
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Morena Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $1,200 (35 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Morena area of San Diego.


The Seaton Apartments

Arrive Mission Valley

Gaines Street Apartment

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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 | $3,175 | $3,150 | $3,200 |
| Morena 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,718 | $1,825 | $3,505 |
| Morena 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,876 | $2,400 | $4,700 |
| Morena 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,523 | $2,650 | $5,900 |
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 $3,234. 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 | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $3,234 |
| Arrive Mission Valley | Valencia | 2BR,2BA | $3,629 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Morena, CA
As of May 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Morena area is the $3.38 price per square foot Cordova Model at Arrive Mission Valley in the in the Balboa Park neighborhood starting from $3,699. The second greatest value Morena apartment is the A1 Model at The Seaton Apartments starting at $3,234 with a $4.02 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arrive Mission Valley | Cordova | 2BR,2BA | $3.38 |
| The Seaton Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $4.02 |
| 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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