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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 1 Bed unit found at Pomerado Gardens Apartments priced from $2,000. The Quincy has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,095. Here are the most affordable Eastern San Diego apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Pomerado Gardens Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath Remodeled1BR,1BA$2,000
The QuincyStudioStudio,1BA$2,095
Oak Creek1 Bedroom/ 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2,100

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Eastern San Diego, CA

As of June 02, 2025 the best value apartment in the Eastern San Diego area is the $3.12 price per square foot 3B2B (Upgraded) Model at Sofi Canyon Hills in the in the Mira Mesa neighborhood starting from $3,839. The second greatest value Eastern San Diego apartment is the Laguna Model at Montierra starting at $3,178 with a $2.97 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 Canyon Hills3B2B (Upgraded)3BR,2BA$3.12
MontierraLaguna2BR,2BA$2.97
Parklane Apartments *$500 OFF*3x2 with balconies3BR,2BA$3.13
Elan Scripps TerraceAllure2BR,2BA$2.75
Miramar Townhomes - Military HousingTwo Bedroom - MRTB22BR,1.5BA$2.37
Carroll ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$2.82
Rancho VillasTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$3.13
Countryside ApartmentsSage1BR,1BA$3.01
Penasquitos PointCerritos1BR,1BA$2.97
Oak Creek1 Bedroom/ 1 Bath1BR,1BA$3.00

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Frequently Asked Questions about Eastern San Diego

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

There are currently 106 Apartments for Rent in Eastern San Diego, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,995 to $5,883. There are also 39 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Eastern San Diego ranging from $1,975 to $10,000.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Eastern San Diego ranges from $1,975 to $10,000 with an average monthly rent of $3,874.

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