
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southeast San Diego Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $1,200 (20 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Southeast San Diego area of San Diego.


3873 Superba St

912 S 29th St

3065 1/2 Logan Ave

4006-4008 Delta St

619 42nd St
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South Park Place

4314 Z St, Unit 4480

Golden Heights Terrace

Parkside

4177-4187 Eta St

3738 Acacia St
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Monarch Studios

4037 National Ave

3011 Boston Ave

3167 Market

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3133 Clay Ave
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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 | $1,695 | $1,695 | $1,695 |
| Southeast San Diego 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,473 | $1,400 | $4,726 |
| Southeast San Diego 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,481 | $2,195 | $2,895 |
| Southeast San Diego 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,196 | $2,600 | $3,495 |
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There are currently 20 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Southeast San Diego Neighborhood of San Diego, CA.
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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 2949-2955 Logan Ave priced from $1,400. 3167 Market has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,900. Here are the most affordable Southeast San Diego apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2949-2955 Logan Ave | Comfy 1bed | 1BR,1BA | $1,400 |
| 3167 Market | 1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,900 |
| Island Gardens Apartments - Affordable | 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath - 60% AMI | 2BR,1BA | $2,237 |
| South Park Place | 3x2 | 3BR,2BA | $3,295 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southeast San Diego, CA
As of June 17, 2026 the best value apartment in the Southeast San Diego area is the $2.17 price per square foot 3x2 Model at South Park Place in the in the Balboa Park neighborhood starting from $3,300. The second greatest value Southeast San Diego apartment is the 1 bedroom Model at 2949-2955 Logan Ave starting at $1,550 with a $1.55 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Park Place | 3x2 | 3BR,2BA | $2.17 |
| 2949-2955 Logan Ave | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.55 |
| Island Gardens Apartments - Affordable | 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath - 60% AMI | 2BR,1BA | $2.57 |
| 3060 National Ave, Unit 3060 | 3060 National Ave | 3BR,2BA | $3.25 |
| 3167 Market | 1 | 1BR,1BA | $4.07 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSoutheast San Diego, San Diego, CA
Ranked #143
Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
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 2949-2955 Logan Ave which is listed at $1,400, while the average apartment in Southeast San Diego costs $3,495.
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 4 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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