
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Bay Ho Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $1,200 (21 Rentals)
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Le Jaime- Newly Renovated Living in the Heart of Clairemont

Coral Bay

2780 Powhatan Ave

Bayview Apartments

2172 Felspar St

2222 1/2 Grand Ave
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Royal Diane Apartments

2720 Figueroa Blvd

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2166 Grand Ave

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1128 Felspar Street

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Bay Ho, San Diego, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Bay Ho?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bay Ho Studio Apartments | $2,021 | $1,845 | $2,400 |
| Bay Ho 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,404 | $1,776 | $3,350 |
| Bay Ho 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,512 | $2,123 | $8,638 |
| Bay Ho 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,627 | $2,439 | $10,000+ |
| Bay Ho 4 Bedroom Apartments | $9,962 | $3,950 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 21 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Bay Ho Neighborhood of San Diego, CA.
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Cheapest Available Bay Ho Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Bay Ho area of San Diego, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Modica Family Apartments priced from $1,776. Le Jaime- Newly Renovated Living in the Heart of Clairemont has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,845. Here are the most affordable Bay Ho apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Modica Family Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,776 |
| Le Jaime- Newly Renovated Living in the Heart of Clairemont | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,845 |
| Coral Bay | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,849 |
| Desert Spa Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2,025 |
| Del Rey Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,099 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Bay Ho, CA
As of January 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Bay Ho area is the $3.23 price per square foot B14.1 Model at Mara Pacific Beach in the in the Clairemont neighborhood starting from $4,465. The second greatest value Bay Ho apartment is the 2BR/2.0BA Model at JEWELL SREET starting at $3,428 with a $3.12 price per square foot in the Bay Ho neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Bay Ho apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mara Pacific Beach | B14.1 | 2BR,2BA | $3.23 |
| JEWELL SREET | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $3.12 |
| La Jollan Apartments | Townhouse | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.71 |
| 4256 Noyes St | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.94 |
| Casa Aldea at University City Village | 2 Bed 2 Bath Casita | 2BR,2BA | $3.28 |
| Emerald Manor Apartments | Beautiful 2br Apt Home in PB | 2BR,1BA | $2.92 |
| Catalina Pacific Apartments | 151421 | 2BR,1BA | $3.33 |
| Villa Monair | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.21 |
| Desert Spa Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $3.02 |
| Coral Bay | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.84 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Bay Ho Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Bay Ho?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Bay Ho is under $2,395.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Bay Ho?
The cheapest apartment in Bay Ho is Modica Family Apartments which is listed at $1,776, while the average apartment in Bay Ho costs $12,171.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Bay Ho?
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 14 regular apartments in Bay Ho that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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