
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Little Italy Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $1,400 (14 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Little Italy area of San Diego.


The Helm - Affordable Housing

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Little Italy, San Diego, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Little Italy?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Little Italy Studio Apartments | $2,803 | $1,450 | $3,955 |
| Little Italy 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,528 | $2,445 | $6,950 |
| Little Italy 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,238 | $2,750 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 14 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Little Italy Neighborhood of San Diego, CA.
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Cheapest Available Little Italy Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Little Italy area of San Diego, CA is a Studio unit found at Vantaggio Little Italy priced from $1,450. The Helm - Affordable Housing has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,650. Here are the most affordable Little Italy apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vantaggio Little Italy | Small full size bed | Studio,1BA | $1,450 |
| The Helm - Affordable Housing | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,650 |
| City Lofts | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,795 |
| Olea | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $2,445 |
| Vici Luxury Rentals - Little Italy | Capri 4 | Studio,1BA | $2,500 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Little Italy, CA
As of January 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the Little Italy area is the $4.33 price per square foot PH2 Model at AV8 Little Italy in the in the Balboa Park neighborhood starting from $5,453. The second greatest value Little Italy apartment is the 2169 Brant St Model at 2169 Brant St, Unit 335 West Ivy st starting at $2,895 with a $4.14 price per square foot in the Balboa Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Little Italy apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| AV8 Little Italy | PH2 | 2BR,2BA | $4.33 |
| 2169 Brant St, Unit 335 West Ivy st | 2169 Brant St | 2BR,2BA | $4.14 |
| Allegro Towers | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.74 |
| Elan Luxo II | Urbano | 1BR,1BA | $4.27 |
| The Billboard Lofts | Billboard Lofts- 203 | 1BR,1BA | $4.15 |
| Olea | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $4.11 |
| Cielo | A Floorplan | Studio ,1BA | $4.44 |
| Instrata Little Italy | S1 | Studio ,1BA | $4.48 |
| The Helm - Affordable Housing | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.54 |
| City Lofts | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $4.22 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Little Italy Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Little Italy?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Little Italy is at Vantaggio Little Italy listed at $1,450.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Little Italy Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Little Italy Apartment is $2,560 at Il Palazzo.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Little Italy Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Little Italy is starting from $2,750 at Il Palazzo.
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