
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Rolando Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $300 (3 Rentals)
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Rolando, San Diego, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Rolando?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rolando Studio Apartments | $1,990 | $1,950 | $2,050 |
| Rolando 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,071 | $1,700 | $2,385 |
| Rolando 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,726 | $2,245 | $3,200 |
| Rolando 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,221 | $3,155 | $3,350 |
| Rolando 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,625 | $3,975 | $5,400 |
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There are currently 3 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Rolando Neighborhood of San Diego, CA.
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Best Value Apartments for Rent in Rolando, CA
As of January 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Rolando area is the $3.08 price per square foot 4 Beds, 2 baths Model at 4464 Arendo Dr in the in the Rolando neighborhood starting from $4,500. The second greatest value Rolando apartment is the A Model at Courtyard on 68th starting at $2,400 with a $2.00 price per square foot in the Rolando neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Rolando apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4464 Arendo Dr | 4 Beds, 2 baths | 4BR,2BA | $3.08 |
| Courtyard on 68th | A | 2BR,2BA | $2.00 |
| The Penthouse Apartments "Call for Specials" | 2+2 Plan F | 2BR,2BA | $2.58 |
| The Rive San Diego | 2x2 B | 2BR,2BA | $1.03 |
| Casa La Mesa | 2x2 C | 2BR,2BA | $2.74 |
| Live the Dream at The Diplomat Apartments! | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.93 |
| Dorchester "Call for Specials" | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.88 |
| The Belmont | 1, 2, 3, 4, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 12, 14, 15, 17, 18... | 1BR,1BA | $3.06 |
| Dorado Plaza | Plan A | 1BR,1BA | $3.32 |
| State | Minor | 1BR,1BA | $3.15 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Rolando Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Rolando?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Rolando is under $2,385.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Rolando?
The cheapest apartment in Rolando is State which is listed at $1,700, while the average apartment in Rolando costs $10,550.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Rolando?
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 17 regular apartments in Rolando 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 Rolando?
Cheap apartments in Rolando have an average cost of $1,217 which is $9,333 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Rolando.
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