
Cheap Homes for Rent in Core-columbia Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $1,600 (20 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Homes available for rent right now in the Core-columbia area of San Diego.


2263 Fourth Ave

417 Juniper St

2261 4th Ave

2241 Fourth Ave

2321 Brant St
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1643 Sixth Ave

1080 Park Blvd

417 W Kalmia St

253 10th Ave, Unit 628, Unit 628

1465 C St

1551 4th Ave, Unit 412, Unit 412
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445 Island Ave

1642 7th Ave

1400 Broadway, Unit 1402, Unit 1402

1501 Front St

1080 Park Blvd, Unit 710

427 Ninth Ave
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1050 Island Ave

875 G St
Core-columbia, San Diego, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Core-columbia?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Core-columbia 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,414 | $3,150 | $9,800 |
| Core-columbia 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,581 | $3,350 | $8,900 |
Browse Homes for Rent in this Neighborhood
There are currently 20 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 Arlington Apartments priced from $900. Trolley Court has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $974. Here are the most affordable Core-columbia apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arlington Apartments | Single Room Occupant | Studio, | $900 |
| Trolley Court | Standard | Studio, | $974 |
| Studio 15 | Studios - 50% AMI - Utilities included | Studio,1BA | $1,050 |
| Peachtree Inn - Fully furnished units! | Standard | Studio,1BA | $1,062 |
| Island Village Apartments | Studio ALL UTILITIES Included | Studio,1BA | $1,300 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Core-columbia, CA
As of May 16, 2026 the best value apartment in the Core-columbia area is the $1.70 price per square foot One Bedroom One Bath Model at Viridian Lofts in the in the Balboa Park neighborhood starting from $2,524. The second greatest value Core-columbia apartment is the Lofts Model at Pioneer – Lofts (PIOLOF) starting at $2,395 with a $2.08 price per square foot in the Horton Plaza 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Viridian Lofts | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.70 |
| Pioneer – Lofts (PIOLOF) | Lofts | 1BR,1BA | $2.08 |
| F11 East Village | 2J-1 | 2BR,2BA | $3.19 |
| Villa Maria Apartments | Two Bedroom in Little Italy / San Diego | 2BR,1.5BA | $3.12 |
| MBS Studios | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.56 |
| GEMA | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $3.15 |
| Horton 4th Avenue | 1BD | 1BR,1BA | $2.82 |
| Koll Center | Large 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.00 |
| Villa De Oro Apartments | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.90 |
| Vera Cortez Hill | S1 (Premium) | Studio ,1BA | $3.27 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Core-columbia
What type of rentals are currently available in Core-columbia?
There are currently 517 Apartments for Rent in Core-columbia, CA with pricing that ranges from $900 to $22,728. There are also 95 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Core-columbia ranging from $1,695 to $9,800.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Core-columbia?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Core-columbia ranges from $1,695 to $9,800 with an average monthly rent of $3,807.
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