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

Mar at Primera

Mar at Chavez

Rancho Del Rio Estates

San Ysidro PSH Apartments

Sycamore Arms

Smythe Avenue Cottages

171 W San Ysidro Ave

112 Sellsway St
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200 E Park Ave

129 Alverson Rd

Sanger Place

125 Averil Dr

West Park Villa

Sunset Village

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Sunset Breeze Apartments

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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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144 W Hall Ave

138-140 E Park Ave

Raintree Terrace

3820-3822 Sunset Ln

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Raintree Terrace
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Sycamore Rd 391-417 [West]

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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 | $1,972 | $1,464 | $2,206 |
| Tijuana River Valley 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,395 | $1,747 | $2,845 |
| Tijuana River Valley 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,694 | $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. Vista Del Pacifico Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,750. 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 |
| Vista Del Pacifico Apartments | Vista del Pacifico | 1BR,1BA | $1,750 |
| Vista Del Rio Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,800 |
| Mar at Cottonwood | Palmeras | 1BR,1BA | $2,037 |
| The Village | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,205 |
| Mar at Chavez | Gleam | 2BR,1BA | $2,288 |
| Casa De Flores | Accepting Applications for Waitlist | 2BR,1BA | $2,450 |
| Ocean Breeze | Plan C | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $2,466 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Tijuana River Valley, CA
As of April 02, 2026 the best value apartment in the Tijuana River Valley area is the $3.24 price per square foot Accepting Applications for Waitlist Model at Casa De Flores in the in the Palm City neighborhood starting from $2,950. The second greatest value Tijuana River Valley apartment is the Plan C | 2x2 Model at Ocean Breeze starting at $2,466 with a $2.89 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Casa De Flores | Accepting Applications for Waitlist | 3BR,2BA | $3.24 |
| Ocean Breeze | Plan C | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.89 |
| Mar at Chavez | Aurora | 3BR,2BA | $3.22 |
| Mar at Cottonwood | Palmeras | 1BR,1BA | $2.91 |
| The Village | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.38 |
| Vista Del Pacifico Apartments | Vista del Pacifico | 1BR,1BA | $2.69 |
| Vista Del Rio Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.43 |
| Vista Lane Family Homes - Affordable Housing | 3501 -Studio - 50% AMI | Studio ,1BA | $3.62 |
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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 $1,464 at Vista Lane Family Homes - Affordable Housing.
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 $1,747 at Vista Lane Family Homes - Affordable Housing.
What is the most affordable Tijuana River Valley Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Tijuana River Valley Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Vista Lane Family Homes - Affordable Housing and starts from $1,922.
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