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Victory on Paseo
5505 Lindo PaseoSan Diego, CA 92115
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3942 8th Ave
3942 8th AveSan Diego, CA 92103
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Vista Lane Family Homes - Affordable Housing
3501 Vista LnSan Diego, CA 92173
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College View
5420 55th StSan Diego, CA 92115
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The Helm - Affordable Housing
191 W Beech StSan Diego, CA 92101
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Southwest Village
323-338 Willie James Jones AveSan Diego, CA 92102
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Touring a rental? This guide helps you know exactly what to look for, from safety features to hidden flaws, so you can confidently sign your lease or keep searching.
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The Residences at 3954 Kansas
3954 Kansas StSan Diego, CA 92104
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from $1,495Built in 2021Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available Jun 26
Vista Shores – Bright, Renovated Studios
710 E StChula Vista, CA 91910
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Azure Point at Encinitas
480 S El Camino RealEncinitas, CA 92024
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Duetta and Volta at Millenia
1734 Solstice AveChula Vista, CA 91915
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San Diego, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in San Diego?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| San Diego Studio Apartments | $2,433 | $1,033 | $10,000+ |
| San Diego 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,871 | $850 | $10,000+ |
| San Diego 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,748 | $855 | $10,000+ |
| San Diego 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,731 | $930 | $10,000+ |
| San Diego 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,564 | $850 | $10,000+ |
| San Diego 5 Bedroom Apartments | $5,078 | $792 | $10,000+ |
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57 / 100
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap San Diego Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in San Diego?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in San Diego is under $1,450.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in San Diego?
The cheapest apartment in San Diego is Terrace Gardens Apartments - Seniors 55+ which is listed at $1,400, while the average apartment in San Diego costs $5,893.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in San Diego?
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 953 regular apartments in San Diego 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 San Diego?
Cheap apartments in San Diego have an average cost of $661 which is $5,232 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in San Diego.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.
Top 10 Most Affordable Neighborhoods in San Diego: A Local Real Estate Expert Guide
Written by: Hayden Goldberg
Aloha! I’m Hayden, your local San Diego Realtor and relocation expert with ApartmentHomeLiving.com.
Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls
Written by: Cheryl Bowman
A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.
The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour
Written by: Marie Brown
You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.
Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting
Written by: Lauren Harrington
Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.