Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Tijuana River Valley Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $1,100 (57 Rentals)

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Rio Vista
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Rio Vista

1190 W San Ysidro BlvdSan Diego, CA 92173
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Sycamore Arms
2 Bedroom Apartments

Sycamore Arms

291-297 Sycamore RdSan Diego, CA 92173
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3730-3758 Beyer Blvd
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

3730-3758 Beyer Blvd

3730-3758 Beyer BlvdSan Diego, CA 92173

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200 E Park Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

200 E Park Ave

200 E Park AveSan Diego, CA 92173
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129 Alverson Rd
2 Bedroom Apartments

129 Alverson Rd

129 Alverson RdSan Diego, CA 92173
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112 Sellsway St
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

112 Sellsway St

112 Sellsway StSan Diego, CA 92173
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125 Averil Dr
3 Bedroom Apartments

125 Averil Dr

125 Averil DrSan Diego, CA 92173
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Sanger Place
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Sanger Place

110-112 Sanger PlSan Diego, CA 92173

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West Park Villa
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

West Park Villa

217 W Park AveSan Diego, CA 92173
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Sunset Village
Studio Apartments

Sunset Village

3550 Sunset LnSan Diego, CA 92173
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Raintree Terrace
3 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Raintree Terrace

307 Sycamore RdSan Ysidro, CA 92173
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Casa Manana Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Casa Manana Apartments

227-235 Cypress DrSan Ysidro, CA 92173
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Villas Primavera
2 Bedroom Apartments

Villas Primavera

178 W Calle PrimeraSan Ysidro, CA 92173
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Averil Villas
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Averil Villas

135 Averil RdSan Ysidro, CA 92173
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El Pedregal
3 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

El Pedregal

104 Averil RdSan Ysidro, CA 92173
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123 W Olive Dr
2 Bedroom Apartments

123 W Olive Dr

123 W Olive DrSan Ysidro, CA 92173
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3655-3695 Sunset Ln
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

3655-3695 Sunset Ln

3655-3695 Sunset LnSan Ysidro, CA 92173
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Aldrete Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Aldrete Apartments

2395 E Beyer BlvdSan Ysidro, CA 92173
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Villa la Esperanza
2 Bedroom Apartments

Villa la Esperanza

565-581 Blackshaw LnSan Ysidro, CA 92173
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2344 Smythe Ave
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

2344 Smythe Ave

2344 Smythe AveSan Ysidro, CA 92173

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230 Cottonwood Rd
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

230 Cottonwood Rd

230 Cottonwood RdSan Ysidro, CA 92173
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330 Hill St
Studio Apartments

330 Hill St

330 Hill StSan Ysidro, CA 92173
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144 W Hall Ave
Studio Apartments

144 W Hall Ave

144 W Hall AveSan Ysidro, CA 92173
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157 W Olive Dr
2 Bedroom Apartments

157 W Olive Dr

157 W Olive DrSan Ysidro, CA 92173

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Tijuana River Valley, San Diego, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Tijuana River Valley Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Tijuana River Valley area of San Diego, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Rancho Del Rio Estates priced from $1,852. Mar at Cottonwood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,955. Here are the most affordable Tijuana River Valley apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Rancho Del Rio Estates1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,852
Mar at CottonwoodPalmeras1BR,1BA$1,955
The Village1 Bedroom / 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2,205
Mar at ChavezGleam2BR,1BA$2,384
Ocean BreezePlan C | 2x22BR,2BA$2,685

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Tijuana River Valley, CA

As of October 26, 2025 the best value apartment in the Tijuana River Valley area is the $3.15 price per square foot Plan C | 2x2 Model at Ocean Breeze in the in the Palm City neighborhood starting from $2,685. The second greatest value Tijuana River Valley apartment is the Gleam Model at Mar at Chavez starting at $2,384 with a $3.33 price per square foot in the Ocean Crest neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Tijuana River Valley apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Ocean BreezePlan C | 2x22BR,2BA$3.15
Mar at ChavezGleam2BR,1BA$3.33
Mar at CottonwoodPalmeras1BR,1BA$2.79
The Village1 Bedroom / 1 Bath1BR,1BA$3.38
Rancho Del Rio Estates1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$3.28

Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

From the lounge to the laundry room, understand your rights and responsibilities in shared apartment spaces. Get tips on pet rules, noise, and security.

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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Tijuana River Valley, San Diego, CA

Ranked #141

Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the Tijuana River Valley Neighborhood in San Diego, CA

Walk Score®

15 / 100

Car-Dependent

Almost all errands require a car

Bike Score®

19 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Tijuana River Valley Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Tijuana River Valley Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Tijuana River Valley Apartment is $1,852 at Rancho Del Rio Estates.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Tijuana River Valley Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Tijuana River Valley is starting from $2,080 at Mar at Cottonwood.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Written by: Hayden Goldberg

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.