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12760 Rancho Penasquitos BlvdSan Diego, CA 92129
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10062 Paseo Montril
10062 Paseo MontrilSan Diego, CA 92129
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9494 Carroll Canyon RdSan Diego, CA 92126
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9646-9680 Carroll Canyon RdSan Diego, CA 92126
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10360 Maya Linda RdSan Diego, CA 92126
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Parklane Apartments — Modern Living in Mira Mesa
9669 Gold Coast DrSan Diego, CA 92126
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9585 Gold Coast DrSan Diego, CA 92126
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13020 Wimberly Sq
San DiegoCA92128
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9320 Hillery DrSan Diego, CA 92126
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45418 Howe RdSan Diego, CA 92126
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13030 Rancho Penasquitos BlvdSan Diego, CA 92129
8656 New Salem St
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10152 Black Mountain RdSan Diego, CA 92126
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Pomerado Gardens Apartments
12330 9th StPoway, CA 92064
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12455 Oak Knoll RdPoway, CA 92064
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12345 Old Pomerado RdPoway, CA 92064
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La Privada Valle Poway
13312 Community RdPoway, CA 92064
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13221 Carriage RdPoway, CA 92064
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12556 Oak Knoll RdPoway, CA 92064
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12849 Poway RdPoway, CA 92064
12915 Morene St
PowayCA92064
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12510 Oak Knoll RdPoway, CA 92064
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13001 Bowron RdPoway, CA 92064
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12425 Oak Knoll RdPoway, CA 92064
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Eastern San Diego, San Diego, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Eastern San Diego?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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| Eastern San Diego Studio Apartments | $2,181 | $1,700 | $2,450 |
| Eastern San Diego 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,589 | $1,920 | $3,300 |
| Eastern San Diego 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,160 | $2,234 | $6,357 |
| Eastern San Diego 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,814 | $2,629 | $5,260 |
| Eastern San Diego 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,300 | $5,300 | $5,300 |
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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 Pomerado Gardens Apartments priced from $1,900. Carroll Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,950. Here are the most affordable Eastern San Diego apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Pomerado Gardens Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,900 |
| Carroll Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,950 |
| Mira Monte | Plan 1A | 1BR,1BA | $2,067 |
| Parklane Apartments — Modern Living in Mira Mesa | 1/1 Balcony | 1BR,1BA | $2,095 |
| Casa Anita Apartments | First | 1BR,1BA | $2,150 |
| Penasquitos Point | Cerritos | 1BR,1BA | $2,174 |
| Sofi Poway | Willow (Upgraded) | 1BR,1BA | $2,215 |
| Countryside Apartments | Sage | 1BR,1BA | $2,219 |
| West Village Poway Apartments | S1 | Studio,1BA | $2,250 |
| Rancho Villas | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2,300 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Eastern San Diego, CA
As of March 16, 2026 the best value apartment in the Eastern San Diego area is the $2.83 price per square foot Laguna Model at Montierra in the in the Mira Mesa neighborhood starting from $3,026. The second greatest value Eastern San Diego apartment is the C Model at Hourglass Park Apartments starting at $2,858 with a $2.73 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Montierra | Laguna | 2BR,2BA | $2.83 |
| Hourglass Park Apartments | C | 2BR,2BA | $2.73 |
| Gold Coast Apartments | Hampton Remodel | 2BR,2BA | $2.92 |
| Miramar Townhomes - Military Housing | Two Bedroom - MRTB2 | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.37 |
| Oak Creek | 2 Bedrooms/ 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.58 |
| Carroll Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.82 |
| Rancho Villas | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.88 |
| Countryside Apartments | Sage | 1BR,1BA | $3.03 |
| Penasquitos Point | Cerritos | 1BR,1BA | $2.97 |
| Sofi Poway | Willow (Upgraded) | 1BR,1BA | $3.04 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Eastern San Diego Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Eastern San Diego?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Eastern San Diego is under $2,300.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Eastern San Diego?
The cheapest apartment in Eastern San Diego is Pomerado Gardens Apartments which is listed at $1,900, while the average apartment in Eastern San Diego costs $6,104.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Eastern San Diego?
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 7 regular apartments in Eastern San Diego 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 Eastern San Diego?
Cheap apartments in Eastern San Diego have an average cost of $964 which is $5,140 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Eastern San Diego.
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