Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Eastern San Diego Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $1,300 (39 Rentals)

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Carroll Apartments
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$2,400 - $3,200
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Carroll Apartments

9494 Carroll Canyon RdSan Diego, CA 92126
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$2,446 - $7,264
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Legacy

9320 Hillery DrSan Diego, CA 92126
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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Jun 22

9705 Mesa Springs Way, Unit 219

9705 Mesa Springs Way
San DiegoCA92126
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Ascent at Campus Life
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$2,720 - $4,127
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Ascent at Campus Life

9890 Graduate DrivewaySan Diego, CA 92131
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Poway Villas
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Poway Villas

13001 Bowron RdPoway, CA 92064
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Village Pines
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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
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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 Studio unit found at Mira Monte priced from $1,899. Casa Anita Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,150. Here are the most affordable Eastern San Diego apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Mira MontePlan SAStudio,1BA$1,899
Casa Anita ApartmentsFirst1BR,1BA$2,150
Penasquitos PointCerritos1BR,1BA$2,174
Hourglass Park Apartments1 Bed / 1 Bath Upstairs + Patio1BR,1BA$2,178
eaves Rancho PenasquitosA11BR,1BA$2,225
Pomerado Gardens Apartments2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$2,249
Sofi PowayWillow (Upgraded)1BR,1BA$2,286
Miramar Townhomes - Military HousingTwo Bedroom - MRTC22BR,2BA$2,300
Rancho VillasTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$2,300
The QuincyOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,375

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Eastern San Diego, CA

As of June 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the Eastern San Diego area is the $3.15 price per square foot Sycamore (Upgraded) Model at Sofi Poway in the in the Esmeralda neighborhood starting from $3,275. The second greatest value Eastern San Diego apartment is the 3/2 Model at Parklane Apartments starting at $3,125 with a $3.13 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.
Sofi PowaySycamore (Upgraded)3BR,2BA$3.15
Parklane Apartments3/23BR,2BA$3.13
Gold Coast Apartments *First Month Free*Hampton2BR,2BA$2.82
Miramar Townhomes - Military HousingTwo Bedroom - MRTB22BR,1.5BA$2.37
Casa Mira View ApartmentsCMV II - Panzano1BR,1BA$3.13
Allure at Scripps RanchMaple1BR,1BA$3.07
Carroll ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$2.82
Rancho VillasTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$2.88
Pomerado Gardens Apartments2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$2.96
Penasquitos PointCerritos1BR,1BA$2.97

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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 $2,097 at Mira Monte.

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 $2,249 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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