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Trolley Court
940 Park BlvdSan Diego, CA 92101
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Market Street Square
606 3rd AveSan Diego, CA 92101
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Peachtree Inn - Fully furnished units!
901 F StSan Diego, CA 92101
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Harrington Heights - Affordable Housing
1320 BroadwaySan Diego, CA 92101
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Studios435: Furnished Studios with Modern Esthetic
435 13th StSan Diego, CA 92101
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900 F Street
900 F StSan Diego, CA 92101
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837-845 16th StSan Diego, CA 92101
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Market Street Village
699 14th StSan Diego, CA 92101
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Entrada
453 13th StSan Diego, CA 92101
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City View
840 17th StSan Diego, CA 92101
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Harborview Apartment Homes
820 W G StSan Diego, CA 92101
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Pinnacle on The Park
424 15th StSan Diego, CA 92101
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1055 6th AveSan Diego, CA 92101
302 Island Ave
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Cornerstone Lofts
302 E Island AveSan Diego, CA 92101
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715 15th StSan Diego, CA 92101
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Bayside at Coronado
1515 2nd StCoronado, CA 92118
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Marina District, San Diego, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Marina District?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marina District Studio Apartments | $2,342 | $974 | $4,417 |
| Marina District 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,216 | $1,011 | $9,435 |
| Marina District 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,683 | $2,300 | $10,000+ |
| Marina District 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,297 | $3,355 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 33 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Marina District Neighborhood of San Diego, CA.
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Cheapest Available Marina District Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Marina District area of San Diego, CA is a Studio unit found at Trolley Court priced from $974. Studio 15 has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,050. Here are the most affordable Marina District apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trolley Court | Standard | Studio, | $974 |
| Studio 15 | Studios - 50% AMI - Utilities included | Studio,1BA | $1,050 |
| Peachtree Inn - Fully furnished units! | Standard | Studio,1BA | $1,062 |
| Island Flats | Small Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,500 |
| Studios435: Furnished Studios with Modern Esthetic | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,525 |
| WLA Windsor | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,550 |
| WLA 509 Park | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,550 |
| 900 F Street | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,750 |
| Market Street Village | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,799 |
| City Villas Apartments | 0x1 | Studio,1BA | $1,835 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Marina District, CA
As of November 26, 2025 the best value apartment in the Marina District area is the $2.45 price per square foot 1/1 Loft Model at Cornerstone Lofts in the in the Balboa Park neighborhood starting from $2,450. The second greatest value Marina District apartment is the Lofts Model at Pioneer – Lofts (PIOLOF) starting at $2,495 with a $2.58 price per square foot in the Horton Plaza neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Marina District apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Cornerstone Lofts | 1/1 Loft | 1BR,1BA | $2.45 |
| Pioneer – Lofts (PIOLOF) | Lofts | 1BR,1BA | $2.58 |
| 600 Front Apartments | 2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $3.20 |
| City View | Plan B | 2BR,2BA | $2.84 |
| Arrive Broadway Lofts | Bvilding Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.73 |
| Viridian Lofts | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.09 |
| Horton 4th Avenue | Studios | Studio ,1BA | $2.91 |
| Jade Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $3.14 |
| 900 F Street | 1 Bed 1 Bath B | 1BR,1BA | $3.13 |
| Greystone Lofts | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.21 |
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ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Marina District, San Diego, and the greater San Diego area. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and the best outdoor access, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, family-friendly amenities, walking, and biking. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!
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Walk Score®
98 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
84 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
80 / 100
Excellent Transit
Transit is convenient for most trips
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Marina District Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Marina District?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Marina District is under $1,835.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Marina District?
The cheapest apartment in Marina District is 900 F Street which is listed at $1,895, while the average apartment in Marina District costs $5,067.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Marina District?
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 41 regular apartments in Marina District that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Marina District?
Cheap apartments in Marina District have an average cost of $256 which is $4,811 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Marina District.
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