
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Old Town Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $1,400 (16 Rentals)
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Old Town, San Diego, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Old Town?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
---|---|---|---|
Old Town Studio Apartments | $2,861 | $1,450 | $4,617 |
Old Town 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,376 | $1,950 | $10,000+ |
Old Town 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,781 | $2,220 | $10,000+ |
Old Town 3 Bedroom Apartments | $8,488 | $3,375 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 16 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Old Town Neighborhood of San Diego, CA.
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Cheapest Available Old Town Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Old Town area of San Diego, CA is a Studio unit found at Vantaggio Little Italy priced from $1,450. 8th and U has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,995. Here are the most affordable Old Town apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Vantaggio Little Italy | Small full size bed | Studio,1BA | $1,450 |
8th and U | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,995 |
Gables Point Loma | F | 1BR,1BA | $2,064 |
MC Tower | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,150 |
The Modernaire Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath Partial Classic | 1BR,1BA | $2,199 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Old Town, CA
As of August 26, 2025 the best value apartment in the Old Town area is the $3.10 price per square foot B2 Model at Gema in the in the Balboa Park neighborhood starting from $3,600. The second greatest value Old Town apartment is the 2 Bed 2.5 Bath Plan B Model at Apex Mission Valley starting at $3,552 with a $3.22 price per square foot in the Balboa Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Old Town apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Gema | B2 | 2BR,2BA | $3.10 |
Apex Mission Valley | 2 Bed 2.5 Bath Plan B | 2BR,2.5BA | $3.22 |
Loma Palisades | 2 Bedroom Townhome Palms | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.74 |
Loma Village Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $3.15 |
Il Palazzo | B5 | 2BR,2BA | $3.57 |
Loft2015 Apartments | Cosmopolitan-Flat | 2BR,1BA | $3.62 |
The Margo | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.52 |
Loma Portal | 1 Bedroom/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.50 |
Arbor Crest on Fourth | One Bedroom, One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.59 |
Gables Point Loma | E | 1BR,1BA | $3.45 |
Getting Around the Old Town Neighborhood in San Diego, CA
Walk Score®
83 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
71 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
69 / 100
Good Transit
Many nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Old Town Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Old Town?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Old Town is at Vantaggio Little Italy listed at $1,450.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Old Town Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Old Town Apartment is $2,058 at Gables Point Loma.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Old Town Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Old Town is starting from $2,600 at Loma Palisades.
What is the most affordable Old Town Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Old Town Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Felix at The Society and starts from $4,357.
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