4006-4008 Delta St
San DiegoCA92113
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southeast San Diego Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $1,200 (16 Rentals)
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3043 Franklin Ave, Unit 3043
3043 Franklin AveSan Diego, CA 92113
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3037 franklin
3037 franklinSan Diego, CA 92113
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Island Gardens Apartments - Affordable
3545 Island AveSan Diego, CA 92102
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3167 Market
3167 Market StSan Diego, CA 92102
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Golden Heights Terrace
525-575 28th StSan Diego, CA 92102
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Parkside
4035 Park Haven CtSan Diego, CA 92113
3011 Franklin Ave
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4177-4187 Eta St
4177-4187 Eta StSan Diego, CA 92113
3873 Superba St
San DiegoCA92113
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3738 Acacia St
3738 Acacia StSan Diego, CA 92113
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3891-3893 Superior St
3891-3893 Superior StSan Diego, CA 92113
729 Morrison St
San DiegoCA92102
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Monarch Studios
2955 Commercial StSan Diego, CA 92113
4037 National Ave
San DiegoCA92113
Southeast San Diego - One of the Best Affordable Neighborhoods in San Diego
Named as one of the Best Affordable Neighborhoods to rent in San Diego by our , Local Expert Hayden Goldberg. See how it ranks!
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Mount Hope House Apartments
3751 Market StSan Diego, CA 92102
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Southeast San Diego, San Diego, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Southeast San Diego?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southeast San Diego Studio Apartments | $1,595 | $1,595 | $1,595 |
| Southeast San Diego 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,030 | $1,700 | $2,345 |
| Southeast San Diego 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,390 | $1,843 | $2,745 |
| Southeast San Diego 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,597 | $3,495 | $3,995 |
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Cheapest Available Southeast San Diego Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Southeast San Diego area of San Diego, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at 3891-3893 Superior St priced from $1,595. Island Gardens Apartments - Affordable has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,843. Here are the most affordable Southeast San Diego apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3891-3893 Superior St | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1,595 |
| Island Gardens Apartments - Affordable | 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath - 60% AMI | 2BR,1BA | $1,843 |
| 3167 Market | 1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,900 |
| South Park Place | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,995 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southeast San Diego, CA
As of August 02, 2026 the best value apartment in the Southeast San Diego area is the $2.12 price per square foot 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath - 60% AMI Model at Island Gardens Apartments - Affordable in the in the Balboa Park neighborhood starting from $1,843. The second greatest value Southeast San Diego apartment is the 3043 Franklin Ave Model at 3043 Franklin Ave, Unit 3043 starting at $1,800 with a $2.50 price per square foot in the Barrio Logan neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Southeast San Diego apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Island Gardens Apartments - Affordable | 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath - 60% AMI | 2BR,1BA | $2.12 |
| 3043 Franklin Ave, Unit 3043 | 3043 Franklin Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.50 |
| South Park Place | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $3.89 |
| 3891-3893 Superior St | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $3.19 |
| 3167 Market | 1 | 1BR,1BA | $4.07 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Southeast San Diego Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Southeast San Diego?
The cheapest apartment in Southeast San Diego is 3891-3893 Superior St which is listed at $1,595, while the average apartment in Southeast San Diego costs $2,345.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Southeast San Diego?
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 Southeast San Diego that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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