
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Morena Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $1,235 (35 Rentals)
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Morena, San Diego, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Morena?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morena Studio Apartments | $1,800 | $1,800 | $1,800 |
| Morena 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,279 | $2,000 | $3,683 |
| Morena 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,688 | $2,400 | $4,600 |
| Morena 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,165 | $4,800 | $5,700 |
| Morena 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,795 | $4,795 | $4,795 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 35 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Morena Neighborhood of San Diego, CA.
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Cheapest Available Morena Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Morena area of San Diego, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Gaines Street Apartment priced from $2,000. The Seaton Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $3,452. Here are the most affordable Morena apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gaines Street Apartment | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $2,000 |
| The Seaton Apartments | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $3,452 |
| The Carl | 3 Beds, 2 Baths | 3BR,2BA | $4,200 |
| Pacific Ridge | F | 2BR,2BA | $4,400 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Morena, CA
As of August 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the Morena area is the $3.50 price per square foot H Model at Pacific Ridge in the in the Balboa Park neighborhood starting from $4,800. The second greatest value Morena apartment is the 3 Beds, 2 Baths Model at The Carl starting at $4,200 with a $4.33 price per square foot in the Balboa Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Morena apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pacific Ridge | H | 3BR,2BA | $3.50 |
| The Carl | 3 Beds, 2 Baths | 3BR,2BA | $4.33 |
| The Seaton Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $4.49 |
| Gaines Street Apartment | 2BR/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $3.20 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Morena Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Morena Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Morena Apartment is $2,000 at Gaines Street Apartment.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Morena Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Morena is starting from $2,400 at Gaines Street Apartment.
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