
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Tierrasanta Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $1,800 (23 Rentals)
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Tierrasanta, San Diego, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Tierrasanta?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tierrasanta Studio Apartments | $2,062 | $1,954 | $2,279 |
| Tierrasanta 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,641 | $2,180 | $4,100 |
| Tierrasanta 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,376 | $2,800 | $5,280 |
| Tierrasanta 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,689 | $4,160 | $6,830 |
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There are currently 23 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Tierrasanta Neighborhood of San Diego, CA.
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Cheapest Available Tierrasanta Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Tierrasanta area of San Diego, CA is a Studio unit found at Terra at Mission Trails priced from $1,954. Latitude Apartments at Mission Valley has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,125. Here are the most affordable Tierrasanta apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Terra at Mission Trails | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,954 |
| Latitude Apartments at Mission Valley | One Bedroom One Bath A | 1BR,1BA | $2,125 |
| Cowles Landing | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,275 |
| Mission Trails Apartments | Plan A | 1BR,1BA | $2,323 |
| Canyon View Apartments | A5 | 1BR,1BA | $2,500 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Tierrasanta, CA
As of June 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the Tierrasanta area is the $4.28 price per square foot Horizon Model at Verge in the in the Grantville neighborhood starting from $5,829. The second greatest value Tierrasanta apartment is the Nantucket 2nd Model at Cambridge Park starting at $3,577 with a $3.05 price per square foot in the Serra Mesa neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Tierrasanta apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Verge | Horizon | 3BR,2BA | $4.28 |
| Cambridge Park | Nantucket 2nd | 2BR,2BA | $3.05 |
| The Village Mission Valley | Plan Q | 2BR,2BA | $2.83 |
| Arcadia at StoneCrest Village | Plan I | 2BR,2BA | $2.99 |
| Canyon View Apartments | A5 | 1BR,1BA | $3.00 |
| Latitude Apartments at Mission Valley | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.64 |
| Montanosa | Cardenas | 1BR,1BA | $3.30 |
| Mission Trails Apartments | Plan A | 1BR,1BA | $3.47 |
| Cowles Landing | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.68 |
| Terra at Mission Trails | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.83 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Tierrasanta Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Tierrasanta?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Tierrasanta is at Terra at Mission Trails listed at $1,954.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Tierrasanta Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Tierrasanta Apartment is $2,125 at Latitude Apartments at Mission Valley.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Tierrasanta Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Tierrasanta is starting from $2,887 at Montanosa.
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