
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Linda Vista Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $1,200 (24 Rentals)
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1710 Hanford Dr

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Pacific Heights II

Furnished Studio-San Diego - Fashion Valley

6780 Friars Rd, Unit 6780 Friars Rd 320, Unit 6780 Friars Rd 320

CentrePointe

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The Hills at Fashion Valley

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2110 Drescher St

2253-2285 Dunlop St

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3250 Ashford St

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3266 Ashford St

Modernaire Luxury Apartments

The V Tower

6416 Friars Rd

6314 Friars Rd

Aldea at Mesa College

6304 Friars Rd

Pacific Heights II
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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 | $2,276 | $1,945 | $3,200 |
| Linda Vista 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,703 | $1,775 | $3,500 |
| Linda Vista 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,321 | $2,436 | $4,700 |
| Linda Vista 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,511 | $2,875 | $5,900 |
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There are currently 24 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 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pacific Heights II | Studio (Type D) | Studio,1BA | $2,050 |
| CentrePointe | Plan SB | Studio,1BA | $2,107 |
| The Hills at Fashion Valley | Design 1A Premier 3 | 1BR,1BA | $2,263 |
| The Modernaire Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath Classic | 1BR,1BA | $2,299 |
| Alexan Gallerie | A1A1 Jr 1x1 | 1BR,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 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 | $3.21 |
| Palms Apartments | Design 2A Premier | 2BR,2BA | $2.69 |
| The Modernaire Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath Classic | 1BR,1BA | $3.06 |
| Crandall Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $3.66 |
| Apex Mission Valley | 1 Bed 1 Bath Plan A | 1BR,1BA | $4.38 |
| Citrino | A-03 | 1BR,1BA | $3.89 |
| The Hills at Fashion Valley | Design 1A Premier 3 | 1BR,1BA | $3.71 |
| Alexan Gallerie | A1A1 Jr 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $4.23 |
| Pacific Heights II | Studio (Type C) | Studio ,1BA | $4.23 |
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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 $2,755.
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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