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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the College East Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $995 (36 Rentals)
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0 Gary St
0 Gary StSan Diego, CA 92115
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64Forty
6440 El Cajon BlvdSan Diego, CA 92115
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Aztec Pacific Apartments
6623-6663 Montezuma RdSan Diego, CA 92115
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4767 Soria Dr, Unit Soria Drive
4767 Soria DrSan Diego, CA 92115
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6150 El Cajon BlvdSan Diego, CA 92115
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The Belmont
4812 70th StSan Diego, CA 92115
6305 Stanley Ave
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Palmilla
5474 Reservoir DrSan Diego, CA 92120
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$2,150
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5025 College Ave, Unit College Ave Apartment
5025 College AveSan Diego, CA 92115
4709 Soria Dr
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6765 Alvarado Rd, Unit 10
6765 Alvarado Rd
San DiegoCA92120
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Courtyard on 68th
4823 68th StSan Diego, CA 92115
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5139 Ewing St
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6419 Shane Pl
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5011 63rd St
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4781 SEMINOLE Dr
4781 SEMINOLE DrSan Diego, CA 92115
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Crescent Gardens Apartments
4881 Rolando CtSan Diego, CA 92115
7218 1/2 Amherst St
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Vista Capri East
4666 63rd StSan Diego, CA 92115
6653 Julie St
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6650 Amherst St
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4860 Rolando Ct
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Harriet Tubman House Apartments
6880 Mohawk StSan Diego, CA 92115
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The Solstice
7240 El Cajon BlvdSan Diego, CA 92115
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La Cuesta
7272 Saranac StLa Mesa, CA 91942
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4869 Benton Way, Unit New Private Apartment
4869 Benton WayLa Mesa, CA 91942
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Adagio
5427 Lake Murray BlvdLa Mesa, CA 91942
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4744 70th St
4744 70th StLa Mesa, CA 91942
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Keeney Plaza Apartment
5010 Keeney StLa Mesa, CA 91942
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Fleetwood Apartments
7200 Saranac StLa Mesa, CA 91942
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College East, San Diego, CA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in College East?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| College East Studio Apartments | $2,192 | $1,650 | $2,659 |
| College East 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,473 | $1,375 | $3,099 |
| College East 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,000 | $1,323 | $5,066 |
| College East 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,179 | $2,579 | $4,599 |
| College East 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,107 | $995 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available College East Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the College East area of San Diego, CA is a 4 Beds unit found at The Rive San Diego priced from $1,034. 64Forty has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,787. Here are the most affordable College East apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Rive San Diego | 4x4 B | 4BR,4BA | $1,034 |
| 64Forty | S1 | Studio,1BA | $1,787 |
| Aztec Pacific Apartments | 150611 | 1BR,1BA | $1,795 |
| Plaza - FREE Parking Included* | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,895 |
| Palmilla | S1: 0 Bed 1 Bath | Studio,1BA | $2,101 |
| 5061 72nd St | 2 Bedroom at 72nd | 2BR,1BA | $2,395 |
| Atlas Alvarado | S1 | Studio,1BA | $2,422 |
| Dorchester STOP IN FOR MOVE IN BONUS! | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $2,725 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in College East, CA
As of August 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the College East area is the $0.78 price per square foot 8 Bedroom Studio Suites Model at 6nineteen in the in the College West neighborhood starting from $1,399. The second greatest value College East apartment is the Plan D/E - 2x2 Model at The Penthouse Apartments MOVE IN BONUS starting at $2,865 with a $2.39 price per square foot in the Rolando neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for College East apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6nineteen | 8 Bedroom Studio Suites | Studio ,1BA | $0.78 |
| The Penthouse Apartments MOVE IN BONUS | Plan D/E - 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.39 |
| The Rive San Diego | 2x2 B | 2BR,2BA | $1.04 |
| Dorchester STOP IN FOR MOVE IN BONUS! | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.57 |
| Monte | 3x2 G | 4BR,2BA | $1.14 |
| Stateside | 2X2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.36 |
| SETA | A3 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.27 |
| Iconic on Alvarado - Lease by the Bed | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.58 |
| 4767 Soria Dr, Unit Soria Drive | 4767 Soria Dr | 2BR,1BA | $2.40 |
| Plaza - FREE Parking Included* | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.41 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap College East Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in College East?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in College East is under $2,725.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in College East?
The cheapest apartment in College East is Aztec Pacific Apartments which is listed at $1,795, while the average apartment in College East costs $2,651.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in College East?
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 4 regular apartments in College East 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 East?
Cheap apartments in College East have an average cost of $157 which is $2,494 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in College East.
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