Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Carmel Valley Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $1,900 (12 Rentals)

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3887 Pell Pl

San DiegoCA92130

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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 Casas priced from $2,346. The Club Torrey Pines has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,372. Here are the most affordable Carmel Valley apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The CasasC 765 SF Mira Crest Casa Capricorn1BR,1BA$2,346
The Club Torrey PinesB11BR,1BA$2,372
Torrey Ridge Apartment HomesPlan 1011BR,1BA$2,745
IMT Sorrento ValleyA11BR,1BA$2,770
AvinoA1 1x11BR,1BA$2,886

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Carmel Valley, CA

As of June 16, 2025 the best value apartment in the Carmel Valley area is the $3.00 price per square foot Belmont Model at Del Mar Ridge in the in the Torrey Hills neighborhood starting from $3,945. The second greatest value Carmel Valley apartment is the B2R Model at Signature Point starting at $4,740 with a $4.12 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.
Del Mar RidgeBelmont2BR,2BA$3.00
Signature PointB2R2BR,2BA$4.12
AlturaB5 2x22BR,2BA$3.33
Ocean AirB1.B2 2x22BR,2BA$3.49
The CasasD 907 SF Capricorn Square2BR,2BA$3.14
Carmel CreekAzra1BR,1BA$3.37
Torrey GardensMalaga1BR,1BA$3.66
Torrey Villas Apartment HomesPlan 21BR,1BA$3.96
Torrey Hills Apartment HomesPlan A1BR,1BA$3.83
FoliaOne Bedroom A21BR,1BA$4.08

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Carmel Valley, San Diego, CA

Ranked #58

Among neighborhoods in San Diego, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
Pet Friendly

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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

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 $2,346 at The Casas.

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 $2,757 at The Casas.

What is the most affordable Carmel Valley Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Carmel Valley Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Altura and starts from $4,059.

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