
Cheap Homes for Rent in Little Italy Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $1,700 (7 Rentals)
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Little Italy, San Diego, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Little Italy?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Little Italy 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,270 | $3,500 | $7,000 |
| Little Italy 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $13,133 | $4,900 | $10,000+ |
| Little Italy 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,900 | $6,900 | $6,900 |
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There are currently 7 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 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Little Italy, CA
As of March 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Little Italy area is the $4.35 price per square foot A1Mb Model at Current in the in the Balboa Park neighborhood starting from $4,599. The second greatest value Little Italy apartment is the G Floorplan- Furnished/Unfurnished Model at Cielo starting at $3,540 with a $4.04 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Current | A1Mb | 1BR,1BA | $4.35 |
| Cielo | G Floorplan- Furnished/Unfurnished | 1BR,1BA | $4.04 |
| Allegro Towers | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.74 |
| Ariel | G FLOOR PLAN(N) | 1BR,1BA | $4.55 |
| Elan Luxo II | Urbano | 1BR,1BA | $3.84 |
| The Billboard Lofts | Billboard Lofts- 203 | 1BR,1BA | $4.15 |
| Olea | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $4.03 |
| Curlew and Juniper Apartments | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $4.50 |
| The Helm - Affordable Housing | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.44 |
| City Lofts | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $4.22 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Little Italy
What type of rentals are currently available in Little Italy?
There are currently 151 Apartments for Rent in Little Italy, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,450 to $15,599. There are also 33 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Little Italy ranging from $1,750 to $25,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Little Italy?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Little Italy ranges from $1,750 to $25,000 with an average monthly rent of $5,954.
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