
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Old Town San Diego Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $1,000 (39 Rentals)
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The Presidio Apartments

Overlook Point Apartments

Redwood Terrace

Canyon Breeze

Hilltop Terrace
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2517 Congress St

3620-34 Keating St

3434 Reynard Way, Unit Josie

Elan Loma Highlands

2938 Reynard Way

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Old Town San Diego, San Diego, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Old Town San Diego?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Old Town San Diego Studio Apartments | $2,278 | $1,033 | $3,195 |
Old Town San Diego 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,093 | $1,124 | $10,000+ |
Old Town San Diego 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,788 | $2,050 | $10,000+ |
Old Town San Diego 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,160 | $3,175 | $9,916 |
Old Town San Diego 4 Bedroom Apartments | $8,169 | $5,852 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 39 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Old Town San Diego Neighborhood of San Diego, CA.
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Cheapest Available Old Town San Diego Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Old Town San Diego area of San Diego, CA is a Studio unit found at The Presidio Apartments priced from $1,508. Redwood Terrace has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,675. Here are the most affordable Old Town San Diego apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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The Presidio Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,508 |
Redwood Terrace | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,675 |
Canyon Breeze | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,695 |
City Lofts | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,845 |
Elan Loma Highlands | Optimo | Studio,1BA | $1,945 |
Rainford Apartments | S1.1 | Studio,1BA | $1,995 |
Gaines Street Apartment | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $2,000 |
Mariners Cove Apartments | The Sunset | 1BR,1BA | $2,028 |
Chapman Place | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,100 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Old Town San Diego, CA
As of September 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the Old Town San Diego area is the $3.20 price per square foot 3613 Keating St Model at 3613 Keating St, Unit 3613 in the in the Balboa Park neighborhood starting from $3,995. The second greatest value Old Town San Diego apartment is the 3 Bedroom Townhome Model at Loma Palisades starting at $3,175 with a $2.65 price per square foot in the Wooded Area neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Old Town San Diego apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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3613 Keating St, Unit 3613 | 3613 Keating St | 2BR,1BA | $3.20 |
Loma Palisades | 3 Bedroom Townhome | 3BR,1.5BA | $2.65 |
Villa Point Loma | 2 bed 2 bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.67 |
Felix at The Society | C8 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $3.02 |
Fashion Terrace Apartment Homes | Brentwood | 2BR,2BA | $2.84 |
A Walkers Paradise and Serene Canyon Views | 2X1.5 Dove St TH View/Carport | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.86 |
Loma Village Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $3.15 |
4th Ave Apartments | Layout A (Luxury Vinyl Flooring) | 1BR,1BA | $3.08 |
3434 Reynard Way, Unit Josie | 3434 Reynard Way | 1BR,1BA | $2.92 |
Canyon Breeze | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.08 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Old Town San Diego Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Old Town San Diego?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Old Town San Diego is at The Presidio Apartments listed at $1,508.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Old Town San Diego Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Old Town San Diego Apartment is $1,675 at Redwood Terrace.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Old Town San Diego Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Old Town San Diego is starting from $2,400 at Loma Palisades.
What is the most affordable Old Town San Diego Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Old Town San Diego Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Loma Palisades and starts from $3,175.
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