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Carmel Valley, San Diego, CA Local Guide

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 The Club Torrey Pines priced from $2,372. Del Mar Ridge has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,665. Here are the most affordable Carmel Valley apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Club Torrey PinesB11BR,1BA$2,372
Del Mar RidgePinnacle1BR,1BA$2,665
Torrey Hills Apartment HomesPlan A1BR,1BA$2,815
Carmel CreekAzra1BR,1BA$2,849
One Paseo LivingStudio S1Studio,1BA$2,889

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Carmel Valley, CA

As of October 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the Carmel Valley area is the $3.13 price per square foot A2 1x1.5 Plus Den Model at Ocean Air in the in the Torrey Pines neighborhood starting from $3,392. The second greatest value Carmel Valley apartment is the Meridian Model at Carmel Creek starting at $3,419 with a $3.19 price per square foot in the Torrey Hills neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Carmel Valley apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Ocean AirA2 1x1.5 Plus Den1BR,1.5BA$3.13
Carmel CreekMeridian2BR,2BA$3.19
AvinoB1 2x22BR,2BA$4.10
Torrey Ridge Apartment HomesPlan 31BR,1BA$3.83
Del Mar RidgePinnacle1BR,1BA$2.98
AlturaA3 1x11BR,1BA$4.18
Torrey Hills Apartment HomesPlan A1BR,1BA$3.53
IMT Sorrento ValleyB12BR,1BA$3.77
Torrey Villas Apartment HomesPlan 11BR,1BA$4.46
Torrey GardensMessina1BR,1BA$3.88

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Carmel Valley, San Diego, CA

Ranked #65

Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.0
Pet Friendly

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Best Local Schools in
Carmel Valley, San Diego, CA

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Getting Around the Carmel Valley Neighborhood in San Diego, CA

Walk Score®

50 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

45 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

1 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

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 $2,372 at The Club Torrey Pines.

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 $2,890 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 $4,117.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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