Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Linda Vista Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $1,200 (24 Rentals)

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property at 1710 Hanford Dr

$1,945 - $3,895

Studio To 3 Bedroom Rentals

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1710 Hanford Dr

San DiegoCA92111
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$2,000 - $2,900
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7004-7082 Eastman StSan Diego, CA 92111
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property at 2110 Drescher St

$2,300 - $3,500

1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals

Available Jun 1

2110 Drescher St

San DiegoCA92111
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2253-2285 Dunlop St
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

2253-2285 Dunlop St

2253-2285 Dunlop StSan Diego, CA 92111
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Astro Vista Apartments
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Astro Vista Apartments

2233-2281 Ulric StSan Diego, CA 92111
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Mesa Palms Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Mesa Palms Apartments

7717 Linda Vista RdSan Diego, CA 92111
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The V Tower
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

The V Tower

2341 Ulric StSan Diego, CA 92111
property at 6416 Friars Rd

$1,995 - $2,795

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6416 Friars Rd

San DiegoCA92108
property at 6314 Friars Rd

$1,995 - $2,750

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6314 Friars Rd

San DiegoCA92108
property at 6304 Friars Rd

$2,200 - $2,725

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6304 Friars Rd

San DiegoCA92108

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Linda Vista, San Diego, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Linda Vista Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Linda Vista area of San Diego, CA is a Studio unit found at Pacific Heights II priced from $2,050. CentrePointe has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,107. Here are the most affordable Linda Vista apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Pacific Heights IIStudio (Type D)Studio,1BA$2,050
CentrePointePlan SBStudio,1BA$2,107
The Hills at Fashion ValleyDesign 1A Premier 31BR,1BA$2,263
The Modernaire Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath Classic1BR,1BA$2,299
Alexan GallerieA1A1 Jr 1x11BR,1BA$2,397

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Linda Vista, CA

As of May 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the Linda Vista area is the $2.99 price per square foot Brentwood Model at Fashion Terrace Apartment Homes in the in the Balboa Park neighborhood starting from $3,100. The second greatest value Linda Vista apartment is the Royal - Two Bedroom/Two Bath 1,025 Sq Ft Model at River Front Rental Condominiums starting at $3,295 with a $3.21 price per square foot in the Balboa Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Linda Vista apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Fashion Terrace Apartment HomesBrentwood2BR,2BA$2.99
River Front Rental CondominiumsRoyal - Two Bedroom/Two Bath 1,025 Sq Ft 2BR,2BA$3.21
Palms ApartmentsDesign 2A Premier2BR,2BA$2.69
The Modernaire Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath Classic1BR,1BA$3.06
Crandall Apartments2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$3.66
Apex Mission Valley1 Bed 1 Bath Plan A1BR,1BA$4.38
CitrinoA-031BR,1BA$3.89
The Hills at Fashion ValleyDesign 1A Premier 31BR,1BA$3.71
Alexan GallerieA1A1 Jr 1x11BR,1BA$4.23
Pacific Heights IIStudio (Type C)Studio ,1BA$4.23

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Linda Vista, San Diego, CA

Ranked #59

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

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Lifestyle Ratings

Our team works hard to bring you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Linda Vista, San Diego, and the greater San Diego area. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for the best outdoor access, luxury amenities, pet-friendly features, family-friendliness, proximity to transit, walking, and biking. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Linda Vista Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Linda Vista?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Linda Vista is under $2,755.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Linda Vista?

The cheapest apartment in Linda Vista is The Hills at Fashion Valley which is listed at $2,263, while the average apartment in Linda Vista costs $4,472.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Linda Vista?

Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 3 regular apartments in Linda Vista that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

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