4544 El Cerrito Dr
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Victory on Paseo
5505 Lindo PaseoSan Diego, CA 92115
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5634 Mary Lane Dr
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4972 54th St
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4775 54th St
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5809 Lindo Paseo
5809 Lindo PaseoSan Diego, CA 92115
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5420 55th StSan Diego, CA 92115
5464 Gilbert Dr
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4770 55th St, Unit 4770 GROUND, Unit 4770 GROUND
4770 55th St
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Aztec Lofts
6159 Montezuma RdSan Diego, CA 92115
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Las Palmas Apartments
5275 Monroe AveSan Diego, CA 92115
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6421 Gary Ct, Unit 6419 Gary Court, Unit 6419 Gary Court
6421 Gary CtSan Diego, CA 92115
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Pakeva
5310 Adobe Falls RdSan Diego, CA 92120
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Talmadge Pacific Apartments
4470 Euclid AveSan Diego, CA 92115
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4510 48th St, Unit 1BR, Unit 1BR
4510 48th StSan Diego, CA 92115
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Dorado Plaza
6263 Acorn StSan Diego, CA 92115
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4465 48th St
San DiegoCA92115
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$2,395
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4473 Menlo Ave, Unit B, Unit B
4473 Menlo AveSan Diego, CA 92115
4843 Collwood Blvd
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Campus Village Apartments
5925 El Cajon BlvdSan Diego, CA 92115
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Talmadge Senior Village(55+ Senior Community)
5252 El Cajon BlvdSan Diego, CA 92115
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Winona Towers
4544 Winona AveSan Diego, CA 92115
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5343 Monroe AveSan Diego, CA 92115
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4568 Altadena Ave
4568 Altadena AveSan Diego, CA 92115
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Vista Capri East
4666 63rd StSan Diego, CA 92115
6101 Adelaide Ave
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5168 Tipton St
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5841-5843 El Cajon Blvd
5841-5843 El Cajon BlvdSan Diego, CA 92115
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Villa Del Cerro
5737-5787 College AveSan Diego, CA 92120
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College Campanile - Historical Access
5691 Montezuma RdSan Diego, CA 92115
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4477 48th St
4477 48th StSan Diego, CA 92115
5438 Gilbert Dr
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4750 Mission Gorge PlSan Diego, CA 92120
4677 Winona Ave
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4857 Collwood Blvd
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5522 Dorothy Dr
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5885 El Cajon Blvd
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4922 Tierra Baja Way
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4611 Altadena Ave
4611 Altadena AveSan Diego, CA 92115
4560 60th St
San DiegoCA92115
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College Area, San Diego, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in College Area?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| College Area Studio Apartments | $1,994 | $1,788 | $2,195 |
| College Area 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,140 | $850 | $2,995 |
| College Area 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,698 | $1,475 | $3,835 |
| College Area 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,778 | $1,050 | $7,925 |
| College Area 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,527 | $960 | $6,400 |
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Cheapest Available College Area Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the College Area area of San Diego, CA is a 4 Beds unit found at The Rive San Diego priced from $386. Victory on Paseo has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 5 Beds apartment currently listed from $899. Here are the most affordable College Area apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Rive San Diego | 4x4 B | 4BR,4BA | $386 |
| Victory on Paseo | 5BR/3BA - A | 5BR,3BA | $899 |
| Fifty Twenty-Five | 4BR/4BA - Semi Private - Elite (D) | 4BR,4BA | $905 |
| College View | 4x4 | 4BR,4BA | $1,690 |
| Pakeva | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,095 |
| Dorado Plaza | Plan B | 2BR,1BA | $2,225 |
| Campus Village Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath- Renovated | 2BR,1BA | $2,545 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in College Area, CA
As of April 20, 2026 the best value apartment in the College Area area is the $2.68 price per square foot Plan C3 Model at The Parker in the in the Grantville neighborhood starting from $4,395. The second greatest value College Area apartment is the 4 Beds, 2 baths Model at 4464 Arendo Dr starting at $4,500 with a $3.08 price per square foot in the Rolando neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for College Area apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| The Parker | Plan C3 | 3BR,3BA | $2.68 |
| 4464 Arendo Dr | 4 Beds, 2 baths | 4BR,2BA | $3.08 |
| The Rive San Diego | 3x3 A | 3BR,3BA | $0.91 |
| Topaz | 3x3 A | 3BR,3BA | $1.74 |
| 4473 Menlo Ave, Unit B | 4473 Menlo Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.61 |
| Victory on Paseo | 3BR/2BA - Poolhouse | 3BR,2BA | $2.77 |
| Las Palmas Apartments | 2x1a-R | 2BR,1BA | $3.15 |
| Campus Village Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath- Renovated | 2BR,1BA | $3.18 |
| Dorado Plaza | Plan B | 2BR,1BA | $3.18 |
| Pakeva | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.15 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap College Area Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in College Area?
The cheapest apartment in College Area is Pakeva which is listed at $2,145, while the average apartment in College Area costs $10,500.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in College Area?
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 38 regular apartments in College Area 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 College Area?
Cheap apartments in College Area have an average cost of $1,017 which is $9,483 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in College Area.
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