5318 Sunglow Ct
San DiegoCA92117
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the University City Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $1,600 (43 Rentals)
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3274 Caminito Ameca
San DiegoCA92037
6240 Caminito Araya
San DiegoCA92122
3151 Via Alicante
San DiegoCA92037
6933 Enders Avenue
San DiegoCA92122
3989 Nobel Dr, Unit #356 Private Room+Bath
3989 Nobel Dr
San DiegoCA92122
3969 Nobel Dr
San DiegoCA92122
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9880 Pacific Heights BlvdSan Diego, CA 92121
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Casa Aldea at University City Village
6132 Gullstrand StSan Diego, CA 92122
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$2,215 - $3,950
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Canyon Park
9555 Genesee AveSan Diego, CA 92121
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Pacific Gardens Genesee
8148 Genesee AveSan Diego, CA 92122
3967 Nobel Dr
San DiegoCA92122
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$2,304 - $3,504
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Torrey Pines Village
8939 Lombard PlSan Diego, CA 92122
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La Jolla Terrace
4178 Decoro StSan Diego, CA 92122
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4085-4089 Nobel DrSan Diego, CA 92122
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La Jolla View
4158 Decoro StSan Diego, CA 92122
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3520 Lebon Dr, Unit 5221
3520 Lebon Dr
San DiegoCA92122
6228 Syracuse Ln, Unit 6228
6228 Syracuse Ln
San DiegoCA92122
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$2,474 - $4,487Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Veranda La Jolla
3845 Nobel DrSan Diego, CA 92122
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$2,525 - $6,205Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
The Villas of Renaissance
5280 Fiore TerSan Diego, CA 92122
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Avalon La Jolla Colony
7205-7295 Charmant DrSan Diego, CA 92122
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$2,598 - $3,3781 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Town Park Villas
6245 Kantor StSan Diego, CA 92122
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La Jolla Park East
5200-5245 Genesee CvSan Diego, CA 92122
3927 Nobel Dr, Unit 70
3927 Nobel Dr
San DiegoCA92122
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$2,605 - $2,6971 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
La Jolla Nobel
4247 Nobel DrSan Diego, CA 92122
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$2,650 - $5,200Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
La Jolla Crossroads Apartments
9085 Judicial DrSan Diego, CA 92122
3935 Nobel Dr, Unit 117
3935 Nobel Dr
San DiegoCA92122
6112 Travers Way
San DiegoCA92122
6204 Agee St
San DiegoCA92122
3161 Via Alicante
San DiegoCA92037
5217 Arlene St
San DiegoCA92117
2921 Renault St
San DiegoCA92122
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8430 Via Mallorca
San DiegoCA92037
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La Jolla Canyon Apartments
9515 Genesee AveSan Diego, CA 92121
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Mirada at La Jolla Colony Apartments
7568 Charmant DrSan Diego, CA 92122
8529 Villa La Jolla Dr
San DiegoCA92037
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La Jolla Blue Apartments
7039 Charmant DrSan Diego, CA 92122
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Allina La Jolla
3417 Lebon DrSan Diego, CA 92122
7565 Charmant Dr
San DiegoCA92122
3134 Via Alicante
San DiegoCA92037
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7445 Charmant Dr
San DiegoCA92122
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$2,532 - $5,787
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Village Square Apartments
8683 Via Mallorca ViaLa Jolla, CA 92037
8521 Villa La Jolla Dr, Unit VIlla La Jolla
8521 Villa La Jolla Dr
La JollaCA92037
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University City, San Diego, CA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in University City?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| University City Studio Apartments | $2,548 | $2,159 | $3,395 |
| University City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,096 | $1,600 | $5,910 |
| University City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,030 | $2,575 | $9,175 |
| University City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,131 | $3,950 | $7,315 |
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Cheapest Available University City Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the University City area of San Diego, CA is a Studio unit found at Veranda La Jolla priced from $2,474. Village Square Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,532. Here are the most affordable University City apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Veranda La Jolla | Studio C | Studio, 1BA | $2,474 |
| Village Square Apartments | Junior One Bedroom Renovated | 1BR, 1BA | $2,532 |
| Allina La Jolla | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR, 1BA | $2,575 |
| Casa Aldea at University City Village | 2 Bed 1 Bath Casita | 2BR, 1BA | $2,575 |
| Town Park Villas | Cedar Grove | 1BR, 1BA | $2,598 |
| La Jolla Park East | La Jolla Park East - Renovated | 1BR, 1BA | $2,600 |
| La Jolla Nobel | 1 Bed 1 Bath A (4149) | 1BR, 1BA | $2,605 |
| La Jolla Blue Apartments | 1Bed 1 Bath 687sf | 1BR, 1BA | $2,622 |
| Elan - Terraza La Jolla | 1x1 | 1BR, 1BA | $2,795 |
| Mirada at La Jolla Colony Apartments | Madrid (Renovated) | 1BR, 1BA | $2,838 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in University City, CA
As of September 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the University City area is the $3.59 price per square foot South Tower Montecito Model at Towers at Costa Verde Apartments in the Torrey Pines neighborhood starting from $5,085. The second greatest value University City apartment is the Plan 13 Model at The Villas of Renaissance in the Torrey Pines neighborhood starting at $4,680 with a $3.47 price per square foot. Here is today’s list of the best values for University City apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Towers at Costa Verde Apartments | South Tower Montecito | 3BR, 2BA | $3.59 |
| The Villas of Renaissance | Plan 13 | 3BR, 2BA | $3.47 |
| Costa Verde Village Apartments | Ventura | 3BR, 2BA | $3.72 |
| Avia La Jolla | Sardinia Salita | 2BR, 2BA | $3.61 |
| Avalon La Jolla Colony | 950 | 2BR, 2BA | $3.79 |
| Axiom La Jolla | 2 Bed, 2 Bath F | 2BR, 2BA | $3.77 |
| La Regencia Apartments | Pinnacle | 1BR, 1BA | $3.30 |
| La Jolla Crossroads Apartments | Chianti | 1BR, 1BA | $3.31 |
| Casa Aldea at University City Village | 2 Bed 1 Bath Casita | 2BR, 1BA | $3.05 |
| Town Park Villas | Cedar Grove | 1BR, 1BA | $3.85 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap University City Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in University City?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in University City is under $2,838.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in University City?
The cheapest apartment in University City is Veranda La Jolla which is listed at $2,499, while the average apartment in University City costs $3,310.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in University City?
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 14 regular apartments in University City 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 University City?
Cheap apartments in University City have an average cost of $1,344 which is $1,966 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in University City.
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