
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South San Diego Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $1,100 (46 Rentals)
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Mar at Cottonwood

Mar at Primera

San Ysidro PSH Apartments

200 E Park Ave

112 Sellsway St

Smythe Avenue Cottages

129 Alverson Rd

Luna & Azul
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171 W San Ysidro Ave

125 Averil Dr

Sanger Place

West Park Villa

Sunset Breeze Apartments

3730-3758 Beyer Blvd

West Seaward Apartments

2319-2339 Smythe Ave

Villa Nueva Apartments
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155-159 W San Ysidro Blvd

123 W Olive Dr

201-209 San Ysidro Blvd

3655-3695 Sunset Ln

2344 Smythe Ave

330 Hill St

Park Avenue Apartments

157 W Olive Dr

319-323 E San Ysidro Blvd
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138-140 E Park Ave

125 Olive Dr

3820-3822 Sunset Ln

Seaward Apartments

144 W Hall Ave

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Casa Manana Apartments
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Beyer Trolley Apartments

Aldrete Apartments

El Pedregal

Vista Del Pacifico Apartments

Vista Del Rio Apartments

2215-2225 Smythe Ave

Alaquinas Apartments

Del Prado Apartments

230 Cottonwood Rd
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3775 Sunset Ln
South San Diego, San Diego, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South San Diego?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South San Diego 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,356 | $1,825 | $2,603 |
| South San Diego 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,608 | $2,195 | $3,113 |
| South San Diego 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,948 | $2,908 | $2,988 |
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There are currently 46 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the South San Diego Neighborhood of San Diego, CA.
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Cheapest Available South San Diego Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the South San Diego area of San Diego, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Cerro Carmel priced from $1,500. Mar at Cottonwood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,825. Here are the most affordable South San Diego apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cerro Carmel | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,500 |
| Mar at Cottonwood | Palmeras | 1BR,1BA | $1,825 |
| Mar at Primera | Neptune | 2BR,2BA | $2,236 |
| Casoleil | A Bartlett 656 SF | 1BR,1BA | $2,278 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South San Diego, CA
As of January 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the South San Diego area is the $2.94 price per square foot Neptune Model at Mar at Primera in the in the Ocean Crest neighborhood starting from $2,236. The second greatest value South San Diego apartment is the Palmeras Model at Mar at Cottonwood starting at $1,825 with a $2.61 price per square foot in the Ocean Crest neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South San Diego apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mar at Primera | Neptune | 2BR,2BA | $2.94 |
| Mar at Cottonwood | Palmeras | 1BR,1BA | $2.61 |
| Casoleil | A Bartlett 656 SF Reno | 1BR,1BA | $3.86 |
| Cerro Carmel | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.00 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South San Diego Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom South San Diego Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom South San Diego Apartment is $1,500 at Cerro Carmel.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom South San Diego Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in South San Diego is starting from $2,236 at Mar at Primera.
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