
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South I 15 Corridor Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $700 (23 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the South I 15 Corridor area of San Diego.


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South I 15 Corridor, San Diego, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South I 15 Corridor?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South I 15 Corridor Studio Apartments | $2,165 | $1,700 | $2,699 |
| South I 15 Corridor 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,725 | $1,400 | $6,106 |
| South I 15 Corridor 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,301 | $2,055 | $10,000+ |
| South I 15 Corridor 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,303 | $2,629 | $5,470 |
| South I 15 Corridor 4 Bedroom Apartments | $7,182 | $4,200 | $10,000+ |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 23 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the South I 15 Corridor Neighborhood of San Diego, CA.
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Cheapest Available South I 15 Corridor Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the South I 15 Corridor area of San Diego, CA is a Studio unit found at Mesa Village priced from $1,659. Penasquitos Point has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,700. Here are the most affordable South I 15 Corridor apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mesa Village | Studio 380 | Studio,1BA | $1,659 |
| Penasquitos Point | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,700 |
| The Sycamore | Plan A | 1BR,1BA | $1,715 |
| Cypress at Junipers Senior Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,774 |
| Legacy Hills at Poway 55+ | Studio Large - s2 | Studio,1BA | $1,865 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South I 15 Corridor, CA
As of October 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the South I 15 Corridor area is the $2.50 price per square foot Renovated 3 Bed 2 Bath Model at Carlton Ridge *1st Month Free OAC* in the in the Prospect Glen neighborhood starting from $2,995. The second greatest value South I 15 Corridor apartment is the C Model at Hourglass Park Apartments starting at $2,798 with a $2.67 price per square foot in the Mira Mesa neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South I 15 Corridor apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carlton Ridge *1st Month Free OAC* | Renovated 3 Bed 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $2.50 |
| Hourglass Park Apartments | C | 2BR,2BA | $2.67 |
| Elan Scripps Terrace | Allure | 2BR,2BA | $2.37 |
| Miramar Townhomes - Military Housing | Two Bedroom - MRTB2 | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.37 |
| Mesa Village Apartments | Plan B | 2BR,2BA | $2.71 |
| Oak Creek | 2 Bedrooms/ 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.58 |
| Desert Spa Apartments | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $2.63 |
| Elan Poway Hills | Allure | 2BR,2BA | $2.78 |
| Countryside Apartments | Tea Tree | 2BR,1BA | $2.77 |
| Casa Anita Apartments | B | 2BR,1BA | $2.66 |
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Best Local Schools in South I 15 Corridor, San Diego, CA
Miramar Ranch Elementary
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Lifestyle Ratings
Our team is happy to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including San Diego. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for outdoor amenities like tennis courts, luxury amenities, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, places to raise kids, and other valuable search options. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South I 15 Corridor Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in South I 15 Corridor?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in South I 15 Corridor is under $1,987.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in South I 15 Corridor?
The cheapest apartment in South I 15 Corridor is The Sycamore which is listed at $1,715, while the average apartment in South I 15 Corridor costs $8,860.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in South I 15 Corridor?
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 23 regular apartments in South I 15 Corridor 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 South I 15 Corridor?
Cheap apartments in South I 15 Corridor have an average cost of $243 which is $8,617 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in South I 15 Corridor.
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