
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Sabre Springs Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $1,200 (33 Rentals)
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13238 Wimberly Square

9918 Caminito Bolsa

Alante

10645 Carmel Mountain Rd

10331 Azuaga St

13212 Salmon River Rd

11048 Via San Marco

10343 Azuaga St
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10306 Scripps Poway Pkwy

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Sabre Springs, San Diego, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Sabre Springs?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sabre Springs Studio Apartments | $1,700 | $1,700 | $1,700 |
| Sabre Springs 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,781 | $2,100 | $6,750 |
| Sabre Springs 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,220 | $2,234 | $4,750 |
| Sabre Springs 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,251 | $2,629 | $8,892 |
| Sabre Springs 4 Bedroom Apartments | $12,610 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 33 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Sabre Springs Neighborhood of San Diego, CA.
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Cheapest Available Sabre Springs Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Sabre Springs area of San Diego, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Pomerado Gardens Apartments priced from $2,200. Parkview Village Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,295. Here are the most affordable Sabre Springs apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pomerado Gardens Apartments | 1x1 with patio | 1BR,1BA | $2,200 |
| Parkview Village Apartments | 1/1 REMODELED Down | 1BR,1BA | $2,295 |
| Carmel Landing | Nantucket | 1BR,1BA | $2,367 |
| Canyon Rim Apartments | B2 Market Rate | 2BR,1BA | $2,399 |
| eaves Rancho Penasquitos | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $2,435 |
| Oak Creek | 2 Bedrooms/ 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2,450 |
| Countryside Apartments | Mellaleuca | 2BR,2BA | $2,484 |
| Ridgewood Village | Willow | 1BR,1BA | $2,540 |
| Carmel Terrace | Camellia | 1BR,1BA | $2,585 |
| Carmel Summit | Del Mar | 1BR,1BA | $2,757 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Sabre Springs, CA
As of July 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the Sabre Springs area is the $2.94 price per square foot 3B2B (Upgraded) Model at Sofi Canyon Hills in the in the Mira Mesa neighborhood starting from $3,622. The second greatest value Sabre Springs apartment is the 2 Bedroom 2 Bath B Renovated Model at Sofi Westview starting at $3,756 with a $3.26 price per square foot in the Mira Mesa neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Sabre Springs apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sofi Canyon Hills | 3B2B (Upgraded) | 3BR,2BA | $2.94 |
| Sofi Westview | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath B Renovated | 2BR,2BA | $3.26 |
| Countryside Apartments | Bougainvilla | 3BR,2BA | $2.64 |
| Montierra | Laguna | 2BR,2BA | $3.12 |
| Canyon Rim Apartments | C1 Market Rate | 3BR,2BA | $3.03 |
| Sofi Highlands | 2 Bedroom 2 Baths (A) Renovated | 2BR,2BA | $3.16 |
| The Royal of Rancho Penasquitos | 27, 28 | 2BR,2BA | $3.15 |
| Oak Creek | 2 Bedrooms/ 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.58 |
| Casa Mira View Apartments | CMV II - Panzano | 1BR,1BA | $3.13 |
| Cresta Bella | Amalfi | 1BR,1BA | $3.28 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Sabre Springs Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Sabre Springs?
The cheapest apartment in Sabre Springs is Pomerado Gardens Apartments which is listed at $2,200, while the average apartment in Sabre Springs costs $12,610.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Sabre Springs?
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 2 regular apartments in Sabre Springs 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 Sabre Springs?
Cheap apartments in Sabre Springs have an average cost of $190 which is $12,420 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Sabre Springs.
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