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Canyon View Apartments
7149 Navajo RdSan Diego, CA 92119
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Terra at Mission Trails
7707 Mission Gorge RdSan Diego, CA 92120
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College View
5420 55th StSan Diego, CA 92115
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Casa Del Cerro
6878 Navajo RdSan Diego, CA 92119
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6960 Golfcrest DrSan Diego, CA 92119
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Vista del Cerro
6750 Caminito Del GrecoSan Diego, CA 92120
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The Brentwood
6884 Hyde Park DrSan Diego, CA 92119
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Rancho Mission Trails
7647-7683 Mission Gorge RdSan Diego, CA 92120
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Mission Trails Villas
7707-7787 Magerum AveSan Diego, CA 92120
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7594 Park Ridge Blvd
7594 Park Ridge BlvdSan Diego, CA 92120
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6960 Hyde Park Dr
6960 Hyde Park DrSan Diego, CA 92119
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Mission Trails Apartments
6975 Golfcrest DrSan Diego, CA 92119
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Lakeshore Villa Apartments
6888 Golfcrest DrSan Diego, CA 92119
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Shasta Lane Apartments
5560 Shasta LnLa Mesa, CA 91942
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Adagio
5427 Lake Murray BlvdLa Mesa, CA 91942
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Elan Mesa Lofts
7491 Collins AveLa Mesa, CA 91942
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Lake Murray Woodlands
5340-5370 Lake Murray BlvdLa Mesa, CA 91942
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Shasta Greens
5525-5529 Shasta LnLa Mesa, CA 91942
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5547-5553 Shasta Ln
5547-5553 Shasta LnLa Mesa, CA 91942
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5426-5440 Lake Murray Blvd
5426-5440 Lake Murray BlvdLa Mesa, CA 91942
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Chateau Shasta
5541-5543 Shasta LnLa Mesa, CA 91942
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Casa De La Mesa
5575 Shasta LnLa Mesa, CA 91942
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Shasta Terrace Apartments
5519 Lake Murray BlvdLa Mesa, CA 91942
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Stoneridge by the Lake
5707 Baltimore DrLa Mesa, CA 91942
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Murray Manor
5700 Cowles Mountain BlvdLa Mesa, CA 91942
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Villea at Lake Murray
5565 Lake Murray BlvdLa Mesa, CA 91942
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San Carlos, San Diego, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in San Carlos?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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| San Carlos Studio Apartments | $2,230 | $1,928 | $2,784 |
| San Carlos 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,585 | $2,095 | $3,099 |
| San Carlos 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,822 | $1,535 | $3,799 |
| San Carlos 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,328 | $2,064 | $9,309 |
| San Carlos 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,661 | $1,155 | $1,915 |
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Cheapest Available San Carlos Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the San Carlos area of San Diego, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Casa De La Mesa priced from $1,900. College View has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 4 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,915. Here are the most affordable San Carlos apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Casa De La Mesa | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,900 |
| College View | 4x4 | 4BR,4BA | $1,915 |
| Terra at Mission Trails | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,928 |
| Mission Trails Apartments | Plan A | 1BR,1BA | $2,450 |
| Atlas Alvarado | A3 | 1BR,1BA | $2,486 |
| Canyon View Apartments | A5 | 1BR,1BA | $2,500 |
| Elan Mesa Lofts | 2 Bedrooms 1 Bath - 2X1 | 2BR,1BA | $2,596 |
| Adagio | Two Bedroom A | 2BR,1BA | $2,899 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in San Carlos, CA
As of July 16, 2026 the best value apartment in the San Carlos area is the $3.14 price per square foot 2x2 Model at College View in the in the College West neighborhood starting from $2,710. The second greatest value San Carlos apartment is the 2 Bedrooms 1 Bath - 2X1 Model at Elan Mesa Lofts starting at $2,596 with a $3.05 price per square foot in the Lake Murray neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for San Carlos apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| College View | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $3.14 |
| Elan Mesa Lofts | 2 Bedrooms 1 Bath - 2X1 | 2BR,1BA | $3.05 |
| Canyon View Apartments | A5 | 1BR,1BA | $3.00 |
| Atlas Alvarado | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.58 |
| Casa De La Mesa | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.71 |
| Mission Trails Apartments | Plan A | 1BR,1BA | $3.66 |
| Adagio | One Bedroom B | 1BR,1BA | $3.52 |
| Terra at Mission Trails | Studio (W&D) | Studio ,1BA | $4.03 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap San Carlos Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in San Carlos?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in San Carlos is at Terra at Mission Trails listed at $1,928.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom San Carlos Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom San Carlos Apartment is $1,900 at Casa De La Mesa.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom San Carlos Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in San Carlos is starting from $2,596 at Elan Mesa Lofts.
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