
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Fairmount Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $759 (79 Rentals)
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Chamoune Senior Apartments

4260 44th St

4320 44th St, Unit 205

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4253 50th St

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3825 47th St, San Diego, CA 92105

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Fairmount, San Diego, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Fairmount?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fairmount Studio Apartments | $1,720 | $1,615 | $1,800 |
| Fairmount 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,666 | $1,400 | $2,100 |
| Fairmount 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,396 | $1,995 | $3,500 |
| Fairmount 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,554 | $2,400 | $8,680 |
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There are currently 79 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Fairmount Neighborhood of San Diego, CA.
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Cheapest Available Fairmount Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Fairmount area of San Diego, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Chamoune Senior Apartments priced from $1,400. Harris Family Senior Residence has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,577. Here are the most affordable Fairmount apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chamoune Senior Apartments | The Mission - One Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $1,400 |
| Harris Family Senior Residence | Affordable Senior | 1BR, 1BA | $1,577 |
| Pacific Cove | Studio | Studio, 1BA | $1,615 |
| 3825 47th St, San Diego, CA 92105 | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR, 1BA | $1,645 |
| 4050 38th Street | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR, 1BA | $1,650 |
| 4167 CHEROKEE AVENUE | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR, 1BA | $1,695 |
| 3018 44TH STREET | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR, 1BA | $1,695 |
| 3826 Winona Ave | 1BD/1BA | 1BR, 1BA | $1,695 |
| 4060 Euclid North Apartments | 1/1 | 1BR, 1BA | $1,699 |
| Las Dos Palmas | 1/1 Patio | 1BR, 1BA | $1,750 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Fairmount, CA
As of September 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the Fairmount area is the $1.75 price per square foot 2270 Boundary St Model at 2270 Boundary St, Unit Upper Unit in the Balboa Park neighborhood starting from $3,500. The second greatest value Fairmount apartment is the 5071 Sterling Ct Model at 5071 Sterling Ct, Unit 5071 in the City Heights neighborhood starting at $2,400 with a $2.67 price per square foot. Here is today’s list of the best values for Fairmount apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2270 Boundary St, Unit Upper Unit | 2270 Boundary St | 3BR, 2BA | $1.75 |
| 5071 Sterling Ct, Unit 5071 | 5071 Sterling Ct | 3BR, 1BA | $2.67 |
| Mid-City Family Apts - Affordable Housing | Project One | 2BR, 1BA | $2.75 |
| 5020 Wightman St | 2/1 | 2BR, 1BA | $2.35 |
| The Ridge Apartments in City Heights | 2 Bed, 1 Bath | 2BR, 1BA | $2.85 |
| 49th Street Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR, 1BA | $2.69 |
| Highland (Defay/Perez) | 2BR/1.5BA | 2BR, 1.5BA | $2.49 |
| 4334 49th | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR, 1BA | $2.71 |
| FRH | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR, 1BA | $2.74 |
| 3845 47th St. | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR, 1BA | $2.77 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Fairmount Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Fairmount?
The cheapest apartment in Fairmount is Chamoune Senior Apartments which is listed at $1,400, while the average apartment in Fairmount costs $2,100.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Fairmount?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 7 regular apartments in Fairmount that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Fairmount?
Cheap apartments in Fairmount have an average cost of $565 which is $1,535 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Fairmount.
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