
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Sorrento Valley Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $2,159 (17 Rentals)
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Sorrento Valley?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sorrento Valley Studio Apartments | $2,509 | $2,159 | $2,675 |
| Sorrento Valley 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,446 | $2,425 | $5,305 |
| Sorrento Valley 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,050 | $2,870 | $6,160 |
| Sorrento Valley 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,252 | $3,907 | $9,939 |
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There are currently 17 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Sorrento Valley Neighborhood of San Diego, CA.
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Cheapest Available Sorrento Valley Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Sorrento Valley area of San Diego, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at La Jolla Crossroads Apartments priced from $2,850. Torrey Ridge Apartment Homes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,920. Here are the most affordable Sorrento Valley apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| La Jolla Crossroads Apartments | Chianti | 1BR, 1BA | $2,850 |
| Torrey Ridge Apartment Homes | Plan 105 | 1BR, 1BA | $2,920 |
| IMT Sorrento Valley | B1UPGRADE | 2BR, 1BA | $3,087 |
| La Jolla Canyon Apartments | Catalina | 2BR, 1BA | $3,110 |
| Torrey Gardens Apartments | Merida | 1BR, 1BA | $3,120 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Sorrento Valley, CA
As of September 20, 2026 the best value apartment in the Sorrento Valley area is the $3.05 price per square foot 2N Model at Garden at 3Roots in the Mira Mesa neighborhood starting from $5,590. The second greatest value Sorrento Valley apartment is the Plan 6 Model at Torrey Villas Apartment Homes in the Torrey Pines neighborhood starting at $3,635 with a $2.92 price per square foot. Here is today’s list of the best values for Sorrento Valley apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Garden at 3Roots | 2N | 2BR, 2BA | $3.05 |
| Torrey Villas Apartment Homes | Plan 6 | 2BR, 2BA | $2.92 |
| Altura | B3 2x2 | 2BR, 2BA | $3.45 |
| Ocean Air | B1.B2 2x2 | 2BR, 2BA | $3.56 |
| Carmel Creek | Plan 1G + Den | 1BR, 1BA | $3.53 |
| Torrey Gardens Apartments | Merida | 1BR, 1BA | $3.61 |
| La Jolla Crossroads Apartments | Chianti | 1BR, 1BA | $3.31 |
| La Jolla Canyon Apartments | Catalina | 2BR, 1BA | $3.89 |
| IMT Sorrento Valley | B1UPGRADE | 2BR, 1BA | $4.03 |
| Torrey Ridge Apartment Homes | Plan 105 | 1BR, 1BA | $5.05 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Sorrento Valley Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Sorrento Valley?
The cheapest apartment in Sorrento Valley is La Jolla Crossroads Apartments which is listed at $2,850, while the average apartment in Sorrento Valley costs $3,680.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Sorrento Valley?
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 Sorrento Valley 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 Sorrento Valley?
Cheap apartments in Sorrento Valley have an average cost of $1,124 which is $2,556 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Sorrento Valley.
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