
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Linda Vista Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $1,200 (15 Rentals)
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Furnished Studio-San Diego - Fashion Valley

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7437 Hyatt St, Unit 7437 Hyatt

7002 Linda Vista Rd

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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Linda Vista?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Linda Vista Studio Apartments | $2,286 | $1,985 | $2,581 |
| Linda Vista 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,722 | $2,002 | $6,590 |
| Linda Vista 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,194 | $2,495 | $4,300 |
| Linda Vista 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,930 | $2,875 | $5,450 |
| Linda Vista 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,150 | $5,150 | $5,150 |
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There are currently 15 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Linda Vista Neighborhood of San Diego, CA.
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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 Mesa Palms Apartments priced from $1,850. The Hills at Fashion Valley has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,972. Here are the most affordable Linda Vista apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mesa Palms Apartments | studio | Studio,1BA | $1,850 |
| The Hills at Fashion Valley | Aspen | 1BR,1BA | $1,972 |
| Pacific Heights (Phase 2) | Studio (Type D) | Studio,1BA | $2,050 |
| Metro Mission Valley | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,052 |
| The Modernaire Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath Classic | 1BR,1BA | $2,125 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Linda Vista, CA
As of March 30, 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 Queen - Two Bedroom/Two Bath 1,006 Sq Ft Model at River Front Rental Condominiums starting at $3,345 with a $3.33 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fashion Terrace Apartment Homes | Brentwood | 2BR,2BA | $2.99 |
| River Front Rental Condominiums | Queen - Two Bedroom/Two Bath 1,006 Sq Ft | 2BR,2BA | $3.33 |
| Citrino | B-01 | 2BR,2BA | $3.29 |
| Village Apartments | 2x1 Townhome | 2BR,1BA | $2.95 |
| The Hills at Fashion Valley | Eastridge | 2BR,2BA | $3.24 |
| Pacific Ridge | B | 1BR,1BA | $3.57 |
| The Modernaire Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath Low Rise Luxury | 1BR,1BA | $3.53 |
| Crandall Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $3.65 |
| Apex Mission Valley | 1 Bed 1 Bath Plan A | 1BR,1BA | $3.27 |
| Palms | Breeze | 1BR,1BA | $3.13 |
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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 $2,495.
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 $1,972, while the average apartment in Linda Vista costs $5,150.
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.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Linda Vista?
Cheap apartments in Linda Vista have an average cost of $680 which is $4,470 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Linda Vista.
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