
Cheap Homes for Rent in the Pacific Beach Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $2,195 (17 Rentals)
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4060 Huerfano Ave

4730 Noyes St

3287-89 Luna Ave

4919 Coconino Way
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1645 Emerald St

868 Agate St

3266 Clairemont Mesa Blvd
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3883 Ingraham St, Unit SI FL1-ID712A

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How much does it cost to rent a home in Pacific Beach?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pacific Beach 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,821 | $1,800 | $10,000+ |
| Pacific Beach 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $8,963 | $3,900 | $10,000+ |
| Pacific Beach 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $18,789 | $5,595 | $10,000+ |
| Pacific Beach 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $26,419 | $8,900 | $10,000+ |
| Pacific Beach 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $34,900 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
| Pacific Beach 7 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $60,000 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 17 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 1 Bed unit found at NAPLES priced from $1,800. Pacific Beach Shores has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,968. Here are the most affordable Pacific Beach apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| NAPLES | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,800 |
| Pacific Beach Shores | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,968 |
| Sail Bay Apartments | Studio - Downstairs | Studio,1BA | $1,995 |
| The Mayer @PB | Studio | C1 | Floor 1 | AMI | Studio,1BA | $2,145 |
| Del Rey Apartments | 3455 Del Rey Street | 1BR,1BA | $2,195 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Pacific Beach, CA
As of September 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Pacific Beach area is the $0.43 price per square foot 3302 Baltimore St Model at 3302 Baltimore St in the in the Clairemont neighborhood starting from $1,299. The second greatest value Pacific Beach apartment is the 3BR/2.0BA Model at 4161 Clairemont Mesa Blvd starting at $4,390 with a $3.66 price per square foot in the Clairemont 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3302 Baltimore St | 3302 Baltimore St | 1BR,1BA | $0.43 |
| 4161 Clairemont Mesa Blvd | 3BR/2.0BA | 3BR,2BA | $3.66 |
| JEWELL SREET | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $3.27 |
| Pacific Bay Club Apartments | Newport | 2BR,2BA | $3.34 |
| Emerald Manor Apartments | Beautiful 2br Apt Home in PB | 2BR,1BA | $3.53 |
| 3021 Luna Ave | 2x1 New Construction | 2BR,1BA | $3.88 |
| Villa Monair | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.23 |
| Bay Apartments | Design EA Premier | Studio ,1BA | $3.75 |
| Pacific Beach Shores | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.62 |
| NAPLES | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $3.44 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Pacific Beach
What type of rentals are currently available in Pacific Beach?
There are currently 1137 Apartments for Rent in Pacific Beach, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,299 to $30,917. There are also 136 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Pacific Beach ranging from $1,800 to $69,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Pacific Beach?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Pacific Beach ranges from $1,800 to $69,000 with an average monthly rent of $9,727.
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