Cheap Homes for Rent in Alvarado Estates Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $1,400 (9 Rentals)

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6120 Decena Dr

San DiegoCA92120

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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 $749. Fifty Twenty-Five has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $809. Here are the most affordable Alvarado Estates apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Victory on Paseo5BR/3BA - A5BR,3BA$749
Fifty Twenty-Five2BR/2BA - Semi Private - Elite2BR,2BA$809
Hardy Avenue Apartments3 BR 2 BA3BR,2BA$1,165

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Alvarado Estates, CA

As of June 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Alvarado Estates area is the $2.36 price per square foot Plan 2 Model at Talmadge Canyon Park in the in the Balboa Park neighborhood starting from $3,850. The second greatest value Alvarado Estates apartment is the 3x3 A Model at Topaz starting at $1,910 with a $1.75 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Talmadge Canyon ParkPlan 23BR,3BA$2.36
Topaz3x3 A3BR,3BA$1.75
Fifty Twenty-Five2BR/2BA - Semi Private - Premium2BR,2BA$0.83
Mission Arbor ApartmentsTwo Bedrooms - Two Bath2BR,2BA$2.94
Hardy Avenue Apartments3 BR 2 BA3BR,2BA$1.30
College View2x22BR,2BA$3.12
Union GrantvilleB22BR,2BA$1.96
Victory on Paseo3BR/2BA - Poolhouse3BR,2BA$2.77
Stadium Arms Apartments1X11BR,1BA$2.82
Aztec Lofts Apartments1505111BR,1BA$2.96

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Alvarado Estates, San Diego, CA

Ranked #68

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

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3.5
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Frequently Asked Questions about Alvarado Estates

What type of rentals are currently available in Alvarado Estates?

There are currently 93 Apartments for Rent in Alvarado Estates, CA with pricing that ranges from $749 to $20,000. There are also 55 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Alvarado Estates ranging from $1,400 to $8,950.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Alvarado Estates?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Alvarado Estates ranges from $1,400 to $8,950 with an average monthly rent of $4,877.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Alvarado Estates?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Alvarado Estates range from $1,050 to $13,250, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $3,100 to $4,450. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $4,200 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $775.

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