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University Heights, San Diego, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available University Heights Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the University Heights area of San Diego, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Sapphire Apartments priced from $1,695. Sleepy Hollow Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,995. Here are the most affordable University Heights apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Sapphire Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,695
Sleepy Hollow Apartments4201 Building 1 Bed / 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,995
Georgia Modern1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2,195

Best Value Apartments for Rent in University Heights, CA

As of August 30, 2025 the best value apartment in the University Heights area is the $3.17 price per square foot Royal Model at River Front Condominium Rentals in the in the Balboa Park neighborhood starting from $3,245. The second greatest value University Heights apartment is the 4160 Alabama St Model at 4160 Alabama St, Unit 4160.5 starting at $2,400 with a $2.82 price per square foot in the Balboa Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for University Heights apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
River Front Condominium RentalsRoyal2BR,2BA$3.17
4160 Alabama St, Unit 4160.54160 Alabama St2BR,1BA$2.82
Vida North Park ApartmentsB21BR,1BA$4.60
4627 Campus Ave1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$3.35
Arbor Crest on FourthOne Bedroom, One Bath1BR,1BA$3.59
Montecito Point1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$4.03
1836 Adams Ave, Unit 1836 Adams Ave1836 Adams Ave1BR,1BA$3.54
The Park0x1AStudio ,1BA$4.29
1440 Lincoln Ave, Unit 251440 Lincoln Ave1BR,1BA$3.39
Sleepy Hollow Apartments4201 Building 1 Bed / 1 Bath1BR,1BA$4.01

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
University Heights, San Diego, CA

Ranked #34

Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Frequently Asked Questions about University Heights

What type of rentals are currently available in University Heights?

There are currently 637 Apartments for Rent in University Heights, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,598 to $9,690. There are also 33 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in University Heights ranging from $1,750 to $6,500.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in University Heights ranges from $1,750 to $6,500 with an average monthly rent of $3,320.

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