
Cheap Homes for Rent in Pacific Beach Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $1,800 (11 Rentals)
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1714 Galveston St

1507 Galveston St

1371 Grand Ave

4404 Bond St
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721 El Carmel Pl

1645 Emerald St

1855 1/2-1063 Missouri St

1964 Chalcedony St

834 Island Ct
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2266 Grand Ave, Unit 22
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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 | $5,184 | $2,000 | $10,000+ |
| Pacific Beach 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $7,766 | $4,100 | $10,000+ |
| Pacific Beach 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $15,137 | $5,795 | $10,000+ |
| Pacific Beach 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $23,630 | $8,750 | $10,000+ |
| Pacific Beach 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $34,900 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
Browse Homes for Rent in this Neighborhood
There are currently 11 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 Bay Park Apartments priced from $1,775. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bay Park Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,775 |
| Pacific Beach Shores | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,860 |
| 1128 Felspar St | STU | Studio,1BA | $1,895 |
| The Villager Bay Park | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,995 |
| 3755-3771 Ingraham St | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,995 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Pacific Beach, CA
As of June 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Pacific Beach area is the $4.00 price per square foot 3 Beds, 2 Baths Model at 4325-4331 Clairemont Dr in the in the Clairemont neighborhood starting from $4,595. The second greatest value Pacific Beach apartment is the 2BR/2.0BA Model at Pacific Plaza Apartments starting at $3,594 with a $3.27 price per square foot in the Bay Ho 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4325-4331 Clairemont Dr | 3 Beds, 2 Baths | 3BR,2BA | $4.00 |
| Pacific Plaza Apartments | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $3.27 |
| Bay Apartments | Design 2B | 2BR,2BA | $3.97 |
| Pacific Bay Club Apartments | Newport | 2BR,2BA | $3.25 |
| Emerald Manor Apartments | Beautiful 2br Apt Home in PB | 2BR,1BA | $3.04 |
| The Seaton Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $4.02 |
| Villa Monair | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.20 |
| Bay Park Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.23 |
| Pacific Beach Shores | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.43 |
| The Villager Bay Park | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $3.99 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Pacific Beach
What type of rentals are currently available in Pacific Beach?
There are currently 1126 Apartments for Rent in Pacific Beach, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,672 to $28,562. There are also 138 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Pacific Beach ranging from $1,890 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 $1,890 to $69,000 with an average monthly rent of $13,316.
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