Cheap Homes for Rent in Alta Vista Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $900 (7 Rentals)

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Alta Vista, San Diego, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Alta Vista Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Alta Vista area of San Diego, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Jean C. McKinney Manor priced from $834. Pinewood Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,645. Here are the most affordable Alta Vista apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Jean C. McKinney Manor1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$834
Pinewood ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,645
SOUTHERN HIGHLANDSStudio 1Studio,1BA$1,691

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Alta Vista, CA

As of October 15, 2025 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 in the North Bay Terraces neighborhood starting from $4,500. The second greatest value Alta Vista apartment is the 3 bedroom Model at 14onHarding starting at $3,650 with a $2.81 price per square foot in the Alta Vista neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Alta Vista apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1945 Skyline Drive, Unit 1945 SKYLINE1945 Skyline Drive4BR,3BA$2.25
14onHarding3 bedroom3BR,3BA$2.81
Plaza 16401 Bed / 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.74
1403 Palm Ave, Unit 2bed1bath apartment1403 Palm Ave2BR,1BA$2.63
Bonita Woods1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.75
Casa Serena2/12BR,1BA$2.75
ViewSpectacle1BR,1BA$2.76
Mar at National CityGarden1BR,1BA$3.01
Jean C. McKinney Manor1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1.47
Pinewood ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$2.99

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Alta Vista, San Diego, CA

Ranked #35

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Frequently Asked Questions about Alta Vista

What type of rentals are currently available in Alta Vista?

There are currently 41 Apartments for Rent in Alta Vista, CA with pricing that ranges from $834 to $30,000. There are also 14 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Alta Vista ranging from $990 to $7,125.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Alta Vista?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Alta Vista ranges from $990 to $7,125 with an average monthly rent of $3,428.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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