
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Lake Murray Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $1,200 (18 Rentals)
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Lake Murray?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Murray Studio Apartments | $1,863 | $1,782 | $2,160 |
| Lake Murray 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,363 | $1,889 | $3,230 |
| Lake Murray 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,907 | $2,095 | $3,659 |
| Lake Murray 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,262 | $3,125 | $3,400 |
| Lake Murray 4 Bedroom Apartments | $9,852 | $9,852 | $9,852 |
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There are currently 18 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Lake Murray Neighborhood of San Diego, CA.
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Cheapest Available Lake Murray Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Lake Murray area of San Diego, CA is a Studio unit found at Navajo Bluffs priced from $1,782. Cowles Landing has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,795. Here are the most affordable Lake Murray apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Navajo Bluffs | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,782 |
| Cowles Landing | STU | Studio,1BA | $1,795 |
| Summit Park Village | Plan 1A | 1BR,1BA | $1,889 |
| Volterra Apartments | B12 - 1 x 1 Cortona A - Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1,895 |
| Lake Murray Villa | A | 1BR,1BA | $1,900 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lake Murray, CA
As of March 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Lake Murray area is the $2.64 price per square foot 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom Model at Serena Vista Apartment Homes in the in the Lake Murray neighborhood starting from $2,757. The second greatest value Lake Murray apartment is the Fully Renovated 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom Model at Mesa View Apartments starting at $2,900 with a $3.22 price per square foot in the Prospect Glen neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Lake Murray apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Serena Vista Apartment Homes | 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $2.64 |
| Mesa View Apartments | Fully Renovated 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $3.22 |
| Grossmont Bluffs | 2BR/1BA Split - Remodeled | 2BR,1BA | $2.95 |
| Ivanhoe Village Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.93 |
| Summit Park Village | Plan 1A | 1BR,1BA | $2.62 |
| Colonnade at Fletcher Hills | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.00 |
| Canyon View Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.98 |
| Volterra Apartments | 1 x 1 Cortona A - Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $2.83 |
| Elan Avante II | 1x1B | 1BR,1BA | $2.85 |
| Lake Murray Villa | A | 1BR,1BA | $2.84 |
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Best Local Schools in Lake Murray, San Diego, CA
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Lake Murray Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Lake Murray?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Lake Murray is at Navajo Bluffs listed at $1,782.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Lake Murray Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Lake Murray Apartment is $1,889 at Summit Park Village.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Lake Murray Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Lake Murray is starting from $2,317 at Summit Park Village.
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