Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Bankers Hill Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $1,400 (27 Rentals)

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$2,376 - $8,123Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

AV8

2155 Kettner BlvdSan Diego, CA 92101
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Essex Apartments
Studio Apartments

Essex Apartments

1910 State StSan Diego, CA 92101
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La Maison
1 Bedroom Apartments

La Maison

1818 6th AveSan Diego, CA 92101
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Barcelona
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Barcelona

326 Juniper StSan Diego, CA 92101
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3145 Reynard Way
1 Bedroom Apartments

3145 Reynard Way

3145 Reynard WaySan Diego, CA 92103
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St. Paul's Manor
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

St. Paul's Manor

2635 2nd AveSan Diego, CA 92103
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2926-2934 5th Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

2926-2934 5th Ave

2926-2934 5th AveSan Diego, CA 92103
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Prime
Studio Apartments

Prime

1965 Columbia StSan Diego, CA 92101
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1822
1 Bedroom Apartments

1822

1822 3rd AveSan Diego, CA 92101

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Secoya Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Secoya Apartments

3067 5th AveSan Diego, CA 92103

Bankers Hill, San Diego, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Bankers Hill Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Bankers Hill area of San Diego, CA is a Studio unit found at Vantaggio Little Italy priced from $1,450. Redwood Terrace has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,675. Here are the most affordable Bankers Hill apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Vantaggio Little ItalySmall full size bedStudio,1BA$1,450
Redwood Terrace1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,675
City Lofts0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,845
18221BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2,145
Imperial Tower Apartments5 F1BR,1BA$2,300
AV8A2Studio,1BA$2,376
Elan Luxo IIUrbano1BR,1BA$2,470
KayaStudio Floorplan RStudio,1BA$2,595
Eighteen Ten State StStudio JStudio,1BA$2,699
Vici Luxury Rentals - Little ItalyCapri 1Studio,1BA$2,700

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Bankers Hill, CA

As of August 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the Bankers Hill area is the $2.64 price per square foot 2528 Front St Model at 2528 Front St, Unit 2528 in the in the Balboa Park neighborhood starting from $4,725. The second greatest value Bankers Hill apartment is the 2BR/2.0BA Model at Juniper starting at $3,295 with a $3.20 price per square foot in the Balboa Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Bankers Hill apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
2528 Front St, Unit 25282528 Front St3BR,2BA$2.64
Juniper2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$3.20
Olea2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$3.82
Il PalazzoB52BR,2BA$3.57
Secoya ApartmentsRedwood2BR,1BA$4.21
Elan Luxo IIUrbano1BR,1BA$3.80
Imperial Tower Apartments5 F1BR,1BA$3.59
18221BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$3.83
City Lofts0BR/1.0BAStudio ,1BA$4.34
Redwood Terrace1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$4.19

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals in cities and towns across the United States and customized analysis for San Diego, California. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for the best outdoor access, luxury amenities, pet-friendly features, places to raise kids, proximity to transit, and other valuable search options. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Getting Around the Bankers Hill Neighborhood in San Diego, CA

Walk Score®

92 / 100

Walker’s Paradise

Daily errands do not require a car

Bike Score®

48 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

60 / 100

Good Transit

Many nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Bankers Hill Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Bankers Hill?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Bankers Hill is at Vantaggio Little Italy listed at $1,450.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Bankers Hill Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Bankers Hill Apartment is $1,675 at Redwood Terrace.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Bankers Hill Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Bankers Hill is starting from $2,795 at Redwood Terrace.

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