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Victory on Paseo
5505 Lindo PaseoSan Diego, CA 92115
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Del Cerro Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $700 (23 Rentals)
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Private bedroom in 7 bed/3 bath Home
5634 Mary Ln Dr
San DiegoCA92115
Private bedroom in 7 bed/3 bath Home
5634 Mary Ln Dr
San DiegoCA92115
Private bedroom in 7 bed/3 bath Home
5634 Mary Lane Dr
San DiegoCA92115
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from $1,5501 Bedroom Apartment Available Jul 1
5540 Lindo Paseo, Unit #11
5540 Lindo PaseoSan Diego, CA 92115
5072 Madison Ave
San DiegoCA92115
0 Curry Dr
San DiegoCA92115
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0 Gary St
San DiegoCA92115
6559 Eldridge St
San DiegoCA92120
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Talmadge Senior Village(55+ Senior Community)
5252 El Cajon BlvdSan Diego, CA 92115
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Del Cerro, San Diego, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Del Cerro?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Del Cerro Studio Apartments | $2,320 | $1,575 | $3,380 |
| Del Cerro 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,776 | $1,550 | $4,025 |
| Del Cerro 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,119 | $855 | $5,079 |
| Del Cerro 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,600 | $930 | $5,000 |
| Del Cerro 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,963 | $850 | $5,800 |
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There are currently 23 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Del Cerro Neighborhood of San Diego, CA.
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Cheapest Available Del Cerro Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Del Cerro area of San Diego, CA is a 4 Beds unit found at The Rive San Diego priced from $855. Union Grantville has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,650. Here are the most affordable Del Cerro apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Rive San Diego | 4x4 B | 4BR,4BA | $855 |
| Union Grantville | B10 | 2BR,2BA | $1,650 |
| Vista Capri East | 1BR's No Patio | 1BR,1BA | $1,695 |
| Palmilla | 0x1 | Studio,1BA | $1,800 |
| The Flats | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,830 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Del Cerro, CA
As of May 30, 2025 the best value apartment in the Del Cerro area is the $2.76 price per square foot Plan C4 Model at The Parker in the in the Grantville neighborhood starting from $4,630. The second greatest value Del Cerro apartment is the A1 Model at Trio Townhomes starting at $3,374 with a $2.67 price per square foot in the Del Cerro neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Del Cerro apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Parker | Plan C4 | 3BR,2.5BA | $2.76 |
| Trio Townhomes | A1 | 2BR,2.5BA | $2.67 |
| The Penthouse Apartments "Call for Specials" | 2+2 Plan A - REMODEL | 2BR,2BA | $2.57 |
| Topaz | 3x3 A | 3BR,3BA | $2.07 |
| Paseo Place | 2x2 Shared | 2BR,2BA | $1.29 |
| Latitude Apartments at Mission Valley | Two Bedroom Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.68 |
| Casa La Mesa | 2x2 C | 2BR,2BA | $2.74 |
| 4473 Menlo Ave, Unit K | 4473 Menlo Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.61 |
| Dorchester "Call for Specials" | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.74 |
| 5831 Adelaide Ave | 5831 Adelaide Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.66 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDel Cerro, San Diego, CA
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4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Del Cerro, San Diego, CA
Patrick Henry High School
San Diego Unified School District
Public School - Grades 9-12 (2607)
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Getting Around the Del Cerro Neighborhood in San Diego, CA
Walk Score®
47 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
29 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
39 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
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 Del Cerro Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Del Cerro?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Del Cerro is under $1,895.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Del Cerro?
The cheapest apartment in Del Cerro is Vista Capri East which is listed at $1,695, while the average apartment in Del Cerro costs $3,895.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Del Cerro?
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 47 regular apartments in Del Cerro that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Del Cerro?
Cheap apartments in Del Cerro have an average cost of $1,552 which is $2,343 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Del Cerro.
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