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San Diego's Best Affordable Neighborhoods

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Harvey Hillcrest
Built in 2023Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Harvey Hillcrest

1661 Harvey Milk StSan Diego, CA 92103
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Pacific Heights II
Built in 20241 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Pacific Heights II

2291 Dunlop StSan Diego, CA 92111
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4015 Richmond St
Built in 20251 Bedroom Apartments

4015 Richmond St

4015 Richmond StSan Diego, CA 92103
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The V Tower
Built in 2023Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

The V Tower

2341 Ulric StSan Diego, CA 92111
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2520 E St
Built in 20201 Bedroom Apartments

2520 E St

2520 E StSan Diego, CA 92102
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Pennwood
Built in 20191 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Pennwood

3715 10th AveSan Diego, CA 92103
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Gravity Apartments
Built in 2021Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Gravity Apartments

4750 Mission Gorge PlSan Diego, CA 92120
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Prime
Built in 2017Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Prime

1965 Columbia StSan Diego, CA 92101
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3167 Market
Built in 20241 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

3167 Market

3167 Market StSan Diego, CA 92102
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Sasan Apartments
Built in 2023Studio Apartments

Sasan Apartments

901 W Washington StSan Diego, CA 92103
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Saturn V
Built in 2022Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Saturn V

421 25th StSan Diego, CA 92102
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The Continental
Built in 2019Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

The Continental

320 W Cedar StSan Diego, CA 92101
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Bluewater Apartments
Built in 20191 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Bluewater Apartments

6121 Fairmount AveSan Diego, CA 92120
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5061 72nd St
Built in 2024Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

5061 72nd St

5061 72nd StSan Diego, CA 92115
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Casa Diego
Built in 20234 Bedroom Apartments

Casa Diego

6195 Montezuma RdSan Diego, CA 92115
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Monarch Studios
Built in 2023Studio Apartments

Monarch Studios

2955 Commercial StSan Diego, CA 92113
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Washington Crossing
Built in 2020Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Washington Crossing

1445 Washington StSan Diego, CA 92103
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Valencia Pointe
Built in 20232 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Valencia Pointe

5930 Division StSan Diego, CA 92114
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Stateside
Built in 20232 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Stateside

6151 Montezuma RdSan Diego, CA 92115
Student Housing
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66th Street
Built in 20181 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

66th Street

630-636 66th StSan Diego, CA 92114
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Fairbanks Square
Built in 20151 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Fairbanks Square

16050 Potomac Ridge RdSan Diego, CA 92127
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Getting Around San Diego, CA

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74 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

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57 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

46 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

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March 6, 2025

San Diego is an amazing city for families, young professionals, and retirees!

Frequently Asked Questions about New San Diego Apartments

What is the Cheapest New apartment in San Diego?

Currently the most affordable New Apartment in San Diego is at Prisma Student Housing listed at $700.

How much is the average rent for a New San Diego Apartment?

The average rent for a New Apartment in San Diego is $3,887.

What is the largest New San Diego Apartment for rent?

Today's New apartment with the most square footage in San Diego is a 9,333 square feet unit starting from $2,605 at Vive Luxe at The Vive Collection.

What is the average size for San Diego New Apartments for rent?

The average size for a New rental in San Diego is currently at 615 sq ft.

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.

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Top 10 Most Affordable Neighborhoods in San Diego: A Local Real Estate Expert Guide

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.