
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Little Italy Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $1,400 (34 Rentals)
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The Helm - Affordable Housing

City Lofts

2018 Front St

1435 India St, Unit 516, Unit 516

Elan Luxo II

The Billboard Lofts

531-535 W Juniper St
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Instrata Little Italy

350 W Ash St, Unit 711, Unit 711

Allegro Towers

Ariel

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Valentina by Alta

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AV8 Little Italy

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Eighteen Ten State St

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2169 Brant St, Unit 2167 Brant st, Unit 2167 Brant st
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1970 Columbia St, Unit 309, Unit 309

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Cielo

1601 Kettner Blvd

Essex Apartments

Hawthorne Studio Apartments

2321 Brant St

The Continental
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Hawthorn Apartments

1631 State St

350 W Ash St

Juniper

425 W Beech St
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2154 Union St
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 | $2,804 | $1,450 | $3,665 |
| Little Italy 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,662 | $2,095 | $7,435 |
| Little Italy 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,405 | $2,850 | $10,000+ |
| Little Italy 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,695 | $3,695 | $3,695 |
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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 | $2,292 |
| The Billboard Lofts | Billboard Lofts - 405 | 1BR,1BA | $2,395 |
| Elan Luxo II | Urbano | 1BR,1BA | $2,445 |
| Instrata Little Italy | S1 | Studio,1BA | $2,464 |
| Allegro Towers | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,575 |
| Juniper | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2,595 |
| AV8 Little Italy | B4 - B5 | 1BR,1BA | $2,685 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Little Italy, CA
As of April 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Little Italy area is the $3.00 price per square foot Three Bedroom in Little Italy/San Diego Model at Villa Maria Apartments in the in the Balboa Park neighborhood starting from $3,451. The second greatest value Little Italy apartment is the 3/2 Model at Curlew and Juniper Apartments starting at $3,695 with a $3.36 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Villa Maria Apartments | Three Bedroom in Little Italy/San Diego | 3BR,2.5BA | $3.00 |
| Curlew and Juniper Apartments | 3/2 | 3BR,2BA | $3.36 |
| Cielo | G Floorplan- Furnished/Unfurnished | 1BR,1BA | $3.96 |
| 1970 Columbia St, Unit Unit 309 | 1970 Columbia St | 2BR,2BA | $3.54 |
| Allegro Towers | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.74 |
| Elan Luxo II | Urbano | 1BR,1BA | $3.76 |
| The Billboard Lofts | Billboard Lofts - 405 | 1BR,1BA | $3.99 |
| Olea | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $3.85 |
| The Helm - Affordable Housing | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.44 |
| 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 $2,395 at The Billboard Lofts.
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 $2,907 at Il Palazzo Apartments.
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