
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Northeastern San Diego Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $800 (29 Rentals)
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15277 Maturin Dr.
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Northeastern San Diego?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northeastern San Diego Studio Apartments | $1,700 | $1,700 | $1,700 |
| Northeastern San Diego 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,918 | $2,174 | $4,362 |
| Northeastern San Diego 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,446 | $2,234 | $5,400 |
| Northeastern San Diego 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,450 | $2,629 | $9,014 |
| Northeastern San Diego 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,650 | $5,300 | $6,000 |
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There are currently 29 rentals with your search options within a 3 mile radius of the Northeastern San Diego Neighborhood of San Diego, CA.
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Cheapest Available Northeastern San Diego Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Northeastern San Diego area of San Diego, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Penasquitos Point priced from $2,174. Deerwood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,225. Here are the most affordable Northeastern San Diego apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Penasquitos Point | Cerritos | 1BR,1BA | $2,174 |
| Deerwood | ADU1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,225 |
| Rancho Villas | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2,300 |
| The Casas | C 765 SF Mira Crest Casa Capricorn | 1BR,1BA | $2,301 |
| Canyon Rim Apartments | B1 Market Rate | 2BR,1BA | $2,305 |
| Ridgewood Village | Willow | 1BR,1BA | $2,316 |
| The Courtyards Pacific Village | Ascot | 1BR,1BA | $2,411 |
| The Hills | The Sierras | 2BR,1BA | $2,657 |
| Windsor Rancho PQ | S1 | Studio,1BA | $2,724 |
| Montierra | Soladad | 1BR,1BA | $2,741 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Northeastern San Diego, CA
As of April 01, 2026 the best value apartment in the Northeastern San Diego area is the $3.44 price per square foot Coronado Model at LIVIA at Scripps Ranch in the in the Rancho Penasquitos neighborhood starting from $4,727. The second greatest value Northeastern San Diego apartment is the 2 Bedroom 2 Baths (A) Renovated Model at Sofi Highlands starting at $3,455 with a $3.46 price per square foot in the Mira Mesa neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Northeastern San Diego apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| LIVIA at Scripps Ranch | Coronado | 3BR,2BA | $3.44 |
| Sofi Highlands | 2 Bedroom 2 Baths (A) Renovated | 2BR,2BA | $3.46 |
| Sofi Westview | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath A Renovated | 2BR,2BA | $3.34 |
| The Hills | The Sierras | 2BR,1BA | $2.76 |
| eaves Rancho Penasquitos | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $3.38 |
| Cresta Bella | Arezzo Lower | 1BR,1BA | $3.35 |
| Canyon Rim Apartments | B1 Market Rate | 2BR,1BA | $2.71 |
| Rancho Villas | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.88 |
| The Casas | C 765 SF Mira Crest Casa Capricorn | 1BR,1BA | $3.01 |
| Penasquitos Point | Cerritos | 1BR,1BA | $2.97 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Northeastern San Diego Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Northeastern San Diego?
The cheapest apartment in Northeastern San Diego is Penasquitos Point which is listed at $2,174, while the average apartment in Northeastern San Diego costs $8,798.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Northeastern San Diego?
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 4 regular apartments in Northeastern San Diego 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 Northeastern San Diego?
Cheap apartments in Northeastern San Diego have an average cost of $173 which is $8,625 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Northeastern San Diego.
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