Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Interstate 5 Corridor District San Diego, CA from $1,000 (51 Rentals)

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Casa De Roca
1 Bedroom Apartments

Casa De Roca

483-487 F StChula Vista, CA 91910
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542 D St Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

542 D St Apartments

542 D StChula Vista, CA 91910
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Sea Vale Villas
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Sea Vale Villas

24 Woodlawn AveChula Vista, CA 91910
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Bay Village
1 Bedroom Apartments

Bay Village

540 C StChula Vista, CA 91910
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Paloma Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Paloma Apartments

585 E StChula Vista, CA 91910
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Casa Urbana
1 Bedroom Apartments

Casa Urbana

551-581 McIntosh StChula Vista, CA 91910
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170 Garrett Ave

Chula VistaCA91910
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Canterbury Court
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Canterbury Court

336 C StChula Vista, CA 91910
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Casa Victoria
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Casa Victoria

667 F StChula Vista, CA 91910
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529-531 E St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

529-531 E St

529-531 E StChula Vista, CA 91910
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Garrett Gardens
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Garrett Gardens

144 Garrett AveChula Vista, CA 91910
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Bay Pointe Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Bay Pointe Apartments

30 Woodlawn AveChula Vista, CA 91910
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Interstate 5 Corridor District, San Diego, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Interstate 5 Corridor District Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Interstate 5 Corridor District area of San Diego, CA is a Studio unit found at Vista Shores – Bright, Renovated Studios Just Minutes from the Coast! priced from $1,445. The Glorias Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,700. Here are the most affordable Interstate 5 Corridor District apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Vista Shores – Bright, Renovated Studios Just Minutes from the Coast!0+1, upstairsStudio,1BA$1,445
The Glorias ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,700
Centre Towers Apartments1-Bed/1-Bath1BR,1BA$1,745
Woodlawn West ApartmentsOne Bedroom Furnished1BR,1BA$1,775
Vista Hermosa Apartments - All Utilities Incl1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,795
Palm Shadows ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,800
The Noa3, 4, 5, 6, 11, 12, 18, 19, 22, 23, 24, 251BR,1BA$1,945
Woodlawn Gardens Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,950
Casselman Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1,995
Elan Villa ParqAspire1BR,1BA$2,045

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Interstate 5 Corridor District, CA

As of April 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the Interstate 5 Corridor District area is the $2.50 price per square foot Allure Model at Elan Glover Court in the in the Northwest Chula Vista Area neighborhood starting from $2,495. The second greatest value Interstate 5 Corridor District apartment is the Allure Model at Elan View Pointe starting at $2,495 with a $2.63 price per square foot in the Interstate 5 Corridor District neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Interstate 5 Corridor District apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Elan Glover CourtAllure2BR,2BA$2.50
Elan View PointeAllure2BR,2BA$2.63
340 5th Ave2/22BR,2BA$2.52
Sea Vale Bluff ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$2.39
Elan Casa MarAllure2BR,2BA$2.77
The Glorias ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.27
Casselman Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$2.66
Chula Vista Terrace *$600 Off*One Bedroom One Bath1BR,1BA$2.80
Centre Towers Apartments1-Bed/1-Bath1BR,1BA$2.68
Garrett GardensOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$3.01

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Interstate 5 Corridor District, San Diego, CA

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

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving.com compares millions of points of data to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including San Diego. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, luxury amenities, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, apartment communities for the kids, walking, and biking. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Interstate 5 Corridor District Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Interstate 5 Corridor District?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Interstate 5 Corridor District is at Vista Shores – Bright, Renovated Studios Just Minutes from the Coast! listed at $1,445.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Interstate 5 Corridor District Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Interstate 5 Corridor District Apartment is $1,700 at The Glorias Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Interstate 5 Corridor District Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Interstate 5 Corridor District is starting from $1,995 at Casselman Apartments.

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