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1471 8th AveSan Diego, CA 92101
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310 A StSan Diego, CA 92101
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191 W Beech StSan Diego, CA 92101
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1808 3rd AveSan Diego, CA 92101
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889 Date St, Unit 541
889 Date StSan Diego, CA 92101
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1330-1338 8th Ave
1330-1338 8th AveSan Diego, CA 92101
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Mills at Cortez Hill
1643 6th AveSan Diego, CA 92101
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889 Date St
889 Date StSan Diego, CA 92101
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Aria
1441 9th AveSan Diego, CA 92101
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Solara Lofts
1551 4th AveSan Diego, CA 92101
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850 Beech St
850 Beech StSan Diego, CA 92101
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419 W Beech St
419 W Beech StSan Diego, CA 92101
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Historic Little Italy Bungalows
1668 Front StSan Diego, CA 92101
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Foley Plaza at Bankers Hill
1801 5th AveSan Diego, CA 92101
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410 Elm St
410 Elm StSan Diego, CA 92101
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Las Lomitas Apartments
1302 8th AveSan Diego, CA 92101
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Park View Condos
1650 8th AveSan Diego, CA 92101
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935-949 E Date St
935-949 E Date StSan Diego, CA 92101
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1546 5th Ave
1546 5th AveSan Diego, CA 92101
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El Cortez
702 Ash StSan Diego, CA 92101
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CityMark
1516-1548 10th AveSan Diego, CA 92101
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1401-1421 2nd Ave
1401-1421 2nd AveSan Diego, CA 92101
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1602-1620 8th Ave
1602-1620 8th AveSan Diego, CA 92101
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Mayfair Apartments
1609 8th AveSan Diego, CA 92101
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Soleil Court Condos
1539-1557 9th AveSan Diego, CA 92101
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Beech Tower
1514 7th AveSan Diego, CA 92101
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1556 2nd Ave
1556 2nd AveSan Diego, CA 92101
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1445 Front St
1445 Front StSan Diego, CA 92101
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Cortez Hill Apartments
1616 9th AveSan Diego, CA 92101
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Vera Cortez Hill
1399 Ninth AveSan Diego, CA 92101
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Cortez Heights Apartments
712 Cedar StSan Diego, CA 92101
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Centre City Apartments
1534 Front StSan Diego, CA 92101
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1732 5th Ave
1732 5th AveSan Diego, CA 92101
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Westminster Manor
1730 3rd AveSan Diego, CA 92101
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New Palace Hotel
1814 5th AveSan Diego, CA 92101
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El Roberto Apartments
942 Beech StSan Diego, CA 92101
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Wilsonian
1545 2nd AveSan Diego, CA 92101
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Elliot Arms Apartments
1562 7th AveSan Diego, CA 92101
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Grandview Apartments
1820 4th AveSan Diego, CA 92101
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Sandford Hotel
1301-1333 5th 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 | $2,854 | $1,350 | $3,475 |
| Cortez 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,540 | $1,495 | $4,262 |
| Cortez 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,289 | $2,999 | $5,655 |
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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 $1,350. 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 | $1,350 |
| The Helm - Affordable Housing | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,650 |
| Vera Cortez Hill | S1 (Premium) | Studio,1BA | $1,934 |
| 1822 | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2,095 |
| GEMA | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,329 |
| Ancora | S2 | Studio,1BA | $2,500 |
| Stanza Little Italy | A | Studio,1BA | $2,818 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cortez, CA
As of January 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the Cortez area is the $3.60 price per square foot 889 Date St Model at 889 Date St, Unit 541 in the in the Balboa Park neighborhood starting from $3,500. The second greatest value Cortez apartment is the A2 (Premium) Model at Vera Cortez Hill starting at $2,431 with a $3.33 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 889 Date St, Unit 541 | 889 Date St | 1BR,2BA | $3.60 |
| Vera Cortez Hill | A2 (Premium) | 1BR,1BA | $3.33 |
| GEMA | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.82 |
| Ancora | A3 | 1BR,1BA | $6.33 |
| 1822 | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $3.74 |
| The Helm - Affordable Housing | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.44 |
| Stanza Little Italy | A | Studio ,1BA | $6.69 |
| Luther Tower - 55+ Affordable Community | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.46 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Cortez Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Cortez?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Cortez is at Luther Tower - 55+ Affordable Community listed at $1,350.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Cortez Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Cortez Apartment is $1,860 at Luther Tower - 55+ Affordable Community.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Cortez Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Cortez is starting from $2,850 at Vera Cortez Hill.
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