Cheap Homes for Rent in Emerald Lake Hills Neighborhood of Emerald Hills, CA from $2,600 (5 Rentals)

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Emerald Lake Hills, San Diego, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Emerald Lake Hills Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Emerald Lake Hills area of San Diego, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Arlington Apartments priced from $3,000. The Heltsley has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $3,401. Here are the most affordable Emerald Lake Hills apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Arlington Apartments1 Bedroom/1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$3,000
The HeltsleyParkwood2BR,1BA$3,401
422 PortofinoTwo Bedroom Two Bath2BR,2BA$3,495

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Emerald Lake Hills, CA

As of September 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the Emerald Lake Hills area is the $3.66 price per square foot 3x2 Model at The Wellesley Crescent Apartments in the in the Marina Park neighborhood starting from $4,395. The second greatest value Emerald Lake Hills apartment is the Parkwood Model at The Heltsley starting at $3,401 with a $3.89 price per square foot in the Marina Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Emerald Lake Hills apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Wellesley Crescent Apartments3x23BR,2BA$3.66
The HeltsleyParkwood2BR,1BA$3.89
Arlington Apartments1 Bedroom/1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$3.75

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Emerald Lake Hills, Emerald Hills, CA

Ranked #95

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Frequently Asked Questions about Emerald Lake Hills

What type of rentals are currently available in Emerald Lake Hills?

There are currently 148 Apartments for Rent in Emerald Lake Hills, CA with pricing that ranges from $2,251 to $4,670. There are also 16 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Emerald Lake Hills ranging from $2,675 to $11,950.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Emerald Lake Hills?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Emerald Lake Hills ranges from $2,675 to $11,950 with an average monthly rent of $5,228.

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