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

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Ironwood
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$2,245 - $3,166

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Ironwood

2240 Ironwood CirSan Diego, CA 92154
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Park Pointe
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$2,283 - $6,880

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Park Pointe

2450 Hilton Head PlEl Cajon, CA 92019
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Silo
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$2,320 - $5,178

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Silo

7231 Colchester CtSan Diego, CA 92154
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The Avalyn
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$2,353 - $3,931

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The Avalyn

1774 Metro AveChula Vista, CA 91915
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Terra Vista
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$2,404 - $8,002

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Terra Vista

1441 Santa Lucia RdChula Vista, CA 91913
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Rivue
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$2,407 - $5,580

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Rivue

1902 Millenia AveChula Vista, CA 91915
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Teresina
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$2,421 - $4,753

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Teresina

1250-1251 Santa Cora AveChula Vista, CA 91913
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Rosina Vista
$2,513 - $3,746

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Rosina Vista

1551 Summerland StChula Vista, CA 91913
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Lakeview 88
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$2,529 - $5,657

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Lakeview 88

2758 Lake Pointe DrSpring Valley, CA 91977
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Tavera
$2,624 - $8,769

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Tavera

1465 Santa Victoria RdChula Vista, CA 91913
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Boardwalk at Millenia
Rent Specials
$2,697 - $8,494

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Boardwalk at Millenia

1660 Metro AveChula Vista, CA 91915
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Luminary at Cota Vera
Rent Specials
$2,719 - $4,094

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Luminary at Cota Vera

6000 Luminary DrChula Vista, CA 91913
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VAYA on Axia
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$2,849 - $4,674

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VAYA on Axia

1910 Axia WayChula Vista, CA 91915
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Stirling at Cota Vera
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$2,941 - $4,711

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Stirling at Cota Vera

2045 Paseo BellunoChula Vista, CA 91913
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480 Jamacha Rd
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480 Jamacha Rd

480 Jamacha RdEl Cajon, CA 92019
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Enclave Otay Ranch
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Enclave Otay Ranch

1625 Santa Venetia StChula Vista, CA 91913
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Casa Lago Eastlake
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Casa Lago Eastlake

2816 Cielo CirculoChula Vista, CA 91915
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Potrero, CA Local Guide

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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
37824 Old Highway 801 BR, 1 BA1BR, 1BA$1,200
Alpine Family Apartments1 bedroom1BR, 1BA$1,518
La Quinta Apartment1 Bed 1 Bath1BR, 1BA$1,600
Alpine VillagePlan 2B2BR, 1BA$1,817
Alpine Terrace Apartments1x11BR, 1BA$1,895
Columba Apartments1x11BR, 1BA$1,908
Creekside MeadowsType A1BR, 1BA$1,998
ReNew AlpineSycamore2BR, 1BA$2,029
480 Jamacha RdUnit 82BR, 1BA$2,100
ReNew SummitPaisley2BR, 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
SalernoTownhome Two 4 x 3.54BR, 3.5BA$2.20
Marquis at Otay RanchC4BR, 4BA$2.14
Contessa at Otay RanchPlan 12BR, 3BA$2.75
ReNew AlpineMaplecrest2BR, 2BA$2.41
480 Jamacha RdUnit 82BR, 1BA$2.30
Creekside MeadowsType D-22BR, 1BA$2.86
ReNew SummitPaisley2BR, 2BA$2.60
Alpine Terrace Apartments1x11BR, 1BA$2.68
Alpine VillagePlan 2A2BR, 1BA$2.73
Alpine Family Apartments1 bedroom1BR, 1BA$2.69

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Potrero, CA

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Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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2.5
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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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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

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How Commercial-to-Residential Property Conversions Help the Housing Crisis

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Exploring Rental Options: Apartments, Townhomes, and Lofts - Oh My!

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Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags

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Renters want to find a great apartment, the right place for them, one that checks all the boxes of location, rental cost, amenities, safety, and more.