Cheap Homes for Rent in Eastern San Diego Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $1,800 (12 Rentals)

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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 $1,767. Oak Creek has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,100. Here are the most affordable Eastern San Diego apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Mira MonteStudio 1 BathStudio,1BA$1,767
Oak Creek1 Bedroom/ 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2,100
Penasquitos PointCerritos1BR,1BA$2,174
Countryside ApartmentsSage1BR,1BA$2,204
Pomerado Gardens Apartments2 Bed 1 Bath Remodeled2BR,1BA$2,300

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Eastern San Diego, CA

As of September 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the Eastern San Diego area is the $2.78 price per square foot Three Bedroom Model at Carroll Apartments in the in the Mira Mesa neighborhood starting from $3,000. The second greatest value Eastern San Diego apartment is the C Model at Hourglass Park Apartments starting at $2,758 with a $2.64 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.
Carroll ApartmentsThree Bedroom3BR,2BA$2.78
Hourglass Park ApartmentsC2BR,2BA$2.64
Sofi Westview2 Bedroom 2 Bath A Renovated2BR,2BA$3.03
Elan Scripps TerraceAllure2BR,2BA$2.65
Miramar Townhomes - Military HousingTwo Bedroom - MRTB22BR,1.5BA$2.37
Parklane Apartments2/2 Patio2BR,2BA$2.99
Ascent at Campus LifeA11BR,1BA$3.06
Countryside ApartmentsSage1BR,1BA$3.01
Penasquitos PointCerritos1BR,1BA$2.97
Oak Creek1 Bedroom/ 1 Bath1BR,1BA$3.00

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Eastern San Diego, San Diego, CA

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Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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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 100 Apartments for Rent in Eastern San Diego, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,700 to $12,175. There are also 85 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Eastern San Diego ranging from $1,800 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 $1,800 to $10,000 with an average monthly rent of $3,907.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Eastern San Diego?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Eastern San Diego range from $2,629 to $5,470, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $3,295 to $4,200. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $4,000 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $5,300.

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