
Cheap Homes for Rent in the Darnall Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $1,850 (9 Rentals)
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Darnall?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Darnall 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,895 | $2,350 | $3,995 |
| Darnall 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,874 | $3,199 | $4,500 |
| Darnall 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,363 | $4,095 | $4,500 |
| Darnall 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,897 | $4,500 | $5,295 |
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There are currently 9 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Darnall Neighborhood of San Diego, CA.
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Cheapest Available Darnall Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Darnall area of San Diego, CA is a 4 Beds unit found at The Rive San Diego priced from $1,034. Terrace Gardens Apartments - Seniors 55+ has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,400. Here are the most affordable Darnall apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Rive San Diego | 4x4 B | 4BR,4BA | $1,034 |
| Terrace Gardens Apartments - Seniors 55+ | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,400 |
| University Gardens | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,450 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Darnall, CA
As of August 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Darnall area is the $1.04 price per square foot 2x2 B Model at The Rive San Diego in the in the Rolando neighborhood starting from $1,129. The second greatest value Darnall apartment is the 6305 Acorn St Model at 6305 Acorn St, Unit 6305 starting at $2,595 with a $2.88 price per square foot in the Rolando neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Darnall apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Rive San Diego | 2x2 B | 2BR,2BA | $1.04 |
| 6305 Acorn St, Unit 6305 | 6305 Acorn St | 2BR,2BA | $2.88 |
| Campus Village Apartments | Renovated 2 Bed 1 Bath Apartment Near SDSU With... | 2BR,1BA | $3.09 |
| Lantana Hills Apartment Homes | 2 Bed 1 Bath Garage | 2BR,1BA | $3.04 |
| Casa La Mesa | 1x1 A | 1BR,1BA | $3.07 |
| 4307 | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.92 |
| Willow Glen Apartments | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.08 |
| Dorado Plaza | Plan A | 1BR,1BA | $3.02 |
| University Gardens | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.64 |
| Terrace Gardens Apartments - Seniors 55+ | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.75 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Darnall?
There are currently 143 Apartments for Rent in Darnall, CA with pricing that ranges from $850 to $5,500. There are also 37 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Darnall ranging from $1,895 to $5,295.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Darnall?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Darnall ranges from $1,895 to $5,295 with an average monthly rent of $3,302.
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