Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Golden Hill Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $1,200 (17 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Golden Hill area of San Diego.

2418.5 E St

3347-49-3349 B St

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Golden Hill, San Diego, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Golden Hill?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Golden Hill Studio Apartments | $1,639 | $1,400 | $1,850 |
| Golden Hill 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,047 | $1,595 | $2,995 |
| Golden Hill 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,491 | $1,750 | $2,895 |
| Golden Hill 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,875 | $3,595 | $4,395 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 17 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Golden Hill Neighborhood of San Diego, CA.
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Cheapest Available Golden Hill Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Golden Hill area of San Diego, CA is a Studio unit found at Villa De Oro Apartments priced from $1,400. DL A St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,499. Here are the most affordable Golden Hill apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Villa De Oro Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,400 |
| DL A St | Studio (R) | Studio,1BA | $1,499 |
| Bridgeview Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,750 |
| Estudios de Stanson | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,850 |
| 3167 Market | 1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,975 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Golden Hill, CA
As of November 01, 2025 the best value apartment in the Golden Hill area is the $2.77 price per square foot 2 bedroom with Den/Office. 2 1/2 bath Town Homes Model at E Street in the in the Balboa Park neighborhood starting from $3,595. The second greatest value Golden Hill apartment is the 152322A- H - Renovation Model at Golden Pacific Apartments starting at $2,595 with a $2.94 price per square foot in the Balboa Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Golden Hill apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| E Street | 2 bedroom with Den/Office. 2 1/2 bath Town Homes | 3BR,2.5BA | $2.77 |
| Golden Pacific Apartments | 152322A- H - Renovation | 2BR,2BA | $2.94 |
| The Irving | 100, 101, 108, 202, 204, 206, 207, 208, 210, 30... | 1BR,1BA | $3.58 |
| Villa De Oro Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.33 |
| South Park Place | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $4.21 |
| Estudios de Stanson | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.70 |
| 3167 Market | 1 | 1BR,1BA | $4.50 |
Getting Around the Golden Hill Neighborhood in San Diego, CA
Walk Score®
84 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
56 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
52 / 100
Good Transit
Many nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Golden Hill Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Golden Hill?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Golden Hill is at Villa De Oro Apartments listed at $1,400.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Golden Hill Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Golden Hill Apartment is $2,100 at 3167 Market.
What is the most affordable Golden Hill Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Golden Hill Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 3167 Market and starts from $3,140.
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