
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Tijuana River Valley Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $1,175 (54 Rentals)
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Raintree Terrace
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Villa la Esperanza

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2215-2225 Smythe Ave

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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 | $1,620 | $1,455 | $1,761 |
| Tijuana River Valley 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,957 | $1,550 | $2,215 |
| Tijuana River Valley 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,355 | $1,850 | $2,710 |
| Tijuana River Valley 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,468 | $2,034 | $3,076 |
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There are currently 54 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 $1,455. The Village has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,015. 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 |
| The Village | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,015 |
| Palmira Village Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $2,195 |
| Casa De Flores | Secure Your Future Home Today ¤ 2 BD- 2 BA Wait... | 2BR,2BA | $2,550 |
| Ocean Breeze | Plan B | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $2,586 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Tijuana River Valley, CA
As of August 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Tijuana River Valley area is the $2.51 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Model at Palmira Village Apartments in the in the Nestor neighborhood starting from $2,195. The second greatest value Tijuana River Valley apartment is the Secure Your Future Home Today ¤ 2 BD- 2 BA Wait... Model at Casa De Flores starting at $2,550 with a $3.05 price per square foot in the San Ysidro 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Palmira Village Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $2.51 |
| Casa De Flores | Secure Your Future Home Today ¤ 2 BD- 2 BA Wait... | 2BR,2BA | $3.05 |
| Ocean Breeze | Plan B | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $3.23 |
| The Village | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.09 |
| Vista Lane Family Homes - Affordable Housing | 3501 -Studio - 60% AMI | Studio ,1BA | $4.63 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Tijuana River Valley Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Tijuana River Valley?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Tijuana River Valley is under $2,586.
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 $1,550, while the average apartment in Tijuana River Valley costs $2,186.
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 15 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 $1,160 which is $1,026 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Tijuana River Valley.
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