
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Normal Heights Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $1,200 (189 Rentals)
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Park Place View * 1 Month Free*

4335 39th St, Unit 4339

4594 Hawley Blvd

4567-71 Felton St

Madison Avenue Manor

4486 N 39th St

4345 McClintock St

35th Street Villas

3185 Madison Ave
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3726 Madison Ave

4455-4457 32nd St

University Heights

3816 Adams Ave

Felton Street Apartments

4449-4455 Illinois St

4342 Iowa St

3822 Adams Ave

4366-4372 Iowa St

Palm Terrace
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4333-4339 Illinois St

4325 Felton St

4326 39th St

4336 Felton St

4389 N 39th St

4383 Bancroft St

4638 Iowa St

Laurel Manor

4669 Iowa St

4349 McClintock St
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4440 36th St

4418 36th St

3909 Monroe Ave

4355 McClintock St

4530 Cherokee Ave

4405 39th St

4537-4541 39th St

4615 Bancroft St

4658-4662 Cherokee Ave

Madison Ave. Apartments
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4561 Hawley Blvd

4338 Cherokee Ave

4507-4513 32nd St

4657 Iowa St

4377 Wilson Ave

4354 40th St

4655 33rd St

4366-4368 34th St

4620-4624 33rd St

Fourplex
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Normal Heights, San Diego, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Normal Heights?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Normal Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,483 | $1,995 | $2,920 |
| Normal Heights 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,693 | $2,100 | $3,100 |
| Normal Heights 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,395 | $3,395 | $3,395 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 189 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Normal Heights Neighborhood of San Diego, CA.
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Cheapest Available Normal Heights Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Normal Heights area of San Diego, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at 4505 Illinois Street - North Park's Newest Boutique Upscale Apartments priced from $2,562. Park Place View * 1 Month Free* has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $2,650. Here are the most affordable Normal Heights apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4505 Illinois Street - North Park's Newest Boutique Upscale Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2,562 |
| Park Place View * 1 Month Free* | 2 bedroom/2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $2,650 |
| Ollie North Park Lofts | The Elgin | 1BR,1BA | $2,850 |
| Felton | 3 X 2 | 3BR,2BA | $3,395 |
| Meade North Park | 2B/2B | 2BR,2BA | $3,495 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Normal Heights, CA
As of January 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the Normal Heights area is the $2.83 price per square foot 3 X 2 Model at Felton in the in the Balboa Park neighborhood starting from $3,395. The second greatest value Normal Heights apartment is the 2 bedroom/2 Bathroom Model at Park Place View * 1 Month Free* starting at $2,650 with a $2.99 price per square foot in the Balboa Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Normal Heights apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Felton | 3 X 2 | 3BR,2BA | $2.83 |
| Park Place View * 1 Month Free* | 2 bedroom/2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $2.99 |
| Ollie North Park Lofts | The Chicago | 1BR,1BA | $3.90 |
| 4505 Illinois Street - North Park's Newest Boutique Upscale Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $4.58 |
| 4335 39th St, Unit 4339 | 4335 39th St | 1BR,1BA | $4.99 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Normal Heights Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Normal Heights Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Normal Heights Apartment is $2,562 at 4505 Illinois Street - North Park's Newest Boutique Upscale Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Normal Heights Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Normal Heights is starting from $2,650 at Park Place View * 1 Month Free*.
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