Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Horton Plaza Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $500 (28 Rentals)

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CCBA Senior Garden
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

CCBA Senior Garden

438 3rd AveSan Diego, CA 92101
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Park 12 Podium
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Park 12 Podium

202 Park BlvdSan Diego, CA 92101

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La Maison
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

La Maison

1818 6th AveSan Diego, CA 92101
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Essex Apartments
Studio Apartments

Essex Apartments

1910 State StSan Diego, CA 92101
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WLA Windsor
Studio Apartments

WLA Windsor

843 4th AveSan Diego, CA 92101
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J Street Flats
Studio Apartments

J Street Flats

222 J StSan Diego, CA 92101
  • Utilities Included

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Villa De Oro Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Villa De Oro Apartments

1830 Market StSan Diego, CA 92102
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Vera Cortez Hill
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Vera Cortez Hill

1399 Ninth AveSan Diego, CA 92101

Horton Plaza, San Diego, CA Local Guide

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 Trolley Court priced from $974. Studio 15 has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,050. Here are the most affordable Horton Plaza apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Trolley CourtStandardStudio,1BA$974
Studio 15Studios - 50% AMI - Utilities includedStudio,1BA$1,050
Peachtree Inn - Fully furnished units!StandardStudio,1BA$1,062
Harrington Heights - Affordable HousingStudio - 50% AMIStudio,1BA$1,301
Vantaggio Little ItalySmall full size bedStudio,1BA$1,450
Island FlatsSmall StudioStudio,1BA$1,500
Luther Tower - 55+ Affordable CommunityStudioStudio,1BA$1,591
WLA Windsor0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,595
The Helm - Affordable HousingStudioStudio,1BA$1,650
Studios435: Furnished Studios0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,650

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Horton Plaza, CA

As of September 06, 2025 the best value apartment in the Horton Plaza area is the $2.53 price per square foot 152322T- Renovated Model at Golden Pacific Apartments in the in the Balboa Park neighborhood starting from $2,995. The second greatest value Horton Plaza apartment is the B2 Model at Gema starting at $3,600 with a $3.10 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Golden Pacific Apartments152322T- Renovated2BR,2BA$2.53
GemaB22BR,2BA$3.10
801 Ash St, Unit 101801 Ash St2BR,2BA$2.91
Elan Luxo IIDuo PH2BR,1BA$2.95
Viridian LoftsOne Bedroom One Bath1BR,1BA$2.52
600 Front Apartments2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath2BR,1.5BA$3.04
900 F Street2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$2.86
Yale Lofts789 11th Avenue2BR,1BA$2.32
Arrive Broadway LoftsBvilding StudioStudio ,1BA$3.13
Horton 4th AvenueStudiosStudio ,1BA$2.69

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Horton Plaza, San Diego, CA

Ranked #5

Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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4.0
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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of neighborhoods, cities, and rental properties across California and customized analysis for Central San Diego, CA. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for easy access to the parks, luxury housing options, places to raise kids, raising pets, transit options, walking, and biking. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

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 Trolley Court listed at $974.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Horton Plaza Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Horton Plaza Apartment is $1,704 at Luther Tower - 55+ Affordable Community.

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 $1,950 at Yale Lofts.

What is the most affordable Horton Plaza Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Horton Plaza Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Pinnacle Broadway and starts from $3,855.

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