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Potrero?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Potrero is at The Avalyn listed at $2,353.
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 $1,817 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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