
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Birdland Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $1,700 (51 Rentals)
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Coral Bay

Mesa Palms Apartments

7434 Mesa College Dr

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2911 Adams

Park Genesee

Outlook at Mission Valley

Village Apartments

The Modernaire Apartments

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Metro Mission Valley
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The Hills at Fashion Valley

Palms

The Stratton Apartment Homes

Winslow

AMP30

7555 Linda Vista Rd

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Gramercy Apartments

Arrive Clairemont
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Purl Apartments

The Townsend

Apex Mission Valley

ReNew Serra Mesa

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The Missions at Rio Vista

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Genesee Park

West Park

The Modern Apartments
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IMT Mission Valley

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AZUL North Park

River Run Village

4505 Illinois Street - North Park's Newest Boutique Upscale Apartments

Crandall Apartments

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Griffis Mission Valley

The Margo

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Broadstone Mission Valley

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Felix at The Society

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Dezi

Parkridge Manor Apartments

3266 Ashford St

Modernaire Luxury Apartments

Vista Capri

eaves Mission Ridge

Aldea at Mesa College

7555 Linda Vista Rd

The Lucci
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Birdland, San Diego, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Birdland?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Birdland Studio Apartments | $2,510 | $1,858 | $3,275 |
| Birdland 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,130 | $1,790 | $4,545 |
| Birdland 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,811 | $2,149 | $6,256 |
| Birdland 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,967 | $2,875 | $6,698 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 51 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Birdland Neighborhood of San Diego, CA.
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Cheapest Available Birdland Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Birdland area of San Diego, CA is a Studio unit found at 2911 Adams priced from $1,858. Park Genesee has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,961. Here are the most affordable Birdland apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2911 Adams | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,858 |
| Park Genesee | 1x1M | 1BR,1BA | $1,961 |
| Outlook at Mission Valley | 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $1,995 |
| The Modernaire Apartments | Studio Classic | Studio,1BA | $2,050 |
| Metro Mission Valley | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,052 |
| eaves Mission Ridge | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,070 |
| The Hills at Fashion Valley | Aspen | 1BR,1BA | $2,125 |
| Palms | Breeze | 1BR,1BA | $2,128 |
| The Stratton Apartment Homes | B1 Income Restricted | 2BR,1BA | $2,162 |
| Winslow | S4 | Studio,1BA | $2,181 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Birdland, CA
As of March 01, 2026 the best value apartment in the Birdland area is the $2.77 price per square foot Floor Plan D Model at Genesee Park in the in the Kearny Mesa neighborhood starting from $3,500. The second greatest value Birdland apartment is the 3x1.5 Model at The Modern Apartments starting at $3,165 with a $2.81 price per square foot in the Clairemont neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Birdland apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Genesee Park | Floor Plan D | 3BR,2BA | $2.77 |
| The Modern Apartments | 3x1.5 | 3BR,1.5BA | $2.81 |
| The Lucci | F&F Renovation 2x2 Future or Completed | 2BR,2BA | $2.91 |
| Village Apartments | 2x1.5 Townhome with W/D Hook ups | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.95 |
| Arrive Clairemont | Vista | 2BR,1BA | $3.08 |
| Villa Pacific Apartments *$500.00 off * | Junior two bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $3.27 |
| The Stratton Apartment Homes | B1 Income Restricted | 2BR,1BA | $2.69 |
| ReNew Serra Mesa | Courtyard | 2BR,1BA | $3.09 |
| Palms | Breeze | 1BR,1BA | $3.04 |
| Outlook at Mission Valley | 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $3.07 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Birdland Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Birdland?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Birdland is under $2,181.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Birdland?
The cheapest apartment in Birdland is Park Genesee which is listed at $1,961, while the average apartment in Birdland costs $5,340.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Birdland?
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 4 regular apartments in Birdland 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 Birdland?
Cheap apartments in Birdland have an average cost of $141 which is $5,199 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Birdland.
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