Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Skyline Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $800 (11 Rentals)

How Many Bedrooms?Done
Select your price rangeDone
Lifestyle Matching SearchDone
By AmenitiesDone
By Community TypeDone
Features and AvailabilityDone
Done

Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Skyline area of San Diego.

close
View Me
66th Street
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

66th Street

630-636 66th StSan Diego, CA 92114
close
View Me
Valencia Pointe
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Valencia Pointe

5930 Division StSan Diego, CA 92114
  • Utilities Included
close
View Me
Pebble Cove Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Pebble Cove Apartments

2235 Saipan DrSan Diego, CA 92139
  • Utilities Included
close
View Me
SPRING VALLEY APARTMENTS
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

SPRING VALLEY APARTMENTS

8885 Orville StSpring Valley, CA 91977
  • Utilities Included
close
View Me
Sweetwater Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Sweetwater Apartments

1058 Elkelton BlvdSpring Valley, CA 91977
  • Utilities Included

Skyline, San Diego, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Skyline Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Skyline area of San Diego, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Jean C. McKinney Manor priced from $834. Sundance Senior Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,500. Here are the most affordable Skyline apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Jean C. McKinney Manor1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$834
Sundance Senior ApartmentsOne Bedroom One Bathroom1BR,1BA$1,500
ViewSpectacle1BR,1BA$1,796
Comfortable, Modern Living475-02, 475-03, 475-04, 475-05, 477-01, 477-02,...1BR,1BA$1,895
Bonita Woods1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,925

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Skyline, CA

As of October 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the Skyline area is the $2.25 price per square foot 1945 Skyline Drive Model at 1945 Skyline Drive, Unit 1945 SKYLINE in the in the North Bay Terraces neighborhood starting from $4,500. The second greatest value Skyline apartment is the byvb1 Model at Bayview Hills – Military Housing starting at $3,579 with a $3.09 price per square foot in the Bay Terraces neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Skyline apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1945 Skyline Drive, Unit 1945 SKYLINE1945 Skyline Drive4BR,3BA$2.25
Bayview Hills – Military Housingbyvb12BR,1BA$3.09
Bonita CedarsPlan 2A2BR,2BA$2.50
Potomac Square Apartments2 Bed/1 Bath2BR,1BA$2.70
Bonita Woods1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.75
Casa Serena2/12BR,1BA$2.75
ViewSpectacle1BR,1BA$2.76
Comfortable, Modern Living475-02, 475-03, 475-04, 475-05, 477-01, 477-02,...1BR,1BA$3.16
Jean C. McKinney Manor1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1.47
Sundance Senior ApartmentsOne Bedroom One Bathroom1BR,1BA$3.33

Quick Rent Budget Calculator

How much rent can you afford?

The common "Rule of Thumb" is that rent should be no more than 30% of your income. How much is that? Enter your monthly income and click "Calculate My Budget" to find out.

decorative image of people with a giant lease agreement

Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Skyline, San Diego, CA

Ranked #116

Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

decorative image of woman handing cat to small boy

Getting Around the Skyline Neighborhood in San Diego, CA

Walk Score®

54 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

30 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

44 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Skyline Apartments

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Skyline?

The cheapest apartment in Skyline is Jean C. McKinney Manor which is listed at $834, while the average apartment in Skyline costs $3,579.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Skyline?

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 1 regular apartments in Skyline that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

decorative image for Top 10 Most Affordable Neighborhoods in San Diego: A Local Real Estate Expert Guide article

Top 10 Most Affordable Neighborhoods in San Diego: A Local Real Estate Expert Guide

Written by: Hayden Goldberg

Aloha! I’m Hayden, your local San Diego Realtor and relocation expert with ApartmentHomeLiving.com.

decorative image for How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money article

How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

decorative image for The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters article

The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

decorative image for Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between article

Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.