
Cheap Homes for Rent in Park West Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $1,500 (8 Rentals)
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2261 4th Ave

2263 Fourth Ave

2241 Fourth Ave
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Park West, San Diego, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Park West?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park West 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,955 | $2,000 | $8,250 |
| Park West 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,795 | $6,795 | $6,795 |
| Park West 7 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $20,000 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 8 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Park West Neighborhood of San Diego, CA.
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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 Vantaggio Little Italy priced from $1,450. Luther Tower - 55+ Affordable Community has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,475. Here are the most affordable Park West apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vantaggio Little Italy | Small full size bed | Studio,1BA | $1,450 |
| Luther Tower - 55+ Affordable Community | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,475 |
| The Helm - Affordable Housing | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,650 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Park West, CA
As of May 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Park West area is the $3.36 price per square foot 3/2 Model at Curlew and Juniper Apartments in the in the Balboa Park neighborhood starting from $3,695. The second greatest value Park West apartment is the Two Bedroom in Little Italy / San Diego Model at Villa Maria Apartments starting at $3,123 with a $3.12 price per square foot in the Balboa Park neighborhood. 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Curlew and Juniper Apartments | 3/2 | 3BR,2BA | $3.36 |
| Villa Maria Apartments | Two Bedroom in Little Italy / San Diego | 2BR,1.5BA | $3.12 |
| 889 Date St, Unit 541 | 889 Date St | 1BR,2BA | $3.60 |
| GEMA | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $3.41 |
| Elan Luxo II | Aspire | 1BR,1BA | $3.49 |
| Allegro Towers | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.74 |
| 3550 Park | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $3.75 |
| Vera Cortez Hill | S1 (Premium) | Studio ,1BA | $3.52 |
| The Helm - Affordable Housing | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.44 |
| Luther Tower - 55+ Affordable Community | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.78 |
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Best Local Schools in Park West, San Diego, CA
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What type of rentals are currently available in Park West?
There are currently 772 Apartments for Rent in Park West, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,250 to $22,728. There are also 70 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Park West ranging from $1,595 to $20,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Park West?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Park West ranges from $1,595 to $20,000 with an average monthly rent of $7,188.
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