
Cheap Homes for Rent in Gaslamp District San Diego, CA from $1,800 (20 Rentals)
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1562 Seventh Ave, Unit 207

1643 Sixth Ave

1080 Park Blvd

777 Sixth Ave

253 10th Ave, Unit 628, Unit 628
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1480 Broadway, Unit 2307, Unit 2307

1465 C St

1551 4th Ave, Unit 412, Unit 412

445 Island Ave

1642 7th Ave

1441 Ninth Ave
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1501 Front St

1080 Park Blvd, Unit 710

1333 8th Ave, Unit 206, Unit 206

1050 Island Ave

525 11th Ave

350 W Ash St, Unit 711, Unit 711
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350 W Ash St

875 G St
Gaslamp District, San Diego, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Gaslamp District?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gaslamp District 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,134 | $2,900 | $10,000+ |
| Gaslamp District 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $7,243 | $3,200 | $10,000+ |
| Gaslamp District 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $30,000 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
| Gaslamp District 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $15,000 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
Browse Homes for Rent in this Neighborhood
There are currently 20 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Gaslamp District Neighborhood of San Diego, CA.
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Cheapest Available Gaslamp District Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Gaslamp District area of San Diego, CA is a Studio unit found at Arlington Apartments priced from $900. Trolley Court has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $974. Here are the most affordable Gaslamp District apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arlington Apartments | Single Room Occupant | Studio, | $900 |
| Trolley Court | Standard | Studio, | $974 |
| Studio 15 | Studios - 50% AMI - Utilities included | Studio,1BA | $1,050 |
| Peachtree Inn - Fully furnished units! | Standard | Studio,1BA | $1,062 |
| Island Village Apartments | Studio ALL UTILITIES Included | Studio,1BA | $1,300 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Gaslamp District, CA
As of May 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Gaslamp District area is the $1.68 price per square foot One Bedroom One Bath Model at Viridian Lofts in the in the Balboa Park neighborhood starting from $2,495. The second greatest value Gaslamp District apartment is the Lofts Model at Pioneer – Lofts (PIOLOF) starting at $2,495 with a $2.17 price per square foot in the Horton Plaza neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Gaslamp District apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Viridian Lofts | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.68 |
| Pioneer – Lofts (PIOLOF) | Lofts | 1BR,1BA | $2.17 |
| 801 Ash St, Unit 101 | 801 Ash St | 2BR,2BA | $3.27 |
| Koll Center | Large 2 Bed 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.71 |
| F11 East Village | 2J-2 | 2BR,2BA | $3.20 |
| Villa Maria Apartments | Two Bedroom in Little Italy / San Diego | 2BR,1.5BA | $3.12 |
| MBS Studios | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.56 |
| Market Street Square | Large 1 Bedroom Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $3.23 |
| Vera Cortez Hill | A1 (Premium) | 1BR,1BA | $3.10 |
| Villa De Oro Apartments | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.90 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Gaslamp District
What type of rentals are currently available in Gaslamp District?
There are currently 469 Apartments for Rent in Gaslamp District, CA with pricing that ranges from $900 to $22,728. There are also 125 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Gaslamp District ranging from $1,850 to $30,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Gaslamp District?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Gaslamp District ranges from $1,850 to $30,000 with an average monthly rent of $10,535.
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