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6780 Friars Rd
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3972 Jackdaw St, Unit 207
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6416 Friars Rd, Unit 308
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Old Town San Diego, San Diego, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent a home in Old Town San Diego?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Old Town San Diego 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,679 | $2,795 | $6,995 |
| Old Town San Diego 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,245 | $3,550 | $8,750 |
| Old Town San Diego 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $9,502 | $5,000 | $10,000+ |
| Old Town San Diego 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $7,795 | $7,795 | $7,795 |
| Old Town San Diego 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $7,595 | $7,595 | $7,595 |
| Old Town San Diego 7 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $20,000 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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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 1 Bed unit found at Redwood Terrace priced from $1,595. 2357 State St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,775. Here are the most affordable Old Town San Diego apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Redwood Terrace | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,595 |
| 2357 State St | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1,775 |
| The Presidio Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,821 |
| City Lofts | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,945 |
| 2140-2144 1st Ave | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1,995 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Old Town San Diego, CA
As of August 02, 2026 the best value apartment in the Old Town San Diego area is the $3.11 price per square foot 3152 Horton Ave Model at 3152 Horton Ave, Unit Horton Ave. Apts in the in the Balboa Park neighborhood starting from $4,350. The second greatest value Old Town San Diego apartment is the 2+2 Model at Hillcrest Summit starting at $2,995 with a $2.55 price per square foot in the Balboa Park 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3152 Horton Ave, Unit Horton Ave. Apts | 3152 Horton Ave | 2BR,2BA | $3.11 |
| Hillcrest Summit | 2+2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.55 |
| Loma Portal | 2 Bedroom/1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.95 |
| 1820 Titus St, Unit 1820 Titus Duplex | 1820 Titus St | 2BR,1BA | $3.15 |
| 4093 1st Ave | 2 Beds, 2 Baths | 2BR,2BA | $3.18 |
| Fashion Terrace Apartment Homes | Bel Air | 1BR,1BA | $3.18 |
| 2330 1st Ave, Unit Bankers Hill Condo With Downtown Views | 2330 1st Ave | 1BR,1BA | $3.28 |
| Gaines Street Apartment | 2BR/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $3.20 |
| 2140-2144 1st Ave | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $2.66 |
| 4284-4288 3rd Ave | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $3.23 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Old Town San Diego
What type of rentals are currently available in Old Town San Diego?
There are currently 909 Apartments for Rent in Old Town San Diego, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,084 to $13,108. There are also 124 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Old Town San Diego ranging from $1,200 to $35,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Old Town San Diego?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Old Town San Diego ranges from $1,200 to $35,000 with an average monthly rent of $4,086.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Old Town San Diego?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Old Town San Diego range from $3,100 to $9,140, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $3,550 to $8,750. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $5,000 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $5,300.
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