
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Rolando Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $1,000 (32 Rentals)
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6250-6264.5-62645 Stanley Ave

6048 Bradford St, Unit A

Dorado Plaza

The Belmont

Aztec Pacific Apartments

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64Forty

6305 Stanley Ave
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6225 Stanley Ave

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4848 70th St

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Crescent Gardens Apartments

7218 1/2 Amherst St

Vista Capri East

The Dalton Apartments

4860 Rolando Ct

The Solstice

4328 College Ave
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6767 Amherst St

4930 64th St

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Casa La Mesa

Mateus Apartments

7203 Blackton Dr

4744 70th St

4163 Marian St

4163 1/2 Marian Street Unit
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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 | $2,067 | $1,985 | $2,125 |
| Rolando 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,185 | $1,775 | $4,176 |
| Rolando 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,653 | $2,000 | $4,610 |
| Rolando 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,249 | $3,175 | $3,475 |
| Rolando 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,025 | $3,900 | $4,200 |
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There are currently 32 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 $1,024. The Dalton Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,825. 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 | $1,024 |
| The Dalton Apartments | 1 Bed Premium | 1BR,1BA | $1,825 |
| Aztec Pacific Apartments | 150611 | 1BR,1BA | $1,895 |
| Dorado Plaza | Plan A | 1BR,1BA | $1,895 |
| 64Forty | S1 | Studio,1BA | $1,950 |
| Dorchester STOP IN FOR MOVE IN BONUS! | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,985 |
| The Penthouse Apartments MOVE IN BONUS | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,075 |
| Casa La Mesa | 2x2 C | 2BR,2BA | $2,649 |
| 4464 Arendo Dr | 4 Beds, 2 baths | 4BR,2BA | $4,200 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Rolando, CA
As of July 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the Rolando area is the $0.60 price per square foot 4x4 B Model at The Rive San Diego in the in the Rolando neighborhood starting from $1,024. The second greatest value Rolando apartment is the 4 Beds, 2 baths Model at 4464 Arendo Dr starting at $4,200 with a $2.88 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 | $0.60 |
| 4464 Arendo Dr | 4 Beds, 2 baths | 4BR,2BA | $2.88 |
| The Penthouse Apartments MOVE IN BONUS | Two Bedroom Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.40 |
| Casa La Mesa | 2x2 C | 2BR,2BA | $2.75 |
| Dorchester STOP IN FOR MOVE IN BONUS! | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.61 |
| The Dalton Apartments | 1 Bed Premium | 1BR,1BA | $3.04 |
| Dorado Plaza | Plan A | 1BR,1BA | $3.32 |
| The Plaza Apartments MOVE IN BONUS!* | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.79 |
| Aztec Pacific Apartments | 150611 | 1BR,1BA | $3.79 |
| 64Forty | S1.1 | Studio ,1BA | $6.01 |
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 $4,200.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Rolando?
The cheapest apartment in Rolando is The Dalton Apartments which is listed at $1,825, while the average apartment in Rolando costs $5,700.
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 $435 which is $5,265 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Rolando.
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