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The Village
2314 Servando AveSan Diego, CA 92154
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Tijuana River Valley Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $1,100 (57 Rentals)
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$1,8521 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Rancho Del Rio Estates
3890 Sipes LnSan Diego, CA 92173
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$1,937 - $4,281Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Mar at Cottonwood
202-208 W San Ysidro BlvdSan Diego, CA 92173
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$2,574 - $4,561Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Jun 5
Mar at Primera
240-246 W Calle PrimeraSan Diego, CA 92173
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Mar at Chavez
130-158 W Calle PrimeraSan Diego, CA 92173
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San Ysidro PSH Apartments
437 W San Ysidro BlvdSan Diego, CA 92173
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Sycamore Arms
291-297 Sycamore RdSan Diego, CA 92173
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Smythe Avenue Cottages
2302-2342 Smythe AveSan Diego, CA 92173
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171 W San Ysidro Ave
171 W San Ysidro AveSan Diego, CA 92173
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112 Sellsway St
112 Sellsway StSan Diego, CA 92173
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200 E Park Ave
200 E Park AveSan Diego, CA 92173
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129 Alverson Rd
129 Alverson RdSan Diego, CA 92173
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Sanger Place
110-112 Sanger PlSan Diego, CA 92173
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125 Averil Dr
125 Averil DrSan Diego, CA 92173
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West Park Villa
217 W Park AveSan Diego, CA 92173
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Sunset Village
3550 Sunset LnSan Diego, CA 92173
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Palmira Village Apartments
1045-1095 W San Ysidro BlvdSan Diego, CA 92173
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Rio Vista
1190 W San Ysidro BlvdSan Diego, CA 92173
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Sunset Breeze Apartments
3730 Sunset LnSan Diego, CA 92173
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3730-3758 Beyer Blvd
3730-3758 Beyer BlvdSan Diego, CA 92173
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West Seaward Apartments
173 W Seaward AveSan Diego, CA 92173
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2319-2339 Smythe Ave
2319-2339 Smythe AveSan Diego, CA 92173
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155-159 W San Ysidro Blvd
155-159 W San Ysidro BlvdSan Ysidro, CA 92173
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2344 Smythe Ave
2344 Smythe AveSan Ysidro, CA 92173
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201-209 San Ysidro Blvd
201-209 San Ysidro BlvdSan Ysidro, CA 92173
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123 W Olive Dr
123 W Olive DrSan Ysidro, CA 92173
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3655-3695 Sunset Ln
3655-3695 Sunset LnSan Ysidro, CA 92173
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330 Hill St
330 Hill StSan Ysidro, CA 92173
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Park Avenue Apartments
260-262 E Park AveSan Ysidro, CA 92173
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125 Olive Dr
125 Olive DrSan Ysidro, CA 92173
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2 Bedroom Apartments
157 W Olive Dr
157 W Olive DrSan Ysidro, CA 92173
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319-323 E San Ysidro Blvd
319-323 E San Ysidro BlvdSan Ysidro, CA 92173
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144 W Hall Ave
144 W Hall AveSan Ysidro, CA 92173
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138-140 E Park Ave
138-140 E Park AveSan Ysidro, CA 92173
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Raintree Terrace
Sycamore RdSan Ysidro, CA 92173
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3820-3822 Sunset Ln
3820-3822 Sunset LnSan Ysidro, CA 92173
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Seaward Apartments
123 E Seaward AveSan Ysidro, CA 92173
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Casa De Miranda Apartments
260 Cottonwood RdSan Ysidro, CA 92173
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Casa Maria Apartments
220-240 W San Ysidro BlvdSan Ysidro, CA 92173
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Raintree Terrace
307 Sycamore RdSan Ysidro, CA 92173
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Sycamore Rd 391-417 [West]
391-419 Sycamore RdSan Ysidro, CA 92173
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Averil Villas
135 Averil RdSan Ysidro, CA 92173
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Casa Manana Apartments
227-235 Cypress DrSan Ysidro, CA 92173
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Villas Primavera
178 W Calle PrimeraSan Ysidro, CA 92173
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Beyer Trolley Apartments
4061-4073 Beyer BlvdSan Ysidro, CA 92173
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El Pedregal
104 Averil RdSan Ysidro, CA 92173
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Aldrete Apartments
2395 E Beyer BlvdSan Ysidro, CA 92173
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Sycamore Terrace Apartments
224-228 Sycamore RdSan Ysidro, CA 92173
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Villa la Esperanza
565-581 Blackshaw LnSan Ysidro, CA 92173
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Vista Del Pacifico Apartments
279 Padua Hills PlSan Ysidro, CA 92173
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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 Studio Apartments | $1,535 | $1,375 | $1,695 |
| Tijuana River Valley 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,961 | $1,464 | $2,215 |
| Tijuana River Valley 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,380 | $1,747 | $2,791 |
| Tijuana River Valley 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,644 | $1,922 | $3,076 |
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There are currently 57 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Tijuana River Valley Neighborhood of San Diego, CA.
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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 $1,375. Mar at Cottonwood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,937. 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 | $1,375 |
| Mar at Cottonwood | Palmeras | 1BR,1BA | $1,937 |
| Mar at Chavez | Dawn | 1BR,1BA | $1,987 |
| Ocean Breeze | Plan A | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,996 |
| The Village | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,215 |
| Casa De Flores | Be First When Leasing Opens ~ ¤ 2X1 Waitlist Av... | 2BR,1BA | $2,450 |
| Rio Vista | 3 Bedroom 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $2,660 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Tijuana River Valley, CA
As of May 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the Tijuana River Valley area is the $2.69 price per square foot 3 Bedroom 2 Bath Model at Rio Vista in the in the Nestor neighborhood starting from $2,660. The second greatest value Tijuana River Valley apartment is the 3 BD 2 BA Apartment ¤ Reserve Your San Ysidro H... Model at Casa De Flores starting at $2,950 with a $3.24 price per square foot in the Palm City 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rio Vista | 3 Bedroom 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $2.69 |
| Casa De Flores | 3 BD 2 BA Apartment ¤ Reserve Your San Ysidro H... | 3BR,2BA | $3.24 |
| Mar at Chavez | Dusk | 2BR,2BA | $3.13 |
| Mar at Cottonwood | Palmeras | 1BR,1BA | $2.77 |
| The Village | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.40 |
| Ocean Breeze | Plan A | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.13 |
| Vista Lane Family Homes - Affordable Housing | 3501 -Studio - 50% AMI | Studio ,1BA | $3.62 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Tijuana River Valley Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Tijuana River Valley?
The cheapest apartment in Tijuana River Valley is Vista Lane Family Homes - Affordable Housing which is listed at $1,464, while the average apartment in Tijuana River Valley costs $2,731.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Tijuana River Valley?
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 Tijuana River Valley 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 Tijuana River Valley?
Cheap apartments in Tijuana River Valley have an average cost of $952 which is $1,779 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Tijuana River Valley.
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