
Cheap Homes for Rent in Fairmount Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $1,600 (13 Rentals)
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4175 Euclid Ave

3339 45th St

2231 Boundary St, Unit 2231 Boundary St.
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4085 48th St

3410 Fairmount Ave

4175 Swift Ave

3654 42nd St

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3545 44th St
Fairmount, San Diego, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Fairmount?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fairmount 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,634 | $1,900 | $3,595 |
| Fairmount 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,367 | $2,900 | $4,000 |
Browse Homes for Rent in this Neighborhood
There are currently 13 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 3770 42nd Street priced from $1,695. Las Dos Palmas has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,699. Here are the most affordable Fairmount apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3770 42nd Street | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,695 |
| Las Dos Palmas | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,699 |
| Harris Family Senior Residence | Affordable Senior | 1BR,1BA | $1,774 |
| Pacific Cove | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,790 |
| 4350 Maple St | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,890 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Fairmount, CA
As of November 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the Fairmount area is the $2.05 price per square foot 3819 Wilson Ave Model at 3819 Wilson Ave, Unit 1 in the in the Balboa Park neighborhood starting from $2,050. The second greatest value Fairmount apartment is the 4463 Home Avenue Unit 2 Model at 4463 Home Avenue Unit 2, Unit City Heights Condo starting at $3,000 with a $3.64 price per square foot in the Balboa Park neighborhood. 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3819 Wilson Ave, Unit 1 | 3819 Wilson Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.05 |
| 4463 Home Avenue Unit 2, Unit City Heights Condo | 4463 Home Avenue Unit 2 | 2BR,1.5BA | $3.64 |
| The Ridge Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom B | 2BR,1BA | $3.02 |
| 3770 42nd Street | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.93 |
| 4169 Myrtle Ave, Unit 4171 1 2 | 4169 Myrtle Ave | 1BR,1BA | $3.55 |
| 4350 Maple St | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.15 |
| Las Dos Palmas | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.40 |
| Harris Family Senior Residence | Affordable Senior | 1BR,1BA | $3.70 |
| Pacific Cove | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $4.71 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Fairmount
What type of rentals are currently available in Fairmount?
There are currently 1224 Apartments for Rent in Fairmount, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,675 to $3,650. There are also 37 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Fairmount ranging from $1,650 to $4,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Fairmount?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Fairmount ranges from $1,650 to $4,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,501.
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