Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Horton Plaza Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $500 (35 Rentals)
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Horton Plaza, San Diego, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Horton Plaza?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Horton Plaza Studio Apartments | $2,613 | $1,062 | $4,567 |
Horton Plaza 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,355 | $1,695 | $10,000+ |
Horton Plaza 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,934 | $2,381 | $10,000+ |
Horton Plaza 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,588 | $3,355 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 35 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Horton Plaza Neighborhood of San Diego, CA.
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Cheapest Available Horton Plaza Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Horton Plaza area of San Diego, CA is a Studio unit found at Peachtree Inn priced from $1,062. Vantaggio Little Italy has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,450. Here are the most affordable Horton Plaza apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Peachtree Inn | Standard | Studio,1BA | $1,062 |
Vantaggio Little Italy | Small full size bed | Studio,1BA | $1,450 |
Island Flats | Small Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,500 |
WLA 509 Park | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,550 |
Luther Tower - 55+ Affordable Community | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,591 |
WLA Windsor | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,595 |
The Helm - Affordable Housing | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,650 |
Alcove East Village | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,779 |
900 F Street | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,795 |
Market Street Village | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,799 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Horton Plaza, CA
As of July 21, 2025 the best value apartment in the Horton Plaza area is the $3.44 price per square foot 1150 J Street Model at 1150 J Street, Unit 309 in the in the Balboa Park neighborhood starting from $3,950. The second greatest value Horton Plaza apartment is the 801 Ash St Model at 801 Ash St, Unit 101 starting at $3,100 with a $2.82 price per square foot in the Balboa Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Horton Plaza apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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1150 J Street, Unit 309 | 1150 J Street | 2BR,2BA | $3.44 |
801 Ash St, Unit 101 | 801 Ash St | 2BR,2BA | $2.82 |
Greystone Lofts | 2/2 Loft | 1BR,2BA | $2.38 |
Pioneer – Lofts (PIOLOF) | Lofts | 1BR,1BA | $2.40 |
900 F Street | 2 Bed 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $3.03 |
Viridian Lofts | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.59 |
600 Front Apartments | 2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $3.04 |
Horton 4th Avenue | 1BD | 1BR,1BA | $2.84 |
Arrive Broadway Lofts | Quarter 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.11 |
Where Convenience meets Comfort at the Leo | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.30 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Horton Plaza Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Horton Plaza?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Horton Plaza is at Peachtree Inn listed at $1,062.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Horton Plaza Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Horton Plaza Apartment is $1,995 at City Villas Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Horton Plaza Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Horton Plaza is starting from $2,381 at 900 F Street.
What is the most affordable Horton Plaza Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Horton Plaza Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Vela Apartment Homes and starts from $3,881.
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