
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Sorrento Valley Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $2,000 (8 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Sorrento Valley area of San Diego.


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Sorrento Valley, San Diego, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Sorrento Valley?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sorrento Valley Studio Apartments | $2,308 | $2,129 | $2,625 |
| Sorrento Valley 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,299 | $2,000 | $6,030 |
| Sorrento Valley 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,875 | $2,800 | $5,985 |
| Sorrento Valley 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,741 | $3,950 | $7,140 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 8 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 Canyon Park priced from $2,207. La Jolla Canyon Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,365. Here are the most affordable Sorrento Valley apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Canyon Park | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,207 |
| La Jolla Canyon Apartments | Pinnacle | 1BR,1BA | $2,365 |
| Torrey Ridge Apartment Homes | Plan 101 | 1BR,1BA | $2,415 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Sorrento Valley, CA
As of December 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the Sorrento Valley area is the $3.31 price per square foot C2 3x3 Model at Ocean Air in the in the Torrey Pines neighborhood starting from $4,794. The second greatest value Sorrento Valley apartment is the Plan 6 Model at Torrey Villas Apartment Homes starting at $3,550 with a $2.86 price per square foot in the Torrey Pines neighborhood. 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ocean Air | C2 3x3 | 3BR,3BA | $3.31 |
| Torrey Villas Apartment Homes | Plan 6 | 2BR,2BA | $2.86 |
| Regents La Jolla | 2 Bed, 2 Bath with Den D (Jewel Plan - Classic) | 2BR,2BA | $3.62 |
| Torrey Hills Apartment Homes | Plan C | 2BR,2BA | $3.15 |
| La Jolla Crossroads Apartments | Chianti | 1BR,1BA | $3.31 |
| Altura | A3 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $4.14 |
| Torrey Gardens Apartments | Madrid | 1BR,1BA | $3.95 |
| IMT Sorrento Valley | A1UPGRADE | 1BR,1BA | $4.03 |
| La Jolla Canyon Apartments | Pinnacle | 1BR,1BA | $3.94 |
| 7774 Jade Coast Rd, Unit Jade | 7774 Jade Coast Rd | 1BR,1BA | $4.00 |
Getting Around the Sorrento Valley Neighborhood in San Diego, CA
Walk Score®
38 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
43 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
29 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Sorrento Valley Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Sorrento Valley?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Sorrento Valley is under $3,380.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Sorrento Valley?
The cheapest apartment in Sorrento Valley is Canyon Park which is listed at $2,207, while the average apartment in Sorrento Valley costs $7,141.
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 29 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 $1,139 which is $6,002 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Sorrento Valley.
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