
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Harborview Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $500 (60 Rentals)
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950 Ninth Ave
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Luther Tower - 55+ Affordable Community

3667 Keating St

4019 Hawk St

The Marquis at Hillcrest

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The Helm - Affordable Housing

1440 Lincoln Ave, Unit 25

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Hillcrest Regency 55+ Community

900 F Street
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4040 Mississippi St

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2850 Reynard Way 21, Unit 21
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Harborview - One of the Best Affordable Neighborhoods in San Diego
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Harborview, San Diego, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Harborview?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Harborview Studio Apartments | $2,557 | $1,050 | $9,473 |
Harborview 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,060 | $1,000 | $10,000+ |
Harborview 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,334 | $1,364 | $10,000+ |
Harborview 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,257 | $1,364 | $10,000+ |
Harborview 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,600 | $3,900 | $7,300 |
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Cheapest Available Harborview Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Harborview area of San Diego, CA is a Studio unit found at 3942 8th Ave priced from $1,050. Peachtree Inn has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,062. Here are the most affordable Harborview apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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3942 8th Ave | Studio | Studio, | $1,050 |
Peachtree Inn | Standard | Studio,1BA | $1,062 |
West SD Apartments | Two Bedroom Penthouse D3ph | 3BR,3BA | $1,364 |
Vantaggio Little Italy | Small full size bed | Studio,1BA | $1,450 |
Island Flats | Small Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,500 |
WLA Windsor | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,500 |
Luther Tower - 55+ Affordable Community | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,591 |
The Marquis at Hillcrest | The University | Studio,1BA | $1,600 |
The Helm - Affordable Housing | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,650 |
Redwood Terrace | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,675 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Harborview, CA
As of June 20, 2025 the best value apartment in the Harborview area is the $2.39 price per square foot B2BD Model at Strata in the in the Balboa Park neighborhood starting from $3,878. The second greatest value Harborview apartment is the Huge Loft Units Model at Lofts at 734 University Ave starting at $3,000 with a $2.27 price per square foot in the Balboa Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Harborview apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Strata | B2BD | 2BR,2BA | $2.39 |
Lofts at 734 University Ave | Huge Loft Units | 1BR,1BA | $2.27 |
Pioneer – Lofts (PIOLOF) | Lofts | 1BR,1BA | $2.39 |
1718 Robinson Ave, Unit 1718 | 1718 Robinson Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.85 |
Cornerstone Lofts | 1/1 Loft | 1BR,1BA | $2.38 |
Viridian Lofts | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.16 |
Pacific Vu Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.26 |
Horton 4th Avenue | 1BD | 1BR,1BA | $2.84 |
55+ Senior Living- Georgia Regency Apartments | 103 | 1BR,1BA | $2.92 |
West SD Apartments | Studio S5m | Studio ,1BA | $2.59 |
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Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving.com works hard to bring you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of neighborhoods, areas, and rental properties across California including Harborview, San Diego, and the greater San Diego area. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and the best outdoor access, pet-friendly features, apartment complexes for the kids, proximity to transit, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!
Getting Around the Harborview Neighborhood in San Diego, CA
Walk Score®
94 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
71 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
71 / 100
Excellent Transit
Transit is convenient for most trips
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
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- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Harborview Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Harborview?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Harborview is at 3942 8th Ave listed at $1,050.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Harborview Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Harborview Apartment is $1,364 at West SD Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Harborview Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Harborview is starting from $1,364 at West SD Apartments.
What is the most affordable Harborview Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Harborview Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at West SD Apartments and starts from $1,364.
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