
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Chollas Creek Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $1,300 (73 Rentals)
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Auburn 2019

3810 Euclid Ave

4845-4851 Auburn Dr

3833 Estrella Ave

4986-4992 Auburn Dr

5035-5043 Wightman St

3670 Altadena Ave

5350-5358 Rex Ave

5036-5060 Sterling Ct
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5128-5130 5138 5140 Sterling Ct

Landis Street Apartments

5234 Rex Ave

3834 50th St

5358-5360 Wightman St

5082 Auburn Dr

5273-5279 Wightman St

5344 Rex Ave

3838 Estrella Ave

3814 Estrella Ave
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4014-4024 51st St

4784-4786 Auburn Dr

5228 Rex Ave

4979 Auburn Dr

3805 Winona Ave

5219 Rex Ave

5230-5234 Landis St

3802-3804 52nd St

5011 Auburn Dr

5047 University Ave
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5326-5328 Wightman St

5323 Rex Ave

5310 Rex Ave

5208 Wightman St

Bon Aire

5260-5262 Rex Ave

3676-3690 Euclid Ave

4934 Lantana Dr

4013-4015 Oakcrest Dr

2959-2981 54th St
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4808 Lantana Dr

3827 Winona Ave

3854 50th St

3731 52nd St

5330 Rex Ave

5115 Landis St

5090 Auburn Dr

Oak Park

3255-3261 Euclid Ave

4761 Wightman St
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Chollas Creek, San Diego, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Chollas Creek?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chollas Creek Studio Apartments | $1,558 | $1,520 | $1,620 |
| Chollas Creek 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,096 | $1,975 | $2,550 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 73 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Chollas Creek Neighborhood of San Diego, CA.
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Cheapest Available Chollas Creek Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Chollas Creek area of San Diego, CA is a Studio unit found at Pacific Cove priced from $1,520. Auburn 2019 has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,975. Here are the most affordable Chollas Creek apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pacific Cove | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,520 |
| Auburn 2019 | 2/1 | 2BR,1BA | $1,975 |
| 5020 Wightman St | 2/1 | 2BR,1BA | $1,995 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Chollas Creek, CA
As of March 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the Chollas Creek area is the $2.35 price per square foot 2/1 Model at 5020 Wightman St in the in the City Heights neighborhood starting from $1,995. The second greatest value Chollas Creek apartment is the Studio Model at Pacific Cove starting at $1,520 with a $4.00 price per square foot in the City Heights neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Chollas Creek apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5020 Wightman St | 2/1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.35 |
| Pacific Cove | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $4.00 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Chollas Creek Apartments
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Chollas Creek Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Chollas Creek is starting from $1,975 at Auburn 2019.
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