
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Linda Vista Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $1,200 (17 Rentals)
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Mesa Palms Apartments

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2533 Judson St, Unit #2

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2341 Ulric St

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Metro Mission Valley

The Hills at Fashion Valley

7002 Linda Vista Rd
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Linda Vista, San Diego, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Linda Vista?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Linda Vista Studio Apartments | $2,275 | $1,850 | $2,900 |
| Linda Vista 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,882 | $1,850 | $9,930 |
| Linda Vista 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,175 | $2,300 | $4,300 |
| Linda Vista 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,091 | $2,875 | $5,115 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 17 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 1 Bed unit found at Pacific Heights (Phase 2) priced from $1,665. Mesa Palms Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,850. Here are the most affordable Linda Vista apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pacific Heights (Phase 2) | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,665 |
| Mesa Palms Apartments | studio | Studio,1BA | $1,850 |
| CentrePointe | Studio (A1) | Studio,1BA | $2,047 |
| The Hills at Fashion Valley | Aspen | 1BR,1BA | $2,196 |
| Metro Mission Valley | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,208 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Linda Vista, CA
As of February 12, 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 $3,545 with a $3.46 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 | Royal - Two Bedroom/Two Bath 1,025 Sq Ft | 2BR,2BA | $3.46 |
| Village Apartments | 2x1.5 Townhome with W/D Hook ups | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.95 |
| Pacific Ridge | A3 | Studio ,1BA | $3.70 |
| Crandall Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $3.56 |
| The Modernaire Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath Mid Rise Luxury | 1BR,1BA | $3.72 |
| Apex Mission Valley | 1 Bed 1 Bath Plan A | 1BR,1BA | $3.94 |
| Palms | Breeze | 1BR,1BA | $3.24 |
| The Hills at Fashion Valley | Aspen | 1BR,1BA | $3.60 |
| Mesa Palms Apartments | studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.95 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Linda Vista Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Linda Vista?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Linda Vista is at Mesa Palms Apartments listed at $1,850.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Linda Vista Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Linda Vista Apartment is $1,665 at Pacific Heights (Phase 2).
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Linda Vista Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Linda Vista is starting from $2,395 at Village Apartments.
What is the most affordable Linda Vista Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Linda Vista Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Apex Mission Valley and starts from $3,948.
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