
Cheap Homes for Rent in Southeast San Diego Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $1,800 (6 Rentals)
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4037 National Ave

3080 Island Ave, Unit B
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4300 Z St

4314 Z St, Unit 4480
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Southeast San Diego, San Diego, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Southeast San Diego?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southeast San Diego 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,390 | $2,100 | $2,950 |
| Southeast San Diego 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,500 | $2,500 | $2,500 |
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There are currently 6 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 3738 Acacia St priced from $1,500. 2949-2955 Logan Ave has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,550. Here are the most affordable Southeast San Diego apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3738 Acacia St | Apt A-F | 1BR,1BA | $1,500 |
| 2949-2955 Logan Ave | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,550 |
| 3167 Market | 1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,000 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southeast San Diego, CA
As of March 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the Southeast San Diego area is the $1.55 price per square foot 1 bedroom Model at 2949-2955 Logan Ave in the in the Barrio Logan neighborhood starting from $1,550. The second greatest value Southeast San Diego apartment is the 3299 Imperial Ave Model at 3299 Imperial Ave, Unit 13 starting at $2,250 with a $2.68 price per square foot in the Mt Hope 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2949-2955 Logan Ave | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.55 |
| 3299 Imperial Ave, Unit 13 | 3299 Imperial Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.68 |
| 3738 Acacia St | Apt A-F | 1BR,1BA | $3.00 |
| 3167 Market | 1 | 1BR,1BA | $4.28 |
| 408 S 33rd St, Unit 2 | 408 S 33rd St | Studio ,1BA | $4.67 |
| 3041 1/2 franklin, Unit 3041 half | 3041 1/2 franklin | Studio ,1BA | $6.00 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSoutheast San Diego, San Diego, CA
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Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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3.0Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Southeast San Diego
What type of rentals are currently available in Southeast San Diego?
There are currently 246 Apartments for Rent in Southeast San Diego, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,400 to $3,995. There are also 15 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Southeast San Diego ranging from $1,850 to $2,950.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Southeast San Diego?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Southeast San Diego ranges from $1,850 to $2,950 with an average monthly rent of $2,199.
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