Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South I 15 Corridor Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $700 (19 Rentals)

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Aspen Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Aspen Apartments

4975 Clairemont Mesa BlvdSan 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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Pacific Palms
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Pacific Palms

5109-5139 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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Desert Spa Apartments
1 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
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Forester Square
1 Bedroom Apartments

Forester Square

9560 Via ZapadorSantee, CA 92071

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Poway Villas
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Poway Villas

13001 Bowron RdPoway, CA 92064

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 $1,829. The Sycamore has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,865. Here are the most affordable South I 15 Corridor apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Mesa VillageStudio 380Studio,1BA$1,829
The SycamorePlan A1BR,1BA$1,865
Legacy Hills at Poway 55+Studio Large - s2Studio,1BA$1,865
Carlton Heights Villas1 BEDROOM 565 SQUARE FEET1BR,1BA$1,975
Pomerado Gardens Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath Remodeled1BR,1BA$2,000

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

As of June 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the South I 15 Corridor area is the $2.82 price per square foot C1 Model at Ascent at Campus Life in the in the Scripps Ranch neighborhood starting from $3,855. The second greatest value South I 15 Corridor apartment is the Belluno Upper Model at Cresta Bella starting at $3,741 with a $2.82 price per square foot in the Rancho Penasquitos 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.
Ascent at Campus LifeC13BR,2BA$2.82
Cresta BellaBelluno Upper2BR,2BA$2.82
Carlton Ridge *1st Month Free OAC*Renovated 3 Bed 2 Bath3BR,2BA$2.50
The HillsThe Cuyamacas3BR,2BA$2.60
Carroll ApartmentsThree Bedroom3BR,2BA$2.78
Elan Scripps TerraceAllure2BR,2BA$2.65
Arbors ApartmentsBeechwood2BR,1.5BA$2.89
Gold Coast ApartmentsHampton Remodel2BR,2BA$2.82
Miramar Townhomes - Military HousingTwo Bedroom - MRTB22BR,1.5BA$2.37
9929 Erma Rd, Unit 2069929 Erma Rd2BR,2BA$2.85

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South I 15 Corridor, San Diego, CA

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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 the Cheapest Studio apartment in South I 15 Corridor?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in South I 15 Corridor is at Mesa Village listed at $1,829.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom South I 15 Corridor Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom South I 15 Corridor Apartment is $1,865 at The Sycamore.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom South I 15 Corridor Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in South I 15 Corridor is starting from $2,295 at Parklane Apartments *$500 OFF*.

What is the most affordable South I 15 Corridor Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap South I 15 Corridor Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Hills and starts from $2,969.

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