
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Allied Gardens Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $800 (51 Rentals)
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Hardy Avenue Apartments

5215-5217 Catoctin Dr

10742 Caminito Cascara

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5809 Lindo Paseo

College View

5688 Marne Ave

Bluewater Apartments

Atlas Alvarado

Pakeva
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Aztec Lofts Apartments

Terra at Mission Trails

Stadium Arms Apartments

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6386 Rancho Mission Rd. #308

The Penthouse Apartments MOVE IN BONUS

Prado Apartments

Palmilla

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5553 Yerba Anita Dr, Unit YAD #1

5942 Rancho Mission Rd, Unit 139

6249-6253 Dorothy Dr
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5942 Rancho Mission Rd, Unit 139

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Gravity

Village Terrace

6930 Hyde Park Dr, Unit 108

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Vora Mission Valley

6249-6253 Mary Ln Dr

5168 Tipton St

10737 San Diego Mission Rd

Tierra Corte Senior Apartments

5595 Hamill Ave
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6842 Estrella Ave

6675 Mission Gorge Rd

Villa Del Cerro

6386 Rancho Mission Rd

College Campanile - Historical Access

6370 Rancho Mission Rd

Harriet Tubman House Apartments

5978 Rancho Mission Rd

6366 Rancho Mission Rd

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Latitude Apartments at Mission Valley

5906 Rancho Mission Rd

5065 Chaparral Way

5914 Rancho Mission Rd

6131 Rancho Mission Rd

6255 Rancho Mission Rd

6930 Hyde Park Dr

5432 Adobe Falls Rd

6315 Montezuma Rd

6811 Alvarado Rd
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Allied Gardens, San Diego, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Allied Gardens?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Allied Gardens Studio Apartments | $2,253 | $1,819 | $2,784 |
| Allied Gardens 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,537 | $1,375 | $5,840 |
| Allied Gardens 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,746 | $855 | $3,799 |
| Allied Gardens 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,609 | $1,275 | $10,000+ |
| Allied Gardens 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,796 | $850 | $4,900 |
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Cheapest Available Allied Gardens Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Allied Gardens area of San Diego, CA is a 5 Beds unit found at Victory on Paseo priced from $974. Hardy Avenue Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 3 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,165. Here are the most affordable Allied Gardens apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Victory on Paseo | 5BR/3BA - A | 5BR,3BA | $974 |
| Hardy Avenue Apartments | 3 BR 2 BA | 3BR,2BA | $1,165 |
| College View | 4x4 | 4BR,4BA | $1,700 |
| Bluewater Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,801 |
| Aztec Lofts Apartments | 150511 | 1BR,1BA | $1,895 |
| Terra at Mission Trails | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,954 |
| Iconic on Alvarado | S1 | Studio,1BA | $1,975 |
| Stadium Arms Apartments | 1X1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,975 |
| The Penthouse Apartments MOVE IN BONUS | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,075 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Allied Gardens, CA
As of June 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the Allied Gardens area is the $0.78 price per square foot 8 Bedroom Studio Suites Model at 6nineteen in the in the College West neighborhood starting from $1,399. The second greatest value Allied Gardens apartment is the Two Bedroom Two Bath Model at The Penthouse Apartments MOVE IN BONUS starting at $2,645 with a $2.40 price per square foot in the Rolando neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Allied Gardens apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6nineteen | 8 Bedroom Studio Suites | Studio ,1BA | $0.78 |
| The Penthouse Apartments MOVE IN BONUS | Two Bedroom Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.40 |
| IMT Mission Valley | B2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.87 |
| Topaz | 3x3 A | 3BR,3BA | $1.75 |
| Hardy Avenue Apartments | 3 BR 2 BA | 3BR,2BA | $1.30 |
| Union Grantville | B2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.96 |
| Latitude Apartments at Mission Valley | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.64 |
| Prado Apartments | The Essex | 1BR,1BA | $2.99 |
| Stadium Arms Apartments | 1X1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.82 |
| Bluewater Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.74 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleAllied Gardens, San Diego, CA
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Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Allied Gardens, San Diego, CA
Patrick Henry High School
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Lifestyle Ratings
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Allied Gardens Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Allied Gardens?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Allied Gardens is under $2,075.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Allied Gardens?
The cheapest apartment in Allied Gardens is Bluewater Apartments which is listed at $1,801, while the average apartment in Allied Gardens costs $8,000.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Allied Gardens?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 57 regular apartments in Allied Gardens that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Allied Gardens?
Cheap apartments in Allied Gardens have an average cost of $917 which is $7,083 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Allied Gardens.
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