
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southcrest Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $1,500 (28 Rentals)
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3593 Dalbergia St, Unit D, Unit D

3682 Birch St

3832 Birch St

3868-3878 National Ave

Southcrest Apartments

3751-3755 National Ave
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3713-3719 Birch St

413-421 S Highland Ave

National Avenue Cottages

3768-3782 National Ave

1440-1516 S 40th St

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3766-3772 Boston Ave
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4091-4093 Beta St

1702 Una St

4152 Newton Ave

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3745-3749 National Ave

4144-4150 Gamma St

4013-4021 Logan Ave
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Pacific Beacon

3691 National Ave

1051-1081 S 41st St
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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 | $1,695 | $1,695 | $1,695 |
| Southcrest 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,500 | $1,500 | $1,500 |
| Southcrest 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,350 | $2,350 | $2,350 |
| Southcrest 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,300 | $3,300 | $3,300 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 28 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Southcrest Neighborhood of San Diego, CA.
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Cheapest Available Southcrest Apartments for Rent
 | Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3738 Acacia St | Apt A-F | 1BR,1BA | $1,500 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southcrest, CA
As of May 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Southcrest area is the $3.00 price per square foot Apt A-F Model at 3738 Acacia St in the in the Mountain View neighborhood starting from $1,500. The second greatest value Southcrest apartment is the 3593 Dalbergia St Model at 3593 Dalbergia St, Unit D starting at $1,500 with a $3.00 price per square foot in the Barrio Logan 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3738 Acacia St | Apt A-F | 1BR,1BA | $3.00 |
| 3593 Dalbergia St, Unit D | 3593 Dalbergia St | 1BR,1BA | $3.00 |
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