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2170 Winnett St, Unit Winnett st
2170 Winnett StSan Diego, CA 92114
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5471 Bayview Heights PlSan Diego, CA 92105
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6325-6383 Potomac StSan Diego, CA 92139
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6909-6957 Alcona StSan Diego, CA 92139
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7784-7844 Paradise Valley RdSan Diego, CA 92139
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6455 Shaules AveSan Diego, CA 92114
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Woodman Village
6935 Paradise Valley RdSan Diego, CA 92139
664 Carefree Dr
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Valencia Pointe
5930 Division StSan Diego, CA 92114
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SOUTHERN HIGHLANDS
2525 Highland AveNational City, CA 91950
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700 E 22nd StNational City, CA 91950
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910 Euclid AveNational City, CA 91950
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1831 E 18th StNational City, CA 91950
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1104 Palm AveNational City, CA 91950
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The Plaza
1438-1448 E 8th StNational City, CA 91950
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801 National City BlvdNational City, CA 91950
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800 B AveNational City, CA 91950
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203 Laurel AveNational City, CA 91950
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1640 E Plaza BlvdNational City, CA 91950
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1917 F AveNational City, CA 91950
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2312 F AveNational City, CA 91950
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2115-2145 G AveNational City, CA 91950
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Alta Vista, San Diego, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Alta Vista?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alta Vista Studio Apartments | $1,833 | $1,380 | $2,260 |
| Alta Vista 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,045 | $1,546 | $2,795 |
| Alta Vista 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,549 | $1,843 | $4,320 |
| Alta Vista 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,497 | $2,116 | $5,209 |
| Alta Vista 4 Bedroom Apartments | $6,141 | $3,476 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Alta Vista Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Alta Vista area of San Diego, CA is a Studio unit found at SOUTHERN HIGHLANDS priced from $1,575. Parkview Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,700. Here are the most affordable Alta Vista apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| SOUTHERN HIGHLANDS | Studio D1 | Studio, 1BA | $1,575 |
| Parkview Apartments | Studio | Studio, 1BA | $1,700 |
| Windsor Heights | 1-Bed/1-Bath | 1BR, 1BA | $1,700 |
| Essex Manor Apartments | 1-Bed/1-Bath | 1BR, 1BA | $1,700 |
| View Apartments | Design 1A | 1BR, 1BA | $1,751 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Alta Vista, CA
As of September 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Alta Vista area is the $2.25 price per square foot 1945 Skyline Drive Model at 1945 Skyline Drive, Unit 1945 SKYLINE in the North Bay Terraces neighborhood starting from $4,500. The second greatest value Alta Vista apartment is the 3 Bed 2.5 Bath Model at Rodessia Luxury Apartments - 312 S 49th St in the Mt Hope neighborhood starting at $4,200 with a $2.76 price per square foot. Here is today’s list of the best values for Alta Vista apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1945 Skyline Drive, Unit 1945 SKYLINE | 1945 Skyline Drive | 4BR, 3BA | $2.25 |
| Rodessia Luxury Apartments - 312 S 49th St | 3 Bed 2.5 Bath | 3BR, 2.5BA | $2.76 |
| 14 on Harding | Flat | 2BR, 2BA | $2.75 |
| 5443 Imperial Ave, Unit 5443 | 5443 Imperial Ave | 2BR, 1BA | $2.50 |
| 12th Street Lofts | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR, 1BA | $2.66 |
| Hillside Views Apartments | 2/1 | 2BR, 1BA | $2.11 |
| Meadowbrook | 2 BA, 1 BA | 2BR, 1BA | $2.31 |
| Rancho Bonita | 1 Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $2.75 |
| Windsor Heights | 1-Bed/1-Bath | 1BR, 1BA | $2.62 |
| Essex Manor Apartments | 1-Bed/1-Bath | 1BR, 1BA | $2.62 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Alta Vista Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Alta Vista?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Alta Vista is under $1,908.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Alta Vista?
The cheapest apartment in Alta Vista is Windsor Heights which is listed at $1,700, while the average apartment in Alta Vista costs $2,288.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Alta Vista?
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 9 regular apartments in Alta Vista 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 Alta Vista?
Cheap apartments in Alta Vista have an average cost of $634 which is $1,654 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Alta Vista.
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