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Luther Tower - 55+ Affordable Community
1455 2nd AveSan Diego, CA 92101
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Cortez Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $1,200 (10 Rentals)
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The Helm - Affordable Housing
191 W Beech StSan 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 | $2,390 | $1,591 | $3,215 |
| Cortez 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,977 | $1,795 | $4,676 |
| Cortez 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,397 | $2,695 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 10 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Cortez Neighborhood of San Diego, CA.
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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 Luther Tower - 55+ Affordable Community priced from $1,591. The Helm - Affordable Housing has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,650. Here are the most affordable Cortez apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Luther Tower - 55+ Affordable Community | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,591 |
| The Helm - Affordable Housing | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,650 |
| Windsor Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,795 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cortez, CA
As of June 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the Cortez area is the $3.55 price per square foot 801 Ash St Model at 801 Ash St, Unit 101 in the in the Balboa Park neighborhood starting from $3,900. The second greatest value Cortez apartment is the A1 Model at Gema starting at $2,600 with a $4.26 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 801 Ash St, Unit 101 | 801 Ash St | 2BR,2BA | $3.55 |
| Gema | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $4.26 |
| Vera Cortez Hill | S1 (Premium) | Studio ,1BA | $3.46 |
| 1822 | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $3.83 |
| The Helm - Affordable Housing | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.54 |
| Stanza Little Italy | A | Studio ,1BA | $6.34 |
| Luther Tower - 55+ Affordable Community | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $4.08 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleCortez, San Diego, CA
Ranked #79
Among neighborhoods in San Diego, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.0Pet 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 $2,671.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Cortez?
The cheapest apartment in Cortez is Windsor Apartments which is listed at $1,795, while the average apartment in Cortez costs $3,600.
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 2 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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