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University City, San Diego, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available University City Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the University City area of San Diego, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Veranda La Jolla priced from $2,266. Casa Aldea at University City Village has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,275. Here are the most affordable University City apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Veranda La Jolla1X11BR,1BA$2,266
Casa Aldea at University City Village1 Bed 1 Bath Casita1BR,1BA$2,275
Allina La Jolla1 Bed, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2,292
Pacific Gardens Genesee1 Bedroom / 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2,295
Village Square ApartmentsJunior One Bedroom Renovated1BR,1BA$2,357
La Jolla CanyonPinnacle1BR,1BA$2,365
Town Park VillasCedar Grove1BR,1BA$2,377
Canyon ParkOne Bedroom One Bath1BR,1BA$2,425
Axiom La Jolla1 Bed, 1 Bath A1BR,1BA$2,425
Mirada at La Jolla Colony ApartmentsMadrid (Renovated)1BR,1BA$2,499

Best Value Apartments for Rent in University City, CA

As of June 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the University City area is the $3.08 price per square foot Dana Point Model at Avia La Jolla in the in the University City neighborhood starting from $4,698. The second greatest value University City apartment is the Montecito Model at Towers at Costa Verde starting at $5,010 with a $3.37 price per square foot in the Torrey Pines neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for University City apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Avia La JollaDana Point2BR,2BA$3.08
Towers at Costa VerdeMontecito3BR,2BA$3.37
Solazzo Apartment HomesPlan G2BR,2BA$3.39
3520 Lebon Dr, Unit 53083520 Lebon Dr2BR,2BA$3.40
La Jolla Park EastLa Jolla Park East - Renovated Avail Now2BR,2BA$3.48
La RegenciaPinnacle1BR,1BA$3.04
La Jolla PaseoAvalon1BR,1BA$3.51
Torrey Pines VillagePlan B1BR,1BA$3.42
Town Park VillasCedar Grove1BR,1BA$3.52
Casa Aldea at University City Village1 Bed 1 Bath Casita1BR,1BA$3.37

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Frequently Asked Questions about University City

What type of rentals are currently available in University City?

There are currently 103 Apartments for Rent in University City, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,750 to $28,013. There are also 125 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in University City ranging from $1,995 to $8,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in University City?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in University City ranges from $1,995 to $8,500 with an average monthly rent of $4,228.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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