
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Paradise Hills Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $900 (63 Rentals)
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Rancho Bonita

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1529 Duarte Pl

SOUTHERN HIGHLANDS

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2612 E Division St

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2303 E 8th St

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2774-27805 Vista Way

Plaza 1640

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2431 Prospect St

3242 Bonita Rd, Unit 278

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3150 Bonita Rd

Bella Vita

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2611 Grove St

1722 L Ave

419-435 Palm Ave

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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 | $1,810 | $1,575 | $2,095 |
| Paradise Hills 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,044 | $1,700 | $3,636 |
| Paradise Hills 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,634 | $1,925 | $4,320 |
| Paradise Hills 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,495 | $2,352 | $5,460 |
| Paradise Hills 4 Bedroom Apartments | $6,449 | $3,579 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 63 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Paradise Hills Neighborhood of San Diego, CA.
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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 $1,575. Palm Shadows Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,690. 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 D1 | Studio,1BA | $1,575 |
| Palm Shadows Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,690 |
| Windsor Heights | 1-Bed/1-Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,700 |
| Parkview Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,700 |
| Meadowbrook | 2 BA, 1 BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,756 |
| Arroyo Vista | 475-07, 475-08, 475-09, 475-10, 477-06, 477-07,... | 1BR,1BA | $1,895 |
| View Apartments | Design 1A Premier 3 | 1BR,1BA | $1,918 |
| Rancho Bonita | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,925 |
| Woodman Village | 1/1 Plan A | 1BR,1BA | $1,995 |
| Eucalyptus Grove Apartments | STUDIO A | Studio,1BA | $2,059 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Paradise Hills, CA
As of August 18, 2026 the best value apartment in the Paradise Hills area is the $2.76 price per square foot 3 Bed 2.5 Bath Model at Rodessia Luxury Apartments - 312 S 49th St in the in the Mt Hope neighborhood starting from $4,200. The second greatest value Paradise Hills apartment is the Ocean View 3 Bedroom Model at Kyra Apartments starting at $3,550 with a $2.77 price per square foot in the Mt Hope 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rodessia Luxury Apartments - 312 S 49th St | 3 Bed 2.5 Bath | 3BR,2.5BA | $2.76 |
| Kyra Apartments | Ocean View 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $2.77 |
| Meadowbrook | 3 BR, 1.5 BA | 3BR,1.5BA | $2.31 |
| 1438 E 16th St, Unit Apartment A | 1438 E 16th St | 2BR,1BA | $2.70 |
| Woodland Hills | Large Two Bedroom Two Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $2.74 |
| Addisyn Park Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $2.76 |
| Elan Villa Parq | Allure | 2BR,2BA | $2.93 |
| Rancho Bonita | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.75 |
| Windsor Heights | 1-Bed/1-Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.62 |
| View Apartments | Design 1A Premier 3 | 1BR,1BA | $2.95 |
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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 $2,059.
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 $1,690, while the average apartment in Paradise Hills costs $2,395.
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 6 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 $475 which is $1,920 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Paradise Hills.
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