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Division & Highland Rowhomes
2040 N Highland AveSan Diego, CA 92113
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Shelltown Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $1,300 (21 Rentals)
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$1,5001 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
3738 Acacia St
3738 Acacia StSan Diego, CA 92113
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2039 S 40th St
2039 S 40th StSan Diego, CA 92113
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3808 Cottonwood St
3808 Cottonwood StSan Diego, CA 92113
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3832 Birch St
3832 Birch StSan Diego, CA 92113
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413-421 S Highland Ave
413-421 S Highland AveSan Diego, CA 92113
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2126-2130 Osborn St
2126-2130 Osborn StSan Diego, CA 92113
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments
4240 Nordica St
4240 Nordica StSan Diego, CA 92113
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4177-4187 Eta St
4177-4187 Eta StSan Diego, CA 92113
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Delta Manor Apartments
4245 Delta StSan Diego, CA 92113
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1645-1685 S 43rd St
1645-1685 S 43rd StSan Diego, CA 92113
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Villa Serena
4316-4322 Delta StSan Diego, CA 92113
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3904 Division St
3904 Division StSan Diego, CA 92113
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555 E 1st St
555 E 1st StNational City, CA 91950
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225 E 1st St
225 E 1st StNational City, CA 91950
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625-639 E 3rd St
625-639 E 3rd StNational City, CA 91950
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230 G Ave
230 G AveNational City, CA 91950
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424 E Division St
424 E Division StNational City, CA 91950
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316-330 E Division St
316-330 E Division StNational City, CA 91950
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509 E 2nd St
509 E 2nd StNational City, CA 91950
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637 E 2nd St
637 E 2nd StNational City, CA 91950
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Shelltown, San Diego, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Shelltown?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shelltown Studio Apartments | $1,695 | $1,695 | $1,695 |
| Shelltown 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,597 | $1,500 | $1,695 |
| Shelltown 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,398 | $1,850 | $2,695 |
| Shelltown 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,570 | $5,570 | $5,570 |
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Cheapest Available Shelltown Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Shelltown area of San Diego, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at 3738 Acacia St priced from $1,500. Division & Highland Rowhomes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $2,695. Here are the most affordable Shelltown apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3738 Acacia St | Apt A-F | 1BR,1BA | $1,500 |
| Division & Highland Rowhomes | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $2,695 |
| BC Nordica | 3/2.5 | 3BR,2BA | $3,650 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Shelltown, CA
As of April 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Shelltown area is the $2.15 price per square foot 3/2.5 Model at BC Nordica in the in the Mt Hope neighborhood starting from $3,650. The second greatest value Shelltown apartment is the Apt A-F Model at 3738 Acacia St starting at $1,500 with a $3.00 price per square foot in the Mountain View neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Shelltown apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| BC Nordica | 3/2.5 | 3BR,2.5BA | $2.15 |
| 3738 Acacia St | Apt A-F | 1BR,1BA | $3.00 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Shelltown Apartments
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Shelltown Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Shelltown is starting from $2,695 at Division & Highland Rowhomes.
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