Cheap Homes for Rent in Downtown San Diego Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $1,600 (33 Rentals)

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property at 235 Market St

235 Market St

San DiegoCA92101
property at 2568 B St

2568 B St

San DiegoCA92102
property at 206 Park Blvd

206 Park Blvd

San DiegoCA92101
property at 2078 Harrison Ave

2078 Harrison Ave

San DiegoCA92113
property at 1465 C St

1465 C St

San DiegoCA92101
property at 777 Sixth Ave

777 Sixth Ave

San DiegoCA92101
property at 525 Eleventh Ave

525 Eleventh Ave

San DiegoCA92101
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Downtown San Diego, San Diego, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Downtown San Diego Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown San Diego area of San Diego, CA is a Studio unit found at Trolley Court priced from $974. Studio 15 has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,050. Here are the most affordable Downtown San Diego apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Trolley CourtStandardStudio,$974
Studio 15Studios - 50% AMI - Utilities includedStudio,1BA$1,050
Peachtree Inn - Fully furnished units!StandardStudio,1BA$1,062
Villa De Oro ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,400
Vantaggio Little ItalySmall full size bedStudio,1BA$1,450
Island FlatsSmall StudioStudio,1BA$1,500
WLA Windsor0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,550
WLA 509 Park0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,550
Horton 4th AvenueStudiosStudio,1BA$1,602
Redwood Terrace1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,625

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown San Diego, CA

As of October 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown San Diego area is the $2.96 price per square foot 2L-1 Model at F11 East Village in the in the Balboa Park neighborhood starting from $3,599. The second greatest value Downtown San Diego apartment is the C1 Model at Form 15 starting at $3,297 with a $3.11 price per square foot in the Balboa Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown San Diego apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
F11 East Village2L-12BR,2BA$2.96
Form 15C12BR,2BA$3.11
City Villas Apartments2x22BR,2BA$2.49
Pioneer – Lofts (PIOLOF)Lofts1BR,1BA$2.89
Viridian LoftsOne Bedroom One Bath1BR,1BA$2.96
Horton 4th Avenue1BD1BR,1BA$2.60
Golden Pacific Apartments152322A- H - Renovation2BR,2BA$2.94
The Noble1x1 East Facing R1BR,1BA$2.83
900 F Street1 Bed 1 Bath B1BR,1BA$3.13
Villa De Oro ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$2.33

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Downtown San Diego, San Diego, CA

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Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown San Diego

What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown San Diego?

There are currently 1110 Apartments for Rent in Downtown San Diego, CA with pricing that ranges from $974 to $20,000. There are also 198 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown San Diego ranging from $1,675 to $25,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Downtown San Diego?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Downtown San Diego ranges from $1,675 to $25,000 with an average monthly rent of $9,364.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Downtown San Diego?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Downtown San Diego range from $2,782 to $20,000, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,900 to $13,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $4,050 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $10,000.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

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The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.