Cheap Homes for Rent in Alvarado Estates Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $900 (4 Rentals)

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Alvarado Estates, San Diego, CA Local Guide

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Alvarado Estates, CA

As of September 11, 2025 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 2B Model at VORA LUX starting at $3,861 with a $3.11 price per square foot in the Grantville 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
VORA LUX2B2BR,2BA$3.11
Prisma Student Housing4BR/2BA - View B14BR,2BA$1.03
Cerca Student Housing4BR/2BA - Globe - A4BR,2BA$1.12
The ParkerPlan B12BR,2BA$3.24
Topaz3x3 A3BR,3BA$2.07
Paseo Place2x2 Shared2BR,2BA$1.29
Union GrantvilleB22BR,2BA$1.96
Victory on Paseo3BR/2BA - Poolhouse3BR,2BA$2.65
Stadium Arms Apartments1X11BR,1BA$3.07

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Alvarado Estates, San Diego, CA

Ranked #40

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
Pet Friendly

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Frequently Asked Questions about Alvarado Estates

What type of rentals are currently available in Alvarado Estates?

There are currently 88 Apartments for Rent in Alvarado Estates, CA with pricing that ranges from $850 to $4,699. There are also 32 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Alvarado Estates ranging from $910 to $8,200.

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 $910 to $8,200 with an average monthly rent of $3,654.

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 $930 to $4,699, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $3,650 to $8,200. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $4,995 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $850.

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