
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Paradise Hills Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $900 (25 Rentals)
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Paradise Hills, San Diego, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Paradise Hills?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paradise Hills Studio Apartments | $1,833 | $1,675 | $2,027 |
| Paradise Hills 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,196 | $1,695 | $4,522 |
| Paradise Hills 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,718 | $1,756 | $4,320 |
| Paradise Hills 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,454 | $2,495 | $6,788 |
| Paradise Hills 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,344 | $3,579 | $5,085 |
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Cheapest Available Paradise Hills Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Paradise Hills area of San Diego, CA is a Studio unit found at SOUTHERN HIGHLANDS priced from $1,675. Palm Shadows Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,700. Here are the most affordable Paradise Hills apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| SOUTHERN HIGHLANDS | Studio 1 | Studio,1BA | $1,675 |
| Palm Shadows Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,700 |
| Windsor Heights | 1-Bed/1-Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,700 |
| Meadowbrook | 2 BA, 1 BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,756 |
| View | Spectacle | 1BR,1BA | $1,793 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Paradise Hills, CA
As of February 02, 2026 the best value apartment in the Paradise Hills area is the $2.94 price per square foot Two Bed Two Bath Model at Woodland Hills in the in the Paradise Hills neighborhood starting from $2,800. The second greatest value Paradise Hills apartment is the 3 Bed/1 Bath Model at Potomac Square Apartments starting at $2,495 with a $2.77 price per square foot in the Bay Terraces neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Paradise Hills apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Woodland Hills | Two Bed Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.94 |
| Potomac Square Apartments | 3 Bed/1 Bath | 3BR,1BA | $2.77 |
| Palm Shadows Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.89 |
| View | Scenery | 2BR,1BA | $2.84 |
| Meadowbrook | 2 BA, 1 BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.09 |
| Plaza 1640 | 1 Bed / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.74 |
| Bonita Woods | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.75 |
| Windsor Heights | 1-Bed/1-Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.62 |
| Parkview Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $3.06 |
| SOUTHERN HIGHLANDS | Studio 1 | Studio ,1BA | $2.99 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Paradise Hills Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Paradise Hills?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Paradise Hills is under $1,987.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Paradise Hills?
The cheapest apartment in Paradise Hills is Palm Shadows Apartments which is listed at $1,700, while the average apartment in Paradise Hills costs $3,987.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Paradise Hills?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 5 regular apartments in Paradise Hills that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Paradise Hills?
Cheap apartments in Paradise Hills have an average cost of $626 which is $3,361 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Paradise Hills.
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