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5505 Lindo PaseoSan Diego, CA 92115
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Alvarado Estates Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $700 (8 Rentals)
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5540 Lindo Paseo, Unit #11
5540 Lindo PaseoSan Diego, CA 92115
5964 Baja Dr
San DiegoCA92115
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Alvarado Estates, San Diego, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Alvarado Estates?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alvarado Estates Studio Apartments | $2,197 | $1,495 | $2,476 |
| Alvarado Estates 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,810 | $1,450 | $6,590 |
| Alvarado Estates 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,777 | $855 | $5,557 |
| Alvarado Estates 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,357 | $930 | $5,000 |
| Alvarado Estates 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,754 | $850 | $5,200 |
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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 2 Beds unit found at Union Grantville priced from $1,650. College View has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 4 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,890. Here are the most affordable Alvarado Estates apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Union Grantville | B10 | 2BR,2BA | $1,650 |
| College View | 4x4-F | 4BR,4BA | $1,890 |
| Stadium Arms Apartments | 1X1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,150 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Alvarado Estates, CA
As of June 11, 2025 the best value apartment in the Alvarado Estates area is the $0.99 price per square foot 6x3 Private Model at Paseo Place in the in the College West neighborhood starting from $1,899. The second greatest value Alvarado Estates apartment is the 2C Model at VORA LUX starting at $4,099 with a $3.18 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paseo Place | 6x3 Private | 6BR,3BA | $0.99 |
| VORA LUX | 2C | 2BR,2BA | $3.18 |
| The Parker | Plan B1 | 2BR,2BA | $3.34 |
| Topaz | 3x3 A | 3BR,3BA | $2.07 |
| Mission Arbor Apartments | Two Bedrooms - Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.99 |
| Hardy Avenue Apartments | 3 BR 2 BA | 3BR,2BA | $4.35 |
| Gravity | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $3.55 |
| Stadium Arms Apartments | 1X1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.07 |
| Vora Mission Valley West | C 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.66 |
| Vora Mission Valley | A Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.88 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Alvarado Estates Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Alvarado Estates?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Alvarado Estates is under $4,099.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Alvarado Estates?
The cheapest apartment in Alvarado Estates is Stadium Arms Apartments which is listed at $2,150, while the average apartment in Alvarado Estates costs $3,895.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Alvarado Estates?
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 33 regular apartments in Alvarado Estates 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 Alvarado Estates?
Cheap apartments in Alvarado Estates have an average cost of $718 which is $3,177 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Alvarado Estates.
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