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Pacific Beach, San Diego, CA Local Guide
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 | $5,897 | $2,795 | $10,000+ |
| Pacific Beach 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $7,906 | $3,900 | $10,000+ |
| Pacific Beach 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $18,066 | $7,500 | $10,000+ |
| Pacific Beach 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $18,636 | $8,495 | $10,000+ |
| Pacific Beach 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $34,900 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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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 Pacific Beach Shores priced from $1,968. The Villager Bay Park has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,995. Here are the most affordable Pacific Beach apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pacific Beach Shores | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,968 |
| The Villager Bay Park | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,995 |
| 1360 Hornblend St | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,000 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Pacific Beach, CA
As of July 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Pacific Beach area is the $4.62 price per square foot 2 Bed, 2 Bath B Model at Casas by the Sea in the in the La Jolla Alta neighborhood starting from $4,827. The second greatest value Pacific Beach apartment is the Beautiful 2br Apt Home in PB Model at Emerald Manor Apartments starting at $2,495 with a $2.71 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Casas by the Sea | 2 Bed, 2 Bath B | 2BR,2BA | $4.62 |
| Emerald Manor Apartments | Beautiful 2br Apt Home in PB | 2BR,1BA | $2.71 |
| Pacific Bay Club Apartments | Newport | 2BR,2BA | $3.31 |
| The Pacific at Mission Bay | 155111B- Upgrade | 1BR,1BA | $3.07 |
| WELCOME HOME | One Bedroom - One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.62 |
| Viking Pacific | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $3.97 |
| 1360 Hornblend St | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.33 |
| Bay Apartments | Design EA Premier | Studio ,1BA | $3.70 |
| Pacific Beach Shores | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.62 |
| The Villager Bay Park | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $3.99 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Pacific Beach?
There are currently 1115 Apartments for Rent in Pacific Beach, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,672 to $20,076. There are also 148 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Pacific Beach ranging from $1,110 to $69,000.
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Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Pacific Beach ranges from $1,110 to $69,000 with an average monthly rent of $13,190.
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