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

San Ysidro PSH Apartments

Sycamore Arms

Smythe Avenue Cottages

112 Sellsway St

171 W San Ysidro Ave

200 E Park Ave

129 Alverson Rd

Sanger Place
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125 Averil Dr

West Park Villa

Sunset Village

Mar at Chavez

Mar at Cottonwood

Palmira Village Apartments

Rio Vista

Mar at Primera

Sunset Breeze Apartments

3730-3758 Beyer Blvd
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West Seaward Apartments

2319-2339 Smythe Ave

155-159 W San Ysidro Blvd

2344 Smythe Ave

201-209 San Ysidro Blvd

123 W Olive Dr

3655-3695 Sunset Ln

330 Hill St

Park Avenue Apartments

125 Olive Dr
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157 W Olive Dr

319-323 E San Ysidro Blvd

144 W Hall Ave

138-140 E Park Ave

Raintree Terrace

3820-3822 Sunset Ln

Seaward Apartments

Casa De Miranda Apartments

Casa Maria Apartments

Raintree Terrace
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Averil Villas

Casa Manana Apartments

Villas Primavera

Beyer Trolley Apartments

El Pedregal

Aldrete Apartments

Sycamore Terrace Apartments

Villa la Esperanza

Vista Del Pacifico Apartments
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Tijuana River Valley, San Diego, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Tijuana River Valley?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tijuana River Valley 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,016 | $1,575 | $2,215 |
| Tijuana River Valley 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,655 | $2,450 | $2,791 |
| Tijuana River Valley 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,034 | $2,950 | $3,076 |
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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 Studio unit found at Vista Lane Family Homes - Affordable Housing priced from $1,455. Mar at Chavez has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,920. Here are the most affordable Tijuana River Valley apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vista Lane Family Homes - Affordable Housing | 3501 -Studio - 50% AMI | Studio,1BA | $1,455 |
| Mar at Chavez | Dawn | 1BR,1BA | $1,920 |
| Mar at Cottonwood | Palmeras | 1BR,1BA | $1,930 |
| The Village | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,215 |
| Rio Vista | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2,306 |
| Mar at Primera | Neptune | 2BR,2BA | $2,358 |
| Casa De Flores | Be First When Leasing Opens ~ ¤ 2X1 Waitlist Av... | 2BR,1BA | $2,450 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Tijuana River Valley, CA
As of July 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Tijuana River Valley area is the $3.24 price per square foot 3 BD 2 BA Apartment ¤ Reserve Your San Ysidro H... Model at Casa De Flores in the in the San Ysidro neighborhood starting from $2,950. The second greatest value Tijuana River Valley apartment is the 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Model at Rio Vista starting at $2,306 with a $2.70 price per square foot in the Nestor neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Tijuana River Valley apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Casa De Flores | 3 BD 2 BA Apartment ¤ Reserve Your San Ysidro H... | 3BR,2BA | $3.24 |
| Rio Vista | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.70 |
| Mar at Primera | Neptune | 2BR,2BA | $3.10 |
| Mar at Chavez | Gleam | 2BR,1BA | $3.14 |
| Mar at Cottonwood | Palmeras | 1BR,1BA | $2.76 |
| The Village | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.40 |
| Vista Lane Family Homes - Affordable Housing | 3501 -Studio - 50% AMI | Studio ,1BA | $3.83 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleTijuana River Valley, San Diego, CA
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Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
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 $1,550 at Vista Lane Family Homes - Affordable Housing.
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