
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Teralta East Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $1,400 (79 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Teralta East area of San Diego.


4280 Highland Ave

4249-4255 Menlo Ave

4214 44th St

4122 Highland Ave

4146 Menlo Ave

Menlo Avenue

4118 Menlo Ave

4234 Euclid Ave

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4212 47th St

4110 45th St

4262 Highland Ave

4244-4246 N 45th St

4165-4175 Euclid Ave

4335-4341 Highland Ave

4043 45th St
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4244 Highland Ave

4230 N 46th St

4251 44th St

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4083 47th St

4269 Highland Ave

Orange Blossom Terrace

4126 Menlo Ave
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4258-4260 N 47th St

4087 46th St

4232 46th St

4165-4175 Highland Ave

4287 47th St

4233 47th St

4240 46th St

4222 44th St

4030 N 45th St

4233 Highland Ave
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4271 N 45th St

4019 46th St

4033 45th St

4029 Chamoune Ave

4126 46th St

4235-4239 Menlo Ave

4575-4785 Orange Ave

4270 47th St

4250 46th St

4273 Highland Ave
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Teralta East, San Diego, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Teralta East?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Teralta East Studio Apartments | $1,500 | $1,500 | $1,500 |
| Teralta East 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,465 | $1,400 | $1,895 |
| Teralta East 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,395 | $2,362 | $2,495 |
| Teralta East 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,728 | $2,728 | $2,728 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 79 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Teralta East Neighborhood of San Diego, CA.
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Cheapest Available Teralta East Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Teralta East area of San Diego, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Chamoune Senior Apartments priced from $1,400. Harris Family Senior Residence has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,577. Here are the most affordable Teralta East apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chamoune Senior Apartments | The Mission - One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,400 |
| Harris Family Senior Residence | Affordable Senior | 1BR,1BA | $1,577 |
| Mid-City Family Apts - Affordable Housing | Project One | 2BR,1BA | $2,362 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Teralta East, CA
As of July 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Teralta East area is the $2.75 price per square foot Project One Model at Mid-City Family Apts - Affordable Housing in the in the Balboa Park neighborhood starting from $2,362. The second greatest value Teralta East apartment is the Affordable Senior Model at Harris Family Senior Residence starting at $1,577 with a $3.29 price per square foot in the Balboa Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Teralta East apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mid-City Family Apts - Affordable Housing | Project One | 2BR,1BA | $2.75 |
| Harris Family Senior Residence | Affordable Senior | 1BR,1BA | $3.29 |
| Chamoune Senior Apartments | The Balboa - One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.41 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Teralta East Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Teralta East?
The cheapest apartment in Teralta East is Chamoune Senior Apartments which is listed at $1,400, while the average apartment in Teralta East costs $2,728.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Teralta East?
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 9 regular apartments in Teralta East that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Teralta East?
Cheap apartments in Teralta East have an average cost of $1,540 which is $1,188 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Teralta East.
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