
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the North Park Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $500 (102 Rentals)
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3428 Wightman St

The Theater Apartments

2111 Wightman St

55+ Senior Living- Georgia Regency Apartments

3359 Landis St

4172-4176 Cherokee Ave

3776 Alabama St, Unit 210, Unit 210

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4245 34th St
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4528-32 Bancroft St

Azalea Garden Apartments

4379 Hamilton St

4511 36th St

The Marquis

3753 Herman Ave

3715 35th St

4183 Utah St

3971 Hamilton St

3528 Herman Ave
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North Park 55+ Apartments

Total Monthly Price
4224 Swift Ave, Unit 4224 Swift, Unit 4224 Swift

3553-57 Alabama St

1705 32nd St

3765 32nd St

4514 1/2 Idaho St

Parkline North Park

Canyonwood Apartments

Total Monthly Price
Asana at North Park

4749 35th St
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2877 Collier Ave

Park Diplomat

Total Monthly Price
3578 Grim Ave, Unit 3578, Unit 3578

3578 Grim Ave, Unit 3578 Grim Avenue

3627-3629 33rd St

3815 Wabash Ave

4234 Alabama St

3967 Illinois St

3911 Oregon St

The Jackson North Park
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AMP30

The Gardens on Bancroft

Iowa Street Senior Housing

4462-4468 30th St

Casa De Lago

Indiana Palms

4576-4580 32nd St

Aldea at Hamilton
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North Park, San Diego, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in North Park?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Park Studio Apartments | $2,419 | $1,495 | $3,295 |
| North Park 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,854 | $1,645 | $10,000+ |
| North Park 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,209 | $1,845 | $10,000+ |
| North Park 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,357 | $3,100 | $9,922 |
| North Park 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,895 | $3,895 | $3,895 |
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Cheapest Available North Park Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the North Park area of San Diego, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at The Residences at 3954 Kansas priced from $1,292. The Theater Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,500. Here are the most affordable North Park apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Residences at 3954 Kansas | One Bedroom, One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,292 |
| The Theater Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,500 |
| 55+ Senior Living- Georgia Regency Apartments | 111 | 1BR,1BA | $1,645 |
| North Park Properties | 1x1 ~ Senior 55+ | 1BR,1BA | $1,748 |
| 4245 34th St | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,795 |
| The Marquis | The Hillcrest | 1BR,1BA | $1,850 |
| North Park 55+ Apartments | 1x1 - Only 55+ | 1BR,1BA | $1,898 |
| Parkline North Park | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,950 |
| Canyonwood Apartments | 1-Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,995 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in North Park, CA
As of April 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the North Park area is the $3.23 price per square foot Two Bedrooms - One & Half Bathrooms Model at Park Diplomat in the in the Balboa Park neighborhood starting from $3,195. The second greatest value North Park apartment is the 2BR/1.0BA Model at Louisiana (Schmidt) starting at $2,195 with a $2.74 price per square foot in the Balboa Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for North Park apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park Diplomat | Two Bedrooms - One & Half Bathrooms | 2BR,1.5BA | $3.23 |
| Louisiana (Schmidt) | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.74 |
| 3967 Illinois St | 1 Bedroom #9 | 1BR,1BA | $2.80 |
| The Residences at 3954 Kansas | One Bedroom, One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.72 |
| 3578 Grim Ave, Unit 3578 | 3578 Grim Ave | 1BR,1BA | $3.42 |
| Arizona Towers Apartments | 1+1 upper side unit | 1BR,1BA | $3.33 |
| 4245 34th St | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.99 |
| The Marquis | The Hillcrest | 1BR,1BA | $3.25 |
| Asana at North Park | 1/1 Standard | 1BR,1BA | $3.63 |
| 55+ Senior Living- Georgia Regency Apartments | 111 | 1BR,1BA | $3.29 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap North Park Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in North Park?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in North Park is at The Theater Apartments listed at $1,500.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom North Park Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom North Park Apartment is $1,292 at The Residences at 3954 Kansas.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom North Park Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in North Park is starting from $2,195 at Louisiana (Schmidt).
What is the most affordable North Park Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap North Park Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 2911 Adams and starts from $3,265.
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