Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Eastern San Diego Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $1,300 (26 Rentals)

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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
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Oak Creek
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Oak Creek

12455 Oak Knoll 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 Penasquitos Point priced from $1,700. Mira Monte has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,947. Here are the most affordable Eastern San Diego apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Penasquitos PointStudioStudio,1BA$1,700
Mira MonteStudio 1 BathStudio,1BA$1,947
Countryside ApartmentsSage1BR,1BA$1,999
Maya Linda ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$2,000
Casa Anita ApartmentsB2BR,1BA$2,100
Sofi PowayWillow1BR,1BA$2,114
Oak Creek1 Bedroom/ 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2,170
Hourglass Park Apartments1 Bed / 1 Bath Upstairs + Patio1BR,1BA$2,178
Gold Coast ApartmentsCypress1BR,1BA$2,225
The QuincyOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,245

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Eastern San Diego, CA

As of December 11, 2025 the best value apartment in the Eastern San Diego area is the $2.84 price per square foot Laguna Model at Montierra in the in the Mira Mesa neighborhood starting from $3,041. The second greatest value Eastern San Diego apartment is the Allure Model at Elan Scripps Terrace starting at $2,595 with a $2.65 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.
MontierraLaguna2BR,2BA$2.84
Elan Scripps TerraceAllure2BR,2BA$2.65
Miramar Townhomes - Military HousingTwo Bedroom - MRTB22BR,1.5BA$2.37
Countryside ApartmentsTea Tree2BR,1BA$2.74
La Privada Valle Poway2BD/1.5BA2BR,1.5BA$2.83
Carroll ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$2.82
Parklane Apartments2/1 Balcony2BR,1BA$2.76
Casa Anita ApartmentsB2BR,1BA$2.54
Rancho VillasTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$2.88
Sofi PowayWillow (Upgraded)1BR,1BA$2.94

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Lifestyle Ratings

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

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Eastern San Diego?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Eastern San Diego is at Penasquitos Point listed at $1,700.

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 $1,999 at Countryside Apartments.

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 $2,100 at Casa Anita 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.

Expert Rental Resources

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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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate!