Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South I 15 Corridor Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $700 (22 Rentals)

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Royal Diane Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Royal Diane Apartments

5005 Diane AveSan Diego, CA 92117
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Lotus House Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Lotus House Apartments

5110 Clairemont Mesa BlvdSan Diego, CA 92117
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Aspen Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Aspen Apartments

4975 Clairemont Mesa BlvdSan Diego, CA 92117
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Mesa Village
Studio Apartments

Mesa Village

5265 Clairemont Mesa BlvdSan Diego, CA 92117
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Pacific Palms
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Pacific Palms

5109-5139 Clairemont Mesa BlvdSan Diego, CA 92117
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Desert Spa Apartments
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Desert Spa Apartments

4338-4340 Clairemont Mesa BlvdSan Diego, CA 92117
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Laurel Park
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Laurel Park

10122 Buena Vista AveSantee, CA 92071
Senior Living
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Poway Villas
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Poway Villas

13001 Bowron RdPoway, CA 92064
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Forester Square
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Forester Square

9560 Via ZapadorSantee, CA 92071
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The Oaks Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Oaks Apartments

9205 Carlton Oaks DrSantee, CA 92071
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South I 15 Corridor, San Diego, CA Local Guide

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 $1,557. 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Mesa VillageStudio 270Studio,1BA$1,557
Penasquitos PointStudioStudio,1BA$1,700
The SycamorePlan A1BR,1BA$1,715
Legacy Hills at Poway 55+Studio Large - s2Studio,1BA$1,865
The Oaks Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath Split Level1BR,1BA$1,895

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South I 15 Corridor, CA

As of December 09, 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 Laguna Model at Montierra starting at $2,986 with a $2.79 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Carlton Ridge *1st Month Free OAC*Renovated 3 Bed 2 Bath3BR,2BA$2.50
MontierraLaguna2BR,2BA$2.79
Elan Scripps TerraceAllure2BR,2BA$2.65
Miramar Townhomes - Military HousingTwo Bedroom - MRTB22BR,1.5BA$2.37
The HillsThe Sierras2BR,1BA$2.74
Elan Poway HillsAllure2BR,2BA$2.75
Countryside ApartmentsTea Tree2BR,1BA$2.74
Canyon Rim ApartmentsB1 Market Rate2BR,1BA$2.79
Parklane Apartments2/1 Balcony2BR,1BA$2.76
Casa Anita ApartmentsB2BR,1BA$2.54

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South I 15 Corridor, San Diego, CA

Ranked #17

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

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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 $1,999.

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 $8,545.

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 33 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 $357 which is $8,188 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in South I 15 Corridor.

Expert Rental Resources

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.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate!