Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Eastern San Diego Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $1,304 (48 Rentals)

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Gold Coast Apartments
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$2,280 - $3,200

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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Gold Coast Apartments

9585 Gold Coast DrSan Diego, CA 92126
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Elan - Scripps Terrace
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$2,395 - $2,695

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Base Rent$2,395 - $2,695

Total Monthly Price$2,395 - $2,695
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Elan - Scripps Terrace

10940 Scripps Ranch BlvdSan Diego, CA 92131
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Carroll Apartments
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$2,400 - $3,200

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Base Rent$2,400 - $3,200

Total Monthly Price$2,400 - $3,200
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Carroll Apartments

9494 Carroll Canyon RdSan Diego, CA 92126
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Ascent at Campus Life
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$2,488 - $4,027

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Ascent at Campus Life

9890 Graduate DrivewaySan Diego, CA 92131
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Legacy
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$2,503 - $8,491

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Legacy

9320 Hillery DrSan Diego, CA 92126
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property at 9949 Erma Rd
$2,800

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9949 Erma Rd, Unit 204

9949 Erma Rd
San DiegoCA92131
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$2,800

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Base Rent$2,800

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8680 New Salem St, Unit 147

8680 New Salem St
San DiegoCA92126
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Poway Villas
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Poway Villas

13001 Bowron RdPoway, CA 92064
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Village Pines
2 Bedroom Apartments

Village Pines

13340-13348 Community RdPoway, CA 92064
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Sofi Poway
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Sofi Poway

13409 Midland RdPoway, CA 92064

Eastern San Diego, San Diego, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Eastern San Diego Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Eastern San Diego area of San Diego, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Oak Creek priced from $2,170. The Quincy has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,195. Here are the most affordable Eastern San Diego apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Oak Creek1 Bedroom/ 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2,170
The QuincyStudioStudio,1BA$2,195
Parklane Apartments1/1 Remodel1BR,1BA$2,295
Pomerado Gardens Apartments2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$2,300
Miramar Townhomes - Military HousingTwo Bedroom - MRTC22BR,2BA$2,300
Gold Coast ApartmentsCypress Remodel1BR,1BA$2,350
eaves Rancho PenasquitosA11BR,1BA$2,425
Ridgewood VillageWillow1BR,1BA$2,431
Canyon View Apartments2 Beds, 2 Baths2BR,2BA$2,450
The Magnolia1B/1B1BR,1BA$2,495

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Eastern San Diego, CA

As of September 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the Eastern San Diego area is the $3.23 price per square foot Reserve - 2A Model at Casa Mira View Apartments in the in the Mira Mesa neighborhood starting from $3,990. The second greatest value Eastern San Diego apartment is the Three Bedroom Model at Carroll Apartments starting at $3,000 with a $2.78 price per square foot in the Mira Mesa neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Eastern San Diego apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Casa Mira View ApartmentsReserve - 2A2BR,2BA$3.23
Carroll ApartmentsThree Bedroom3BR,2BA$2.78
West Village Poway ApartmentsB42BR,2BA$3.18
Sofi Highlands2 Bedroom 2 Bath (A)2BR,2BA$3.14
Sofi Westview2 Bedroom 2 Bath A Renovated2BR,2BA$3.17
Elan - Scripps Terrace2x22BR,2BA$2.55
Miramar Townhomes - Military HousingTwo Bedroom - MRTB22BR,1.5BA$2.37
Hourglass Park ApartmentsB2BR,1BA$2.92
Pomerado Gardens Apartments2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$3.03
Oak Creek1 Bedroom/ 1 Bath1BR,1BA$3.10

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ApartmentHomeLiving.com is proud to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of neighborhoods, areas, and rental properties across California including Eastern San Diego, San Diego, and the greater San Diego area. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for convenient access to the outdoors, luxury amenities, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and much more. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Eastern San Diego Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Eastern San Diego Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Eastern San Diego Apartment is $2,170 at Oak Creek.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Eastern San Diego Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Eastern San Diego is starting from $2,300 at Pomerado Gardens Apartments.

What is the most affordable Eastern San Diego Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Eastern San Diego Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Carroll Apartments and starts from $3,000.

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