
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the College West Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $700 (36 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the College West area of San Diego.


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Victory on Paseo

Room in Shared 7 bed/3 bath home, Unit A

4972 54th St

4775 54th St

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5809 Lindo Paseo

5464 Gilbert Dr

College View

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5072 Madison Ave

4770 55th St, Unit 4770 GROUND, Unit 4770 GROUND

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Aztec Lofts

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4510 48th St, Unit 1BR, Unit 1BR

4465 48th St

5254 Adams Ave

4843 Collwood Blvd

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4473 Menlo Ave, Unit B, Unit B
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Campus Village Apartments

Talmadge Senior Village(55+ Senior Community)

Winona Towers

Wesley Terrace Apartments

4568 Altadena Ave

6101 Adelaide Ave

5841-5843 El Cajon Blvd

College Campanile - Historical Access

Talmadge on 44th
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4477 48th St

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5438 Gilbert Dr

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4611 Altadena Ave

5885 El Cajon Blvd

4922 Tierra Baja Way

4560 60th St

4471 56th St
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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 | $1,819 | $850 | $2,380 |
| College West 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,408 | $1,495 | $2,995 |
| College West 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,937 | $855 | $2,900 |
| College West 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,335 | $1,050 | $3,850 |
| College West 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,463 | $850 | $3,900 |
| College West 5 Bedroom Apartments | $2,821 | $899 | $7,700 |
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There are currently 36 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 $899. Fifty Twenty-Five has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 4 Beds apartment currently listed from $905. 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 | $899 |
| Fifty Twenty-Five | 4BR/4BA - Semi Private - Elite (D) | 4BR,4BA | $905 |
| College View | 4x4 | 4BR,4BA | $1,690 |
| Talmadge on 44th | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,995 |
| PR Talmadge Apartments | 2x1 Talmadge Point Upgrade | 2BR,1BA | $2,395 |
| Campus Village Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $2,475 |
| Talmadge Canyon Park | Plan 1 | 2BR,2BA | $2,900 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in College West, CA
As of April 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the College West area is the $1.74 price per square foot 3x3 A Model at Topaz in the in the College West neighborhood starting from $1,890. The second greatest value College West apartment is the Plan 1 Model at Talmadge Canyon Park starting at $2,900 with a $2.90 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 | $1.74 |
| Talmadge Canyon Park | Plan 1 | 2BR,2BA | $2.90 |
| 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 |
| PR Talmadge Apartments | 2x1 Talmadge Point Upgrade | 2BR,1BA | $2.83 |
| Union Grantville | B2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.96 |
| Victory on Paseo | 3BR/2BA - Poolhouse | 3BR,2BA | $2.77 |
| Campus Village Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $3.09 |
| Talmadge on 44th | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.74 |
| College View | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $4.88 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap College West Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom College West Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom College West Apartment is $1,995 at Talmadge on 44th.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom College West Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in College West is starting from $1,009 at Fifty Twenty-Five.
What is the most affordable College West Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap College West Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Victory on Paseo and starts from $1,050.
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