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Windsor Apartments
1808 3rd AveSan Diego, CA 92101
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Cortez Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $800 (6 Rentals)
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The Helm - Affordable Housing
191 W Beech StSan Diego, CA 92101
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$1,737 - $1,860Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Luther Tower - 55+ Affordable Community
1455 2nd AveSan Diego, CA 92101
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Cortez, San Diego, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Cortez?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cortez Studio Apartments | $2,600 | $1,595 | $3,050 |
| Cortez 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,275 | $1,860 | $4,123 |
| Cortez 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,447 | $3,199 | $9,066 |
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Cheapest Available Cortez Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Cortez area of San Diego, CA is a Studio unit found at The Helm - Affordable Housing priced from $1,650. Luther Tower - 55+ Affordable Community has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,737. Here are the most affordable Cortez apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Helm - Affordable Housing | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,650 |
| Luther Tower - 55+ Affordable Community | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,737 |
| Vera Cortez Hill | S1 (Premium) | Studio,1BA | $1,944 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cortez, CA
As of October 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the Cortez area is the $3.71 price per square foot 889 Date St Model at 889 Date St, Unit 541 in the in the Balboa Park neighborhood starting from $3,600. The second greatest value Cortez apartment is the 1501 Front St Model at 1501 Front St starting at $3,300 with a $3.81 price per square foot in the Balboa Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Cortez apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| 889 Date St, Unit 541 | 889 Date St | 1BR,2BA | $3.71 |
| 1501 Front St | 1501 Front St | 1BR,1BA | $3.81 |
| Stanza Little Italy | PH02 | 1BR,1BA | $5.85 |
| GEMA | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.91 |
| Vera Cortez Hill | S1 (Premium) | Studio ,1BA | $3.41 |
| 1822 | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $3.74 |
| The Helm - Affordable Housing | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.54 |
| Luther Tower - 55+ Affordable Community | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $4.45 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleCortez, San Diego, CA
Ranked #115
Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Getting Around the Cortez Neighborhood in San Diego, CA
Walk Score®
97 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
59 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
79 / 100
Excellent Transit
Transit is convenient for most trips
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 Cortez Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Cortez?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Cortez is under $2,463.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Cortez?
The cheapest apartment in Cortez is Luther Tower - 55+ Affordable Community which is listed at $1,860, while the average apartment in Cortez costs $4,351.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Cortez?
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 3 regular apartments in Cortez that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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Top 10 Most Affordable Neighborhoods in San Diego: A Local Real Estate Expert Guide
Written by: Hayden Goldberg
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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.
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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Everything is a negotiation in real estate!
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Written by: Trey Huguley
The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.