
Cheap Homes for Rent in Cortez Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $1,900 (4 Rentals)
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Cortez, San Diego, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Cortez?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cortez 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,558 | $3,275 | $3,800 |
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There are currently 4 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Cortez Neighborhood of San Diego, CA.
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Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cortez, CA
As of June 22, 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 $2,400 with a $3.93 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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801 Ash St, Unit 101 | 801 Ash St | 2BR,2BA | $3.55 |
Gema | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.93 |
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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Frequently Asked Questions about Cortez
What type of rentals are currently available in Cortez?
There are currently 72 Apartments for Rent in Cortez, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,591 to $10,212. There are also 20 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Cortez ranging from $1,999 to $3,900.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Cortez?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Cortez ranges from $1,999 to $3,900 with an average monthly rent of $3,107.
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