
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Nestor Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $1,000 (6 Rentals)
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743 Harris Ave

Nestor Regency
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Nestor, San Diego, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Nestor?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Nestor 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,237 | $1,695 | $3,040 |
Nestor 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,861 | $2,195 | $3,940 |
Nestor 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,531 | $2,795 | $4,215 |
Nestor 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,000 | $1,000 | $1,000 |
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Cheapest Available Nestor Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Nestor area of San Diego, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Sea Breeze Garden Apartments priced from $1,925. Summer Brook Apartments: Your Oasis of Comfort and Style has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,950. Here are the most affordable Nestor apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Sea Breeze Garden Apartments | 1 bed | 1BR,1BA | $1,925 |
Summer Brook Apartments: Your Oasis of Comfort and Style | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,950 |
Rio Vista | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,988 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Nestor, CA
As of June 17, 2025 the best value apartment in the Nestor area is the $2.53 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Model at Imperial Beach Gardens in the in the Nestor neighborhood starting from $3,285. The second greatest value Nestor apartment is the 3 Bed 2 Bath Model at Wintergreen starting at $3,075 with a $2.93 price per square foot in the Nestor neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Nestor apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Imperial Beach Gardens | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,1.5BA | $2.53 |
Wintergreen | 3 Bed 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $2.93 |
Hollister Creek Apartments | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.43 |
Vista La Rosa | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.33 |
Rio Vista | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.33 |
Benton Apartments | Benton Apartments | 2BR,2BA | $3.00 |
Oro Vista Apartments | 2-Bedroom, 1.5-Bathroom Apartment Available! As... | 2BR,1.5BA | $3.09 |
Summer Brook Apartments: Your Oasis of Comfort and Style | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.79 |
Malibu South Apartments | One Bedroom One Bathroom - C | 1BR,1BA | $2.97 |
Palmera | 1Bedroom 1Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.16 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleNestor, San Diego, CA
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Among neighborhoods in San Diego, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Nestor, San Diego, CA
Godfrey G. Berry Elementary
Southwest Senior High
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Getting Around the Nestor Neighborhood in San Diego, CA
Walk Score®
60 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
46 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
49 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Nestor Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Nestor?
The cheapest apartment in Nestor is Sea Breeze Garden Apartments which is listed at $1,925, while the average apartment in Nestor costs $3,397.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Nestor?
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 2 regular apartments in Nestor 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 Nestor?
Cheap apartments in Nestor have an average cost of $482 which is $2,915 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Nestor.
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