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Hillcrest Inn
3754 5th AveSan Diego, CA 92103
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Vantaggio Little Italy
1736 State StSan Diego, CA 92101
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1455 2nd AveSan Diego, CA 92101
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326 Juniper StSan Diego, CA 92101
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1808 3rd AveSan Diego, CA 92101
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225 Redwood StSan Diego, CA 92103
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1616 Guy StSan Diego, CA 92103
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191 W Beech StSan Diego, CA 92101
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2230 Albatross StSan Diego, CA 92101
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Thorn Collection
504 Thorn StSan Diego, CA 92103
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1453 4th AveSan Diego, CA 92101
3665-3669 First Ave.
San DiegoCA92103
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3506 Columbia St, Unit B
3506 Columbia StSan Diego, CA 92103
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3660 Reynard WaySan Diego, CA 92103
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Park View Hillcrest
3700 10th AveSan Diego, CA 92103
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801 A StSan Diego, CA 92101
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3660 Eagle StSan Diego, CA 92103
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816 Sutter St
816 Sutter StSan Diego, CA 92103
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Ancora Apartments
110 Beech StSan Diego, CA 92101
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Villa Pacifica
3630 6th AveSan Diego, CA 92103
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San DiegoCA92103
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AVA Balboa Park
3288 5th AveSan Diego, CA 92103
530-32 W Ivy St
San DiegoCA92101
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320 W Ash StSan Diego, CA 92101
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Rowyn
3775 Sixth AveSan Diego, CA 92103
1941 Columbia St
San DiegoCA92101
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1907 Columbia StSan Diego, CA 92101
1560 Tenth Ave
San DiegoCA92101
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1239-1247 Robinson AveSan Diego, CA 92103
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Gema San Diego Townhomes
1471 8th AveSan Diego, CA 92101
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2191 4th AveSan Diego, CA 92101
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2040 Columbia StSan Diego, CA 92101
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3686 Third Ave
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3536 First Ave
3536 1st AveSan Diego, CA 92103
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Stanza Little Italy
310 A StSan Diego, CA 92101
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1455 Kettner BlvdSan Diego, CA 92101
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Instrata Little Italy
1980 Kettner BlvdSan Diego, CA 92101
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2169 Brant St, Unit 2167 Brant st
2169 Brant StSan Diego, CA 92101
1642 7th Ave, Unit 222
1642 7th Ave
San DiegoCA92101
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425 W Beech St
San DiegoCA92101
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Kettner Crossing Phase 1
1590 Kettner BlvdSan Diego, CA 92101
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Cedar Gateway
550 Cedar StSan Diego, CA 92101
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3630-3646 Eagle St
3630-3646 Eagle StSan Diego, CA 92103
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1616 9th AveSan Diego, CA 92101
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1818 6th AveSan Diego, CA 92101
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Essex Apartments
1910 State StSan Diego, CA 92101
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3558-3572 5th AveSan Diego, CA 92103
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1721 4th AveSan Diego, CA 92101
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2241 4th AveSan Diego, CA 92101
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Park West, San Diego, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Park West?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park West Studio Apartments | $2,640 | $1,250 | $4,302 |
| Park West 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,710 | $1,625 | $10,000+ |
| Park West 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,785 | $2,244 | $10,000+ |
| Park West 3 Bedroom Apartments | $7,411 | $2,472 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Park West Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Park West area of San Diego, CA is a Studio unit found at Hillcrest Inn priced from $1,250. Vantaggio Little Italy has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,450. Here are the most affordable Park West apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hillcrest Inn | Studio | Studio, 1BA | $1,250 |
| Vantaggio Little Italy | Small full size bed | Studio, 1BA | $1,450 |
| Luther Tower - 55+ Affordable Community | Studio | Studio, 1BA | $1,475 |
| The Barcelona | Malaga | Studio, 1BA | $1,550 |
| Windsor Apartments | Studio - Basement | Studio, 1BA | $1,595 |
| Redwood Terrace Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR, 1BA | $1,625 |
| Overlook Point | Studio (Upgraded Flooring) | Studio, 1BA | $1,645 |
| The Helm - Affordable Housing | Studio | Studio, 1BA | $1,650 |
| The Melrose | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio, 1BA | $1,695 |
| Studios on 6th | 3560 studios | Studio, 1BA | $1,695 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Park West, CA
As of September 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the Park West area is the $3.08 price per square foot 9 H Penthouse Model at Imperial Tower Apartments in the Balboa Park neighborhood starting from $6,000. The second greatest value Park West apartment is the 2BR/2.0BA Model at South Mission Hills Apartment in the Balboa Park neighborhood starting at $2,650 with a $2.21 price per square foot. Here is today’s list of the best values for Park West apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Imperial Tower Apartments | 9 H Penthouse | 3BR, 2.5BA | $3.08 |
| South Mission Hills Apartment | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR, 2BA | $2.21 |
| 5th Ave-2417-2431 | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR, 1BA | $2.46 |
| Gema San Diego Townhomes | B1 | 2BR, 2.5BA | $2.67 |
| Villa Maria Apartments | Two Bedroom in Little Italy / San Diego | 2BR, 1.5BA | $3.12 |
| ******1836 Columbia Street | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR, 1BA | $2.94 |
| Cherie Noble | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR, 1BA | $3.19 |
| India and Kettner Street | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR, 1BA | $3.06 |
| Villa Pacifica | 1x1 | 1BR, 1BA | $3.16 |
| 3506 Columbia St, Unit B | 3506 Columbia St | Studio, 1BA | $3.16 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Park West Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Park West?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Park West is under $1,695.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Park West?
The cheapest apartment in Park West is Redwood Terrace Apartments which is listed at $1,625, while the average apartment in Park West costs $3,856.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Park West?
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 266 regular apartments in Park West 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 Park West?
Cheap apartments in Park West have an average cost of $1,102 which is $2,754 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Park West.
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