
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

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Casa del Pueblo

5722 Riley St

5828 Ruby St

1134-1148 Fresno St
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1280 Goshen St

1215 Hueneme St

5672 Riley St

5518 Lauretta St

USD Presidio Terrace

Woodspring

5660 Lauretta St

5430 Lauretta St
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Bel Vue Terrace

Riley Street

Riley Street Apartments
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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 | $2,233 | $1,800 | $3,100 |
| Morena 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,949 | $1,825 | $3,641 |
| Morena 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,685 | $2,400 | $4,650 |
| Morena 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,950 | $4,450 | $5,600 |
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. Pacific Ridge has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,899. 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 |
| Pacific Ridge | A3 | Studio,1BA | $2,899 |
| Arrive Mission Valley | La Palma | 2BR,2BA | $3,329 |
| The Seaton Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $3,399 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Morena, CA
As of July 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Morena area is the $3.24 price per square foot La Palma Model at Arrive Mission Valley in the in the Balboa Park neighborhood starting from $3,329. The second greatest value Morena apartment is the A1 Model at The Seaton Apartments starting at $3,399 with a $4.22 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 | La Palma | 2BR,2BA | $3.24 |
| The Seaton Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $4.22 |
| Pacific Ridge | A3 | Studio ,1BA | $3.70 |
| Gaines Street Apartment | 2BR/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $3.20 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Morena Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Morena?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Morena is at Pacific Ridge listed at $2,899.
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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