
Cheap Homes for Rent in Alvarado Estates Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $1,600 (12 Rentals)
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Private bedroom in 7 bed/3 bath Home
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4685 49th St

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4814 54th St

4879 Collwood Blvd, Unit A
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Alvarado Estates, San Diego, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Alvarado Estates?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Alvarado Estates 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,302 | $2,700 | $4,500 |
Alvarado Estates 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,657 | $3,450 | $8,200 |
Alvarado Estates 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,558 | $4,900 | $6,150 |
Alvarado Estates 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,548 | $3,750 | $6,995 |
Alvarado Estates 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $8,130 | $6,800 | $9,500 |
Alvarado Estates 7 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $7,600 | $7,500 | $7,700 |
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There are currently 12 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Alvarado Estates Neighborhood of San Diego, CA.
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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 $1,595. 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 |
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Union Grantville | B10 | 2BR,2BA | $1,595 |
College View | 4x4-F | 4BR,4BA | $1,890 |
Pakeva | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,095 |
Vora Mission Valley | A1 | Studio,1BA | $2,174 |
Vora Mission Valley West | B Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,174 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Alvarado Estates, CA
As of May 11, 2025 the best value apartment in the Alvarado Estates area is the $2.79 price per square foot Plan C4 Model at The Parker in the in the Grantville neighborhood starting from $4,680. The second greatest value Alvarado Estates apartment is the 3x3 A Model at Topaz starting at $2,250 with a $2.07 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. |
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The Parker | Plan C4 | 3BR,2.5BA | $2.79 |
Topaz | 3x3 A | 3BR,3BA | $2.07 |
Paseo Place | 2x2 Shared | 2BR,2BA | $1.29 |
The Village Mission Valley | Plan N | 2BR,2BA | $3.19 |
Talmadge Canyon Park | Plan 1 | 2BR,2BA | $2.55 |
Mission Arbor Apartments | Two Bedrooms - Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.99 |
Gravity | A3 | 1BR,1BA | $3.47 |
Prado Apartments | The Essex | 1BR,1BA | $3.13 |
Stadium Arms Apartments | 1X1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.14 |
Pakeva | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.08 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Alvarado Estates
What type of rentals are currently available in Alvarado Estates?
There are currently 94 Apartments for Rent in Alvarado Estates, CA with pricing that ranges from $792 to $7,500. There are also 54 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Alvarado Estates ranging from $1,650 to $9,800.
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 $1,650 to $9,800 with an average monthly rent of $5,367.
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 $5,000, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $3,450 to $8,200. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $4,900 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $850.
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