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Golden Glen Apartments
3265 C StSan Diego, CA 92102
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4037 National Ave
San DiegoCA92113
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Southern Highlands
2525 Highland AveNational City, CA 91950
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Mar at Laurel
203 Laurel AveNational City, CA 91950
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The Plaza
1438-1448 E 8th StNational City, CA 91950
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Southcrest, San Diego, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Southcrest?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southcrest Studio Apartments | $1,632 | $1,591 | $1,695 |
| Southcrest 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,452 | $1,551 | $6,000 |
| Southcrest 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,698 | $2,175 | $3,295 |
| Southcrest 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,522 | $3,495 | $3,550 |
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Cheapest Available Southcrest Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Southcrest area of San Diego, CA is a Studio unit found at Golden Glen Apartments priced from $1,495. Southern Highlands has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,591. Here are the most affordable Southcrest apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Golden Glen Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,495 |
| Southern Highlands | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,591 |
| WLA Windsor | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,650 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southcrest, CA
As of May 09, 2025 the best value apartment in the Southcrest area is the $2.60 price per square foot Two Bedroom, Two Bath Model at Vista Palmera in the in the Mountain View neighborhood starting from $2,995. The second greatest value Southcrest apartment is the 2 Bed 1 Bath Model at 12th Street Lofts starting at $2,500 with a $2.77 price per square foot in the Mountain View neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Southcrest apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vista Palmera | Two Bedroom, Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.60 |
| 12th Street Lofts | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.77 |
| 611 Highland | Two Bedroom, Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $3.12 |
| 4013-4021 Logan Ave | Two Bed/ Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $3.33 |
| Mar at Laurel | Tide | 1BR,1BA | $3.12 |
| Southern Highlands | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.65 |
| The Plaza | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.61 |
| 2520 E St | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $4.41 |
| Golden Glen Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.11 |
| WLA Windsor | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $11.79 |
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2.5Pet Friendly
Getting Around the Southcrest Neighborhood in San Diego, CA
Walk Score®
69 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
51 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
47 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Southcrest Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Southcrest?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Southcrest is under $2,995.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Southcrest?
The cheapest apartment in Southcrest is Mar at Laurel which is listed at $1,869, while the average apartment in Southcrest costs $3,495.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Southcrest?
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 1 regular apartments in Southcrest that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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