
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Rolando Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $300 (28 Rentals)
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4109 Vista Grande Dr

State

Total Monthly Price
64Forty

4251 College Ave

The Belmont

6305 Stanley Ave
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Dorado Plaza

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Courtyard on 68th

The Solstice

6249-6253 Dorothy Dr

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Diplomat Apartments

4781 SEMINOLE Dr

Crescent Gardens Apartments

6101 Adelaide Ave

7014 Amherst St

Vista Capri East

The Dalton Apartments
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4182 Vista Grande Dr

4860 Rolando Ct

4272 Harbinson Ave

4781 73rd St

Total Monthly Price
Casa La Mesa

Mateus Apartments

4744 70th St
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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 | $2,031 | $1,950 | $2,075 |
| Rolando 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,040 | $1,800 | $2,395 |
| Rolando 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,643 | $1,975 | $5,381 |
| Rolando 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,230 | $3,155 | $3,360 |
| Rolando 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,125 | $3,900 | $4,500 |
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There are currently 28 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Rolando Neighborhood of San Diego, CA.
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Cheapest Available Rolando Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Rolando area of San Diego, CA is a 4 Beds unit found at The Rive San Diego priced from $386. The Dalton Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,750. Here are the most affordable Rolando apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Rive San Diego | 4x4 B | 4BR,4BA | $386 |
| The Dalton Apartments | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,750 |
| State | Minor | 1BR,1BA | $1,796 |
| 64Forty | S1 | Studio,1BA | $1,800 |
| The Belmont | 1, 2, 3, 4, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 12, 14, 15, 17, 18... | 1BR,1BA | $1,875 |
| Dorado Plaza | Plan A | 1BR,1BA | $1,970 |
| Dorchester STOP IN FOR MOVE IN BONUS! | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,085 |
| Casa La Mesa | 1x1 A | 1BR,1BA | $2,149 |
| The Solstice | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $2,200 |
| Courtyard on 68th | A | 2BR,2BA | $2,200 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Rolando, CA
As of June 03, 2026 the best value apartment in the Rolando area is the $0.23 price per square foot 4x4 B Model at The Rive San Diego in the in the Rolando neighborhood starting from $386. The second greatest value Rolando apartment is the 4 Beds, 2 baths Model at 4464 Arendo Dr starting at $4,500 with a $3.08 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Rive San Diego | 4x4 B | 4BR,4BA | $0.23 |
| 4464 Arendo Dr | 4 Beds, 2 baths | 4BR,2BA | $3.08 |
| Courtyard on 68th | A | 2BR,2BA | $1.83 |
| The Penthouse Apartments MOVE IN BONUS | Two Bedroom Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.59 |
| Diplomat Apartments | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.79 |
| The Solstice | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.82 |
| Dorchester STOP IN FOR MOVE IN BONUS! | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.74 |
| Casa La Mesa | 1x1 A | 1BR,1BA | $3.07 |
| The Belmont | 1, 2, 3, 4, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 12, 14, 15, 17, 18... | 1BR,1BA | $3.02 |
| The Dalton Apartments | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.04 |
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 $2,200.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Rolando?
The cheapest apartment in Rolando is The Dalton Apartments which is listed at $1,750, while the average apartment in Rolando costs $3,975.
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 5 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 $317 which is $3,658 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Rolando.
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