
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Pacific Beach Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $1,200 (30 Rentals)
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2313-2315 Grand Ave

Grand Avenue Apartments

2275 Grand Ave

Pacific Beach Shores

Bayview Apartments
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4702 Mission Blvd

Ingraham - La Playa Point LP
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4460-4462 Figueroa Blvd

Bay fka Bay Pointe
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Pacific Beach, San Diego, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Pacific Beach?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Pacific Beach Studio Apartments | $2,172 | $1,500 | $2,695 |
Pacific Beach 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,868 | $1,495 | $4,800 |
Pacific Beach 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,445 | $2,100 | $10,000+ |
Pacific Beach 3 Bedroom Apartments | $10,187 | $3,775 | $10,000+ |
Pacific Beach 4 Bedroom Apartments | $15,160 | $7,830 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 30 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Pacific Beach Neighborhood of San Diego, CA.
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Cheapest Available Pacific Beach Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Pacific Beach area of San Diego, CA is a Studio unit found at Pacific Bay Club priced from $1,855. Pacific Beach Shores has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,860. Here are the most affordable Pacific Beach apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Pacific Bay Club | Soledad | Studio,1BA | $1,855 |
Pacific Beach Shores | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,860 |
Apartments on Cass St. | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,995 |
Villa Monair | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,025 |
Ingraham - La Playa Point LP | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $2,045 |
Coral Bay | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,054 |
Bay fka Bay Pointe | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,099 |
The Villager! | 0/1 Ocean View | Studio,1BA | $2,195 |
Del Rey Apartments | 1x1 UNFURNISHED | 1BR,1BA | $2,195 |
Avaz Pacific Beach | 1 x 1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,295 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Pacific Beach, CA
As of June 19, 2025 the best value apartment in the Pacific Beach area is the $3.12 price per square foot 2BR/2.0BA Model at JEWELL SREET in the in the Bay Ho neighborhood starting from $3,428. The second greatest value Pacific Beach apartment is the 2x2A Model at Bay fka Bay Pointe starting at $3,719 with a $3.72 price per square foot in the Mission Bay neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Pacific Beach apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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JEWELL SREET | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $3.12 |
Bay fka Bay Pointe | 2x2A | 2BR,2BA | $3.72 |
The Pacific at Mission Bay | 155111B- Upgrade | 1BR,1BA | $2.96 |
2128 Balboa Ave, Unit 1 | 2128 Balboa Ave | 2BR,1BA | $3.52 |
The Seaton Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.84 |
3021-3037 Luna Ave | 2x1 Brand New Construction | 2BR,1BA | $3.62 |
Villa Monair | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.88 |
1729 Diamond St | 1731.5 | 1BR,1BA | $3.56 |
Coral Bay | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.16 |
Pacific Beach Shores | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.43 |
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Pet Friendly LifestylePacific Beach, San Diego, CA
Ranked #163
Among neighborhoods in San Diego, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
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4.0Pet Friendly
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Getting Around the Pacific Beach Neighborhood in San Diego, CA
Walk Score®
86 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
67 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
43 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Pacific Beach Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Pacific Beach?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Pacific Beach is at Pacific Bay Club listed at $1,855.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Pacific Beach Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Pacific Beach Apartment is $1,860 at Pacific Beach Shores.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Pacific Beach Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Pacific Beach is starting from $2,795 at Pacific Bay Club.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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