4544 El Cerrito Dr
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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the College West Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $700 (6 Rentals)
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Victory on Paseo
5505 Lindo PaseoSan 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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Wesley Terrace Apartments
5343 Monroe AveSan Diego, CA 92115
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4568 Altadena Ave
4568 Altadena AveSan Diego, CA 92115
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College West, San Diego, CA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in College West?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| College West Studio Apartments | $2,185 | $1,895 | $2,330 |
| College West 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,410 | $850 | $2,995 |
| College West 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,056 | $855 | $3,200 |
| College West 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,357 | $1,065 | $3,910 |
| College West 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,647 | $875 | $6,400 |
| College West 5 Bedroom Apartments | $1,421 | $914 | $2,165 |
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Cheapest Available College West Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the College West area of San Diego, CA is a 5 Beds unit found at Victory on Paseo priced from $914. Fifty Twenty-Five has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 4 Beds apartment currently listed from $926. Here are the most affordable College West apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Victory on Paseo | 5BR/3BA - A | 5BR,3BA | $914 |
| Fifty Twenty-Five | 4BR/4BA - Semi Private - Elite (D) | 4BR,4BA | $926 |
| College View | 4x4 | 4BR,4BA | $1,690 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in College West, CA
As of March 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the College West area is the $1.76 price per square foot 3x3 A Model at Topaz in the in the College West neighborhood starting from $1,920. The second greatest value College West apartment is the Plan 1 Model at Talmadge Canyon Park starting at $2,850 with a $2.85 price per square foot in the Balboa Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for College West apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Topaz | 3x3 A | 3BR,3BA | $1.76 |
| Talmadge Canyon Park | Plan 1 | 2BR,2BA | $2.85 |
| 4473 Menlo Ave, Unit B | 4473 Menlo Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.61 |
| Aztec Campus Apartments *Parking Included* | 3 Bedroom 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $4.51 |
| Union Grantville | B2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.96 |
| Victory on Paseo | 3BR/2BA - Poolhouse | 3BR,2BA | $2.79 |
| Campus Village Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath- Renovated | 2BR,1BA | $3.18 |
| Mission Pacific Apartments | 152911 Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $3.58 |
| College View | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $4.88 |
| Fifty Twenty-Five | Studio - Premium | Studio ,1BA | $5.24 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap College West Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in College West?
The cheapest apartment in College West is Mission Pacific Apartments which is listed at $2,295, while the average apartment in College West costs $9,000.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in College West?
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 West 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 West?
Cheap apartments in College West have an average cost of $1,486 which is $7,514 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in College West.
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