
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Sunset Cliffs Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $900 (61 Rentals)
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3331 Dickens St

Celeste

5137 Muir Ave

Elan Loma Highlands

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Surfcaster Apartments

Chapman Place

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Elan Coco Palms

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310 -316 Rosecrans St

1470 Rosecrans St

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The Summit at Point Loma

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Mariners Cove

Loma Palisades

Elan Pacific Palms

1479-1479 Sunset Cliffs Blvd

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Elan The Plaza

Elan The Palms
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Montalvo

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Torre Del Mar

Esquire

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2238 Famosa Blvd
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5060 Santa Monica Ave

Villa Marina

Haven Point Loma

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3109-3115 Jarvis St

1021 Scott St
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Casa Niagara

4934-4944 Coronado Avenue

4822-4828 Pescadero Ave

Point Loma Palms

Villa Point Loma

Playa

Citra Apartments

4012 Valeta St

3126 Cañon St

2636 Worden St
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Sunset Cliffs, San Diego, CA Local Guide

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+ |
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There are currently 61 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Sunset Cliffs Neighborhood of San Diego, CA.
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Cheapest Available Sunset Cliffs Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Sunset Cliffs area of San Diego, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at 2238 Famosa Blvd priced from $1,795. Haven Point Loma has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,895. Here are the most affordable Sunset Cliffs apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2238 Famosa Blvd | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1,795 |
| Haven Point Loma | 0 Beds, 1 Baths | Studio,1BA | $1,895 |
| Celeste | S3 Bay | Studio,1BA | $1,990 |
| Elan Coco Palms | Optimo | Studio,1BA | $2,245 |
| Gables Point Loma | E | 1BR,1BA | $2,250 |
| 4822-4828 Pescadero Ave | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $2,350 |
| Citra Apartments | 1 bedroom 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,395 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Sunset Cliffs, CA
As of July 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Sunset Cliffs area is the $3.68 price per square foot The Azure Model at Nimitz Crossing in the in the Wooded Area neighborhood starting from $3,495. The second greatest value Sunset Cliffs apartment is the 1 bedroom 1 bath Model at Citra Apartments starting at $2,395 with a $3.03 price per square foot in the Point Loma Heights neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Sunset Cliffs apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nimitz Crossing | The Azure | 2BR,2BA | $3.68 |
| Citra Apartments | 1 bedroom 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.03 |
| The Summit at Point Loma | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.69 |
| 4822-4828 Pescadero Ave | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $3.62 |
| Mariners Cove | The Pacifica Premier 2 | 1BR,1BA | $4.40 |
| Gables Point Loma | E | 1BR,1BA | $3.75 |
| Surfcaster Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom, 600 Square Feet and Just... | 1BR,1BA | $4.17 |
| 310 -316 Rosecrans St | 310 -316 Rosecrans St | 1BR,1BA | $3.83 |
| 2238 Famosa Blvd | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $3.37 |
| Haven Point Loma | 0 Beds, 1 Baths | Studio ,1BA | $3.79 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Sunset Cliffs Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Sunset Cliffs?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Sunset Cliffs is at Haven Point Loma listed at $1,895.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Sunset Cliffs Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Sunset Cliffs Apartment is $1,795 at 2238 Famosa Blvd.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Sunset Cliffs Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Sunset Cliffs is starting from $2,749 at Mariners Cove.
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