Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Emerald Hills Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $700 (15 Rentals)

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Southwest Village
1 Bedroom Apartments

Southwest Village

323-338 Willie James Jones AveSan Diego, CA 92102
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Cascade Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Cascade Apartments

5826-5848 Streamview DrSan Diego, CA 92105
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Parkside
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Parkside

4035 Park Haven CtSan Diego, CA 92113
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Euclid Terrace Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Euclid Terrace Apartments

240-260 Euclid AveSan Diego, CA 92114
Senior Living
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66th Street
1 Bedroom Apartments

66th Street

630-636 66th StSan Diego, CA 92114

Emerald Hills, San Diego, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Emerald Hills Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Emerald Hills area of San Diego, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Terrace Gardens Apartments - Seniors 55+ priced from $1,400. Casa Serena has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,975. Here are the most affordable Emerald Hills apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Terrace Gardens Apartments - Seniors 55+One Bedroom One Bath1BR,1BA$1,400
Casa Serena2/12BR,1BA$1,975
4960-4970 Auburn Drive2/12BR,1BA$1,999
Creekside Villas Apartments2X12BR,1BA$2,295
The Ridge Apartments2 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom2BR,2BA$2,400

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Emerald Hills, CA

As of June 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the Emerald Hills area is the $2.89 price per square foot cshb1.5 Model at Chollas Heights Military Housing in the in the Oak Park neighborhood starting from $2,750. The second greatest value Emerald Hills apartment is the 2 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom Model at The Ridge Apartments starting at $2,400 with a $2.59 price per square foot in the Mt Hope neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Emerald Hills apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Chollas Heights Military Housingcshb1.52BR,1.5BA$2.89
The Ridge Apartments2 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom2BR,2BA$2.59
4463 Home Avenue Unit 2, Unit City Heights Condo4463 Home Avenue Unit 22BR,1.5BA$3.64
Creekside Villas Apartments2X12BR,1BA$2.98
4013-4021 Logan AveTwo Bed/ Two Bath2BR,2BA$3.33
4171 1/2 Myrtle Ave, Unit 4171 1/24171 1/2 Myrtle Ave1BR,1BA$3.09
Terrace Gardens Apartments - Seniors 55+One Bedroom One Bath1BR,1BA$2.75
302 S Kenton Ave, Unit B302 S Kenton AveStudio ,1BA$3.28
6359 Wunderlin Ave, Unit A6359 Wunderlin AveStudio ,1BA$10.00

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Emerald Hills, San Diego, CA

Ranked #145

Among neighborhoods in San Diego, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the Emerald Hills Neighborhood in San Diego, CA

Walk Score®

59 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

27 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

52 / 100

Good Transit

Many nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Emerald Hills Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Emerald Hills Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Emerald Hills Apartment is $1,400 at Terrace Gardens Apartments - Seniors 55+.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Emerald Hills Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Emerald Hills is starting from $1,975 at Casa Serena.

What is the most affordable Emerald Hills Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Emerald Hills Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Chollas Heights Military Housing and starts from $2,950.

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