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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Fairmount, San Diego, CA Local Guide

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 Xav Las Dos Palmas priced from $1,695. Harris Family Senior Residence has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,774. Here are the most affordable Fairmount apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Xav Las Dos Palmas1/11BR,1BA$1,695
Harris Family Senior ResidenceAffordable Senior1BR,1BA$1,774
4142 44th St1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$1,850

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Fairmount, CA

As of October 12, 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 3854 46th St Model at 3854 46th St, Unit apt 1 starting at $2,410 with a $2.54 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
3819 Wilson Ave, Unit 13819 Wilson Ave2BR,1BA$2.05
3854 46th St, Unit apt 13854 46th St2BR,2BA$2.54
4463 Home Avenue Unit 2, Unit City Heights Condo4463 Home Avenue Unit 22BR,1.5BA$3.64
The Ridge Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom B2BR,1BA$3.02
4328 37th St, Unit 43304328 37th St2BR,1BA$2.74
4143 Van Dyke Ave, Unit D4143 Van Dyke Ave2BR,1BA$3.33
3770 42nd Street2x12BR,1BA$2.93
4040 49th St, Unit 64040 49th St1BR,1BA$3.18
Xav Las Dos Palmas1/11BR,1BA$3.39
Harris Family Senior ResidenceAffordable Senior1BR,1BA$3.70

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Fairmount, San Diego, CA

Ranked #140

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 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 $1,695 to $3,650. There are also 36 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Fairmount ranging from $1,700 to $5,500.

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 $1,700 to $5,500 with an average monthly rent of $2,943.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Top 10 Most Affordable Neighborhoods in San Diego: A Local Real Estate Expert Guide

Written by: Hayden Goldberg

Aloha! I’m Hayden, your local San Diego Realtor and relocation expert with ApartmentHomeLiving.com.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.