Cheap Homes for Rent in South Bay Terraces Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $1,000 (5 Rentals)

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South Bay Terraces, San Diego, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available South Bay Terraces Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Bay Terraces area of San Diego, CA is a 2 Beds unit found at Spring Villas priced from $1,728. Meadowbrook has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,756. Here are the most affordable South Bay Terraces apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Spring VillasTwo Bedroom, One Bathroom2BR,1BA$1,728
Meadowbrook2 BA, 1 BA2BR,1BA$1,756
View ApartmentsDesign 1A1BR,1BA$1,817

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Bay Terraces, CA

As of July 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Bay Terraces area is the $3.09 price per square foot byvb1 Model at Bayview Hills – Military Housing in the in the Bay Terraces neighborhood starting from $3,579. The second greatest value South Bay Terraces apartment is the Plan 2A Model at Bonita Cedars starting at $2,627 with a $2.57 price per square foot in the Bay Terraces neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Bay Terraces apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Bayview Hills – Military Housingbyvb12BR,1BA$3.09
Bonita CedarsPlan 2A2BR,2BA$2.57
Meadowbrook3 BR, 1.5 BA3BR,1.5BA$2.31
Rancho Vista2/1 A2BR,1BA$2.44
Potomac Square Apartments3 Bed/1 Bath3BR,1BA$2.99
Shannon Arms III Apartments2 bed & 22BR,2BA$2.37
North Bonita Apartments2-Bedroom, 1-Bathroom2BR,1BA$3.03
Rancho Bonita1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.75
Bonita Woods1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.75
View ApartmentsDesign 1A Premier 31BR,1BA$3.09

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
South Bay Terraces, San Diego, CA

Ranked #86

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
Pet Friendly

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Frequently Asked Questions about South Bay Terraces

What type of rentals are currently available in South Bay Terraces?

There are currently 116 Apartments for Rent in South Bay Terraces, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,795 to $17,319. There are also 30 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in South Bay Terraces ranging from $1,000 to $4,700.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in South Bay Terraces?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in South Bay Terraces ranges from $1,000 to $4,700 with an average monthly rent of $2,816.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in South Bay Terraces?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in South Bay Terraces range from $2,352 to $10,385, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $3,095 to $3,995. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $4,150 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,579.

Expert Rental Resources

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