
Cheap Homes for Rent in Horton Plaza Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $1,800 (16 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Homes available for rent right now in the Horton Plaza area of San Diego.


1080 Park Blvd

777 Sixth Ave

253 10th Ave, Unit 628, Unit 628

1465 C St
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1551 4th Ave, Unit 412, Unit 412

445 Island Ave

1642 7th Ave

1501 Front St

1400 Broadway, Unit 1402, Unit 1402
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1080 Park Blvd, Unit 710

1333 8th Ave, Unit 206, Unit 206

350 W Ash St, Unit 711, Unit 711

427 Ninth Ave

1050 Island Ave
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875 G St
Horton Plaza, San Diego, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Horton Plaza?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Horton Plaza 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,507 | $3,150 | $9,800 |
| Horton Plaza 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,448 | $3,350 | $8,500 |
| Horton Plaza 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $30,000 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
| Horton Plaza 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $12,500 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
Browse Homes for Rent in this Neighborhood
There are currently 16 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 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 Horton Plaza 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 Horton Plaza, CA
As of May 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the Horton Plaza 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 Horton Plaza apartment is the Lofts Model at Pioneer – Lofts (PIOLOF) starting at $2,395 with a $2.08 price per square foot in the Horton Plaza 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Viridian Lofts | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.68 |
| Pioneer – Lofts (PIOLOF) | Lofts | 1BR,1BA | $2.08 |
| 801 Ash St, Unit 101 | 801 Ash St | 2BR,2BA | $3.27 |
| 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 |
| GEMA | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $3.15 |
| Koll Center | Large 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.00 |
| Villa De Oro Apartments | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.90 |
| Vera Cortez Hill | S1 (Premium) | Studio ,1BA | $3.27 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Horton Plaza
What type of rentals are currently available in Horton Plaza?
There are currently 420 Apartments for Rent in Horton Plaza, CA with pricing that ranges from $900 to $22,728. There are also 93 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Horton Plaza ranging from $1,850 to $30,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Horton Plaza?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Horton Plaza ranges from $1,850 to $30,000 with an average monthly rent of $9,669.
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