Cheap Homes for Rent in Del Cerro Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $1,000 (28 Rentals)

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Del Cerro, San Diego, CA Local Guide

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 $386. Fifty Twenty-Five has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 4 Beds apartment currently listed from $855. Here are the most affordable Del Cerro apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Rive San Diego4x4 B4BR,4BA$386
Fifty Twenty-Five4BR/4BA - Semi Private - Elite (D)4BR,4BA$855
Victory on Paseo5BR/3BA - A5BR,3BA$871
College View4x44BR,4BA$1,630
StateMinor1BR,1BA$1,685
Dorado PlazaPlan A1BR,1BA$1,720
Aztec Pacific Apartments1506111BR,1BA$1,795
64 FortyStudioStudio,1BA$1,800
Aztec Lofts Apartments1505111BR,1BA$1,895
The Belmont1, 2, 3, 4, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 12, 14, 15, 17, 18...1BR,1BA$1,895

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Del Cerro, CA

As of December 31, 2025 the best value apartment in the Del Cerro area is the $2.56 price per square foot A1 Model at Trio Townhomes in the in the Del Cerro neighborhood starting from $3,228. The second greatest value Del Cerro apartment is the A Model at Courtyard on 68th starting at $2,400 with a $2.00 price per square foot in the Rolando neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Del Cerro apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Trio TownhomesA12BR,2.5BA$2.56
Courtyard on 68thA2BR,2BA$2.00
The Penthouse Apartments "Call for Specials"2+2 Plan C2BR,2BA$2.61
Topaz3x3 A3BR,3BA$1.76
The Rive San Diego2x2 B2BR,2BA$1.03
4473 Menlo Ave, Unit H4473 Menlo Ave2BR,1BA$2.51
Iconic on Alvarado: Off-Campus Student HousingB12BR,2BA$1.80
Victory on Paseo3BR/2BA - Poolhouse3BR,2BA$2.65
Latitude Apartments at Mission ValleyOne Bedroom One Bath1BR,1BA$2.43
5831 Adelaide Ave, Unit back apartment5831 Adelaide Ave2BR,1BA$2.67

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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

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The Student Renter's Ultimate Guide to Finding the Perfect San Diego Neighborhood to Rent

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Del Cerro, San Diego, CA

Ranked #26

Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Frequently Asked Questions about Del Cerro

What type of rentals are currently available in Del Cerro?

There are currently 617 Apartments for Rent in Del Cerro, CA with pricing that ranges from $850 to $12,800. There are also 292 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Del Cerro ranging from $1,000 to $15,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Del Cerro?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Del Cerro ranges from $1,000 to $15,000 with an average monthly rent of $6,724.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Del Cerro?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Del Cerro range from $930 to $5,376, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,695 to $8,450. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,698 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $850.

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