Cheap Homes for Rent in Islenair Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $1,300 (55 Rentals)

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property at 1819 Oakshire Ct

$1,795

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$1,795
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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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1819 Oakshire Ct

San DiegoCA92102
property at 4064 Oakcrest Dr

$1,800

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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4064 Oakcrest Dr

San DiegoCA92105

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property at 4787 A St

$1,949

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$1,949
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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

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4787 A St

San DiegoCA92102
property at 5438 Gilbert Dr

$2,100 - $3,600

Studio To 2 Bedroom Rentals

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5438 Gilbert Dr

San DiegoCA92115

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property at 4618 Marlborough Dr

$2,300

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$2,300
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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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4618 Marlborough Dr

San DiegoCA92116

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Islenair, San Diego, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Islenair Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Islenair area of San Diego, CA is a 4 Beds unit found at The Rive San Diego priced from $386. Fifty Twenty-Five has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 4 Beds apartment currently listed from $869. Here are the most affordable Islenair apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Rive San Diego4x4 B4BR,4BA$386
Fifty Twenty-Five4BR/4BA - Semi Private - Elite (D)4BR,4BA$869
Meade Avenue Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,295
University Gardens1 Bedroom, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,450
Harris Family Senior ResidenceAffordable Senior1BR,1BA$1,577
Pacific CoveStudioStudio,1BA$1,615
Las Dos Palmas1/11BR,1BA$1,699
Willow Glen Apartments1/11BR,1BA$1,699
3770 42nd Street1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,699
Fairmount Ave Apartments1/11BR,1BA$1,725

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Islenair, CA

As of May 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Islenair area is the $0.91 price per square foot 3x3 A Model at The Rive San Diego in the in the Rolando neighborhood starting from $1,150. The second greatest value Islenair apartment is the 3854 46th St Model at 3854 46th St, Unit apt 7 starting at $2,450 with a $2.51 price per square foot in the Balboa Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Islenair apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Rive San Diego3x3 A3BR,3BA$0.91
3854 46th St, Unit apt 73854 46th St2BR,2BA$2.51
The Penthouse Apartments MOVE IN BONUSOne Bedroom One Bath1BR,1BA$2.39
The Ridge Apartments in City Heights2b2b (part reno)2BR,2BA$2.76
4473 Menlo Ave4473 Menlo Ave2BR,1BA$2.61
Hillside ApartmentsStandard1BR,1BA$2.33
Talmadge on 44th1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2.74
Colina Park North ApartmentsTstd 60%BoStudio ,1BA$2.81
University Gardens1 Bedroom, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.64
Meade Avenue Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$2.79

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Islenair

What type of rentals are currently available in Islenair?

There are currently 2453 Apartments for Rent in Islenair, CA with pricing that ranges from $850 to $12,800. There are also 202 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Islenair ranging from $1,350 to $12,900.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Islenair?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Islenair ranges from $1,350 to $12,900 with an average monthly rent of $5,704.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Islenair?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Islenair range from $2,795 to $9,754, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,450 to $8,200. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,995 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,200.

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