Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Esmeralda Neighborhood of Poway, CA from $1,300 (20 Rentals)

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Janus
2 Bedroom Apartments

Janus

13072 Olympus CirPoway, CA 92064
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The Sands
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Sands

13524 Hilleary PlPoway, CA 92064

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The Magnolia
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

The Magnolia

13126 Carriage RdPoway, CA 92064
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Village Pines
2 Bedroom Apartments

Village Pines

13340-13348 Community RdPoway, CA 92064
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Oak Creek
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Oak Creek

12455 Oak Knoll RdPoway, CA 92064
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Poway Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Poway Apartments

12323 Old Pomerado RdPoway, CA 92064
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Olive Tree Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Olive Tree Apartments

13255 Olive Tree LnPoway, CA 92064
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Haley Ranch Estates
3 Bedroom Apartments

Haley Ranch Estates

13455 Poway Creek RdPoway, CA 92064
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Brighton Place
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Brighton Place

14045 Brighton AvePoway, CA 92064
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Esmeralda, Poway, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Esmeralda Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Esmeralda area of San Diego, CA is a Studio unit found at Legacy Hills at Poway 55+ priced from $1,865. Parkview Poway Apartments | Comfortable Living in the Heart of Poway! has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,995. Here are the most affordable Esmeralda apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Legacy Hills at Poway 55+Studio Large - s2Studio,1BA$1,865
Parkview Poway Apartments | Comfortable Living in the Heart of Poway!1x1 - Down/Carpet/No Patio1BR,1BA$1,995
Countryside ApartmentsSage1BR,1BA$1,999
Casa Anita ApartmentsB2BR,1BA$2,100
Sofi PowayWillow (Upgraded)1BR,1BA$2,142

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Esmeralda, CA

As of December 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the Esmeralda area is the $2.67 price per square foot 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Model at The Sands in the in the Esmeralda neighborhood starting from $2,487. The second greatest value Esmeralda apartment is the Tea Tree Model at Countryside Apartments starting at $2,449 with a $2.74 price per square foot in the Carmel Mountain neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Esmeralda apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Sands2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$2.67
Countryside ApartmentsTea Tree2BR,1BA$2.74
The Magnolia2B/2B2BR,2BA$3.23
Casa Anita ApartmentsB2BR,1BA$2.54
Sofi PowayWillow1BR,1BA$3.02
Pomerado Gardens Apartments2 Bed 1 Bath Remodeled2BR,1BA$3.19
Oak Creek1 Bedroom/ 1 Bath1BR,1BA$3.10
Haven Poway1Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$3.54
The QuincyOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$3.79
Parkview Poway Apartments | Comfortable Living in the Heart of Poway!1/1 Down1BR,1BA$3.92

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Esmeralda, Poway, CA

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Esmeralda Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Esmeralda Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Esmeralda Apartment is $1,995 at Parkview Poway Apartments | Comfortable Living in the Heart of Poway!.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Esmeralda Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Esmeralda is starting from $2,100 at Casa Anita Apartments.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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