
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the College West Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $700 (5 Rentals)
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College West, San Diego, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in College West?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| College West Studio Apartments | $1,936 | $1,907 | $1,995 |
| College West 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,318 | $1,590 | $3,150 |
| College West 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,158 | $855 | $3,200 |
| College West 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,148 | $930 | $3,900 |
| College West 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,056 | $875 | $6,400 |
| College West 5 Bedroom Apartments | $1,697 | $871 | $3,800 |
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There are currently 5 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the College West Neighborhood of San Diego, CA.
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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 $871. Fifty Twenty-Five has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 4 Beds apartment currently listed from $890. 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 | $871 |
| Fifty Twenty-Five | 4BR/4BA - Semi Private - Elite (D) | 4BR,4BA | $890 |
| College View | 4x4 | 4BR,4BA | $1,650 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in College West, CA
As of January 23, 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 $2,550 with a $2.55 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 | $2.55 |
| Mission Pacific Apartments | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $2.72 |
| 4473 Menlo Ave, Unit B | 4473 Menlo Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.61 |
| Hardy Avenue Apartments | Available now and for Fall 2025 - Steps to SDSU... | 3BR,2BA | $4.02 |
| Aztec Campus Apartments | 3 Bedroom 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $4.53 |
| Victory on Paseo | 3BR/2BA - Poolhouse | 3BR,2BA | $2.65 |
| Campus Village Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath- Renovated | 2BR,1BA | $3.18 |
| Union Grantville | A3 | 1BR,1BA | $4.05 |
| Aztec Lofts Apartments | 6165-04 | 1BR,1BA | $3.79 |
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 Talmadge Pacific Apartments which is listed at $1,795, while the average apartment in College West costs $10,825.
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 35 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 $1,337 which is $9,488 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in College West.
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