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5505 Lindo PaseoSan Diego, CA 92115
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the College West Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $700 (10 Rentals)
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Private bedroom in 7 bed/3 bath Home
5634 Mary Ln Dr
San DiegoCA92115
Private bedroom in 7 bed/3 bath Home
5634 Mary Ln Dr
San DiegoCA92115
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San DiegoCA92115
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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 | $2,406 | $1,495 | $2,659 |
| College West 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,991 | $1,450 | $8,250 |
| College West 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,566 | $855 | $6,705 |
| College West 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,346 | $930 | $4,915 |
| College West 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,812 | $850 | $5,200 |
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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 2 Beds unit found at Union Grantville priced from $1,650. College View has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 4 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,890. Here are the most affordable College West apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Union Grantville | B10 | 2BR,2BA | $1,650 |
| College View | 4x4-F | 4BR,4BA | $1,890 |
| 64 Forty | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,900 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in College West, CA
As of June 08, 2025 the best value apartment in the College West area is the $0.99 price per square foot 6x3 Private Model at Paseo Place in the in the College West neighborhood starting from $1,899. The second greatest value College West apartment is the B1 Model at IMT Mission Valley starting at $3,035 with a $2.78 price per square foot in the College West 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paseo Place | 6x3 Private | 6BR,3BA | $0.99 |
| IMT Mission Valley | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $2.78 |
| Topaz | 3x3 A | 3BR,3BA | $2.07 |
| Mission Pacific Apartments | 152922- Renovated | 2BR,2BA | $3.00 |
| Talmadge on 44th | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $2.62 |
| 4473 Menlo Ave, Unit K | 4473 Menlo Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.61 |
| 5831 Adelaide Ave | 5831 Adelaide Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.66 |
| Prado Apartments | The Essex | 1BR,1BA | $3.12 |
| 4577 50th St, Unit A | 4577 50th St | 1BR,1BA | $2.76 |
| 4857 College Ave, Unit 308 | 4857 College Ave | 1BR,1BA | $3.36 |
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 a cheap apartment in College West?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in College West is under $2,226.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in College West?
The cheapest apartment in College West is Prado Apartments which is listed at $2,190, while the average apartment in College West costs $3,568.
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 33 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 $1,706 which is $1,862 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in College West.
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