4544 El Cerrito Dr
San DiegoCA92115
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the College West Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $700 (4 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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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 | $1,980 | $1,695 | $2,300 |
| College West 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,260 | $800 | $2,995 |
| College West 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,169 | $855 | $2,995 |
| College West 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,194 | $930 | $3,850 |
| College West 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,065 | $850 | $6,700 |
| College West 5 Bedroom Apartments | $1,571 | $871 | $2,400 |
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Best Value Apartments for Rent in College West, CA
As of December 07, 2025 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 | 152922- Renovated | 2BR,2BA | $3.10 |
| 4473 Menlo Ave, Unit H | 4473 Menlo Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.61 |
| Hardy Avenue Apartments | Available now and for Fall 2025 - Steps to SDSU... | 3BR,2BA | $4.02 |
| 4857 College Ave, Unit 301 | 4857 College Ave | 2BR,2BA | $2.82 |
| Victory on Paseo | 3BR/2BA - Poolhouse | 3BR,2BA | $2.65 |
| Campus Village Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath- Renovated | 2BR,1BA | $3.18 |
| 5831 Adelaide Ave, Unit back apartment | 5831 Adelaide Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.67 |
| Aztec Lofts Apartments | 150511 | 1BR,1BA | $3.79 |
Getting Around the College West Neighborhood in San Diego, CA
Walk Score®
78 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
47 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
54 / 100
Good Transit
Many nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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 Aztec Lofts Apartments which is listed at $1,895, while the average apartment in College West costs $11,150.
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 37 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 $1,331 which is $9,819 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in College West.
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