
Apartments for Rent in the Sunset Cliffs Neighborhood of San Diego, CA (609 Rentals)


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Mariners Cove

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Gables Point Loma

Elan Loma Highlands

Elan Coco Palms

Chapman Place

Nimitz Crossing
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Elan The Park

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Elan Beachwalk

Elan Pacific Palms

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Elan The Palms

4386 Newport Ave

3331 Dickens St

310 -316 Rosecrans St
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5042 W Point Loma Blvd, Unit 2

961 Orma Dr

3022 Nimitz Blvd

3020 Nimitz Blvd

3018 Nimitz Blvd

4032 Valeta St, Unit Point Loma Tennis Club

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376 San Antonio Ave, Unit SI FL1-ID1335157P

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2628 Worden St, Unit SI FL1-ID1545797P

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4585 Saratoga Ave, Unit SI ID1340732P

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4587 Saratoga Ave, Unit SI ID1304284P
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4746 Del Monte Ave, Unit SI ID1062717P

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4744 Del Monte Ave, Unit SI ID1062716P

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711 Cornish Dr, Unit SI ID1024471P

4467 Vaketa, Unit 8

4467 Valeta St, Unit 9

4935 Coronado Ave

1470 Rosecrans St

4573-4575 Newport Ave

4820 Muir Ave

3130 Emerson St
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4937 Coronado Ave

3763-3763 Wawona Dr

4933 Voltaire St

3034 Newell St

1479-1479 Sunset Cliffs Blvd

5075 Niagara Ave

4957 Del Monte Ave

5137 Muir Ave

4744 Del Monte Ave

4569 Cape May Ave
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Sunset Cliffs?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sunset Cliffs Studio Apartments | $2,282 | $1,595 | $3,919 |
| Sunset Cliffs 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,676 | $1,850 | $4,995 |
| Sunset Cliffs 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,267 | $2,508 | $7,258 |
| Sunset Cliffs 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,930 | $3,350 | $10,000+ |
How much does it cost to rent a home in Sunset Cliffs?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Bedroom Homes | $4,047 | $2,900 | $6,500 |
| 3 Bedroom Homes | $6,925 | $3,990 | $10,000+ |
| 4 Bedroom Homes | $18,558 | $7,500 | $10,000+ |
| 5 Bedroom Homes | $11,347 | $7,795 | $10,000+ |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Sunset Cliffs
What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in the Sunset Cliffs area of San Diego, CA?
As of today, July 28, 2026, there are currently 609 available Sunset Cliffs apartments priced from $1,595 to $15,164, with an average monthly rent of $2,515.
How much are Studio apartments in Sunset Cliffs?
There are currently 207 Studio Apartments in Sunset Cliffs with rent ranges from $1,595 to $3,919 with an average price of $2,282.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Sunset Cliffs Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Sunset Cliffs ranges from $1,850 to $4,995 with an average monthly rent of $2,676.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Sunset Cliffs cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Sunset Cliffs range from $2,508 to $7,258. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $3,267.
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