
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Alvarado Estates Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $800 (6 Rentals)
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5020 College Ave

Room in Shared 7 bed/3 bath home
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5809 Lindo Paseo

College View

Room in Shared 7 bed/3 bath home
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Alvarado Estates?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alvarado Estates Studio Apartments | $2,127 | $1,825 | $2,385 |
| Alvarado Estates 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,577 | $1,595 | $4,470 |
| Alvarado Estates 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,555 | $855 | $3,810 |
| Alvarado Estates 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,027 | $930 | $8,280 |
| Alvarado Estates 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,064 | $875 | $6,400 |
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Cheapest Available Alvarado Estates Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Alvarado Estates area of San Diego, CA is a 5 Beds unit found at Victory on Paseo priced from $871. Fifty Twenty-Five has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 4 Beds apartment currently listed from $890. Here are the most affordable Alvarado Estates apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Victory on Paseo | 5BR/3BA - A | 5BR,3BA | $871 |
| Fifty Twenty-Five | 4BR/4BA - Semi Private - Elite (D) | 4BR,4BA | $890 |
| College View | 4x4 | 4BR,4BA | $1,650 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Alvarado Estates, CA
As of January 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Alvarado Estates area is the $3.29 price per square foot Plan B1 Model at The Parker in the in the Grantville neighborhood starting from $3,710. The second greatest value Alvarado Estates apartment is the 3x3 A Model at Topaz starting at $1,920 with a $1.76 price per square foot in the College West neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Alvarado Estates apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Parker | Plan B1 | 2BR,2BA | $3.29 |
| Topaz | 3x3 A | 3BR,3BA | $1.76 |
| Talmadge Canyon Park | Plan 1 | 2BR,2BA | $2.55 |
| Victory on Paseo | 3BR/2BA - Poolhouse | 3BR,2BA | $2.65 |
| Gravity | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.61 |
| Stadium Arms Apartments | 1X1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.86 |
| Pakeva | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.68 |
| Mission Arbor Apartments | One Bedroom - One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.83 |
| Vora Mission Valley West | 0x1 A1-W | Studio ,1BA | $3.82 |
| Aztec Lofts Apartments | 6165-04 | 1BR,1BA | $3.79 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Alvarado Estates Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Alvarado Estates?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Alvarado Estates is at Pakeva listed at $1,825.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Alvarado Estates Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Alvarado Estates Apartment is $1,895 at Aztec Lofts Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Alvarado Estates Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Alvarado Estates is starting from $995 at Fifty Twenty-Five.
What is the most affordable Alvarado Estates Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Alvarado Estates Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Victory on Paseo and starts from $930.
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