Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Core-columbia Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $500 (45 Rentals)
Cheap Apartments in the Core-columbia area of San Diego.

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Core-columbia, San Diego, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Core-columbia?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Core-columbia Studio Apartments | $2,599 | $1,062 | $4,701 |
Core-columbia 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,351 | $1,550 | $10,000+ |
Core-columbia 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,836 | $2,095 | $10,000+ |
Core-columbia 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,605 | $3,355 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 45 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Core-columbia Neighborhood of San Diego, CA.
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Cheapest Available Core-columbia Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Core-columbia area of San Diego, CA is a Studio unit found at Peachtree Inn priced from $1,062. The Merian has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,255. Here are the most affordable Core-columbia apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Peachtree Inn | Standard | Studio,1BA | $1,062 |
The Merian | SE-C (Affordable Housing) | Studio,1BA | $1,255 |
Vantaggio Little Italy | Small full size bed | Studio,1BA | $1,450 |
WLA 509 Park | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,550 |
Luther Tower - 55+ Affordable Community | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,551 |
Windsor Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,595 |
WLA Windsor | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,650 |
Studios435: Furnished Studios | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,695 |
Island Flats | Island Flats - APPLICATION WAITING LIST! | Studio,1BA | $1,700 |
2311 4th Ave | 0/1 | Studio,1BA | $1,725 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Core-columbia, CA
As of May 03, 2025 the best value apartment in the Core-columbia area is the $2.71 price per square foot B2BD Model at Strata in the in the Balboa Park neighborhood starting from $4,399. The second greatest value Core-columbia apartment is the Large 2 Bed 1.5 Bath Model at Koll Center starting at $2,850 with a $2.71 price per square foot in the Balboa Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Core-columbia apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Strata | B2BD | 2BR,2BA | $2.71 |
Koll Center | Large 2 Bed 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.71 |
Greystone Lofts | 2/2 Loft | 1BR,2BA | $2.62 |
Pioneer – Lofts (PIOLOF) | Lofts | 1BR,1BA | $2.45 |
Cornerstone Lofts | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.50 |
Viridian Lofts | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.27 |
Pacific Vu Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.35 |
Horton 4th Avenue | 1BD | 1BR,1BA | $2.84 |
Villa De Oro Apartments | 2 bedrooms | 2BR,1BA | $2.63 |
2311 4th Ave | 0/1 | Studio ,1BA | $3.13 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Core-columbia Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Core-columbia?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Core-columbia is at Peachtree Inn listed at $1,062.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Core-columbia Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Core-columbia Apartment is $1,795 at Windsor Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Core-columbia Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Core-columbia is starting from $2,100 at Villa De Oro Apartments.
What is the most affordable Core-columbia Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Core-columbia Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Pinnacle Broadway and starts from $3,885.
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