1239 Hornblend St
San DiegoCA92109
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Pacific Beach Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $500 (38 Rentals)
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5050 Cass StSan Diego, CA 92109
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Pacific Beach Shores
4820 Cass StSan Diego, CA 92109
2125 Balboa Ave
San DiegoCA92109
2127 Balboa Ave
San DiegoCA92109
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830 Island Ct, Unit Beautiful beach studio co
830 Island CtSan Diego, CA 92109
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828 Island Ct, Unit Bigbeachstudio
828 Island CtSan Diego, CA 92109
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Bayview Apartments
4340 Moraga AveSan Diego, CA 92117
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Bay
3866 Ingraham StSan Diego, CA 92109
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4600 Lamont St
San DiegoCA92109
4449 Ocean Blvd
San DiegoCA92109
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The Villager in Bay Park, Freshly Renovated Studio Apartments!
2821 Morena BlvdSan Diego, CA 92117
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Ingraham - La Playa Point LP
3755-3771 Ingraham StSan Diego, CA 92109
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805 Jamaica Ct
San DiegoCA92109
732 Ventura Pl
San DiegoCA92109
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Avaz Pacific Beach
2710 Grand AveSan Diego, CA 92109
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3258-60 Jemez Dr
San DiegoCA92117
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pacific Beach Studio Apartments | $2,109 | $1,695 | $2,750 |
| Pacific Beach 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,743 | $1,860 | $5,691 |
| Pacific Beach 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,931 | $2,200 | $10,000+ |
| Pacific Beach 3 Bedroom Apartments | $7,009 | $3,300 | $10,000+ |
| Pacific Beach 4 Bedroom Apartments | $6,872 | $6,872 | $6,872 |
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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 Bay priced from $1,600. Apartments on Cass St. has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,795. Here are the most affordable Pacific Beach apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bay | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,600 |
| Apartments on Cass St. | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,795 |
| Pacific Beach Shores | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,860 |
| Cedar Shores | Studio B | Studio,1BA | $1,967 |
| Ingraham - La Playa Point LP | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,995 |
| The Villager in Bay Park, Freshly Renovated Studio Apartments! | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,995 |
| Del Rey Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,099 |
| Avaz Pacific Beach | 1 x 1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,099 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Pacific Beach, CA
As of November 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the Pacific Beach area is the $3.16 price per square foot B1 Model at The Seaton Apartments in the in the Balboa Park neighborhood starting from $3,650. The second greatest value Pacific Beach apartment is the 2x2A Model at Bay starting at $3,124 with a $3.12 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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| The Seaton Apartments | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $3.16 |
| Bay | 2x2A | 2BR,2BA | $3.12 |
| Villa Monair | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $3.20 |
| 4256 Noyes St | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $3.03 |
| The Pacific at Mission Bay | 155111A- Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $3.27 |
| 2128 Balboa Ave, Unit 1 | 2128 Balboa Ave | 2BR,1BA | $3.58 |
| Emerald Manor Apartments | Beautiful 2br Apt Home in PB | 2BR,1BA | $2.92 |
| Catalina Pacific Apartments | 151421 | 2BR,1BA | $3.46 |
| Pacific Bay Club Apartments | Pinnacle | 1BR,1BA | $3.44 |
| Pacific Beach Shores | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.43 |
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This website is happy to bring you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including San Diego. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for convenient access to the outdoors, luxury amenities, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!
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
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- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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 Bay listed at $1,600.
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 $2,395 at Emerald Manor Apartments.
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.
Top 10 Most Affordable Neighborhoods in San Diego: A Local Real Estate Expert Guide
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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.
How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Everything is a negotiation in real estate!
The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters
Written by: Trey Huguley
The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.