
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Carmel Valley Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $1,900 (20 Rentals)
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3850 Elijah Ct

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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Carmel Valley?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carmel Valley Studio Apartments | $3,708 | $3,270 | $4,147 |
| Carmel Valley 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,654 | $2,768 | $6,552 |
| Carmel Valley 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,736 | $2,957 | $8,906 |
| Carmel Valley 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,329 | $4,175 | $9,298 |
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There are currently 20 rentals with your search options within a 3 mile radius of the Carmel Valley Neighborhood of San Diego, CA.
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Cheapest Available Carmel Valley Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Carmel Valley area of San Diego, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Westbrook Apartments priced from $2,720. The Club Torrey Pines has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,768. Here are the most affordable Carmel Valley apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Westbrook Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,720 |
| The Club Torrey Pines | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,768 |
| Carmel Creek | Plan 1A - BRAND NEW! | 1BR,1BA | $2,857 |
| IMT Sorrento Valley | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $2,957 |
| Torrey Ridge Apartment Homes | Plan 1 | 1BR,1BA | $3,000 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Carmel Valley, CA
As of July 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the Carmel Valley area is the $4.12 price per square foot B3 2x2 Model at Altura in the in the Torrey Hills neighborhood starting from $4,607. The second greatest value Carmel Valley apartment is the B1.B2 2x2 Model at Ocean Air starting at $3,982 with a $3.72 price per square foot in the Torrey Pines neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Carmel Valley apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Altura | B3 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $4.12 |
| Ocean Air | B1.B2 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $3.72 |
| Signature Point | AR | 2BR,2BA | $4.44 |
| Avino | B1 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $4.60 |
| Del Mar Ridge | Pinnacle | 1BR,1BA | $3.77 |
| Torrey Gardens Apartments | Merida | 1BR,1BA | $3.69 |
| Torrey Ridge Apartment Homes | Plan 1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.74 |
| IMT Sorrento Valley | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $3.86 |
| The Club Torrey Pines | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $4.61 |
| Westbrook Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $4.63 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Carmel Valley Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Carmel Valley Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Carmel Valley Apartment is $2,720 at Westbrook Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Carmel Valley Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Carmel Valley is starting from $2,957 at IMT Sorrento Valley.
What is the most affordable Carmel Valley Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Carmel Valley Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Carmel Creek and starts from $4,547.
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