Cheap Homes for Rent in University Heights Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $1,900 (6 Rentals)

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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 Studio unit found at The Ray priced from $1,995. Sleepy Hollow Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,095. Here are the most affordable University Heights apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The RayStudioStudio,1BA$1,995
Sleepy Hollow Apartments4201 Building 1 Bed / 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2,095
Georgia Modern1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2,095

Best Value Apartments for Rent in University Heights, CA

As of June 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the University Heights area is the $3.37 price per square foot Sago Model at River Front Condominium Rentals in the in the Balboa Park neighborhood starting from $3,295. The second greatest value University Heights apartment is the 2BR/2.0BA Model at Villa Marquette starting at $2,895 with a $3.19 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 RentalsSago2BR,2BA$3.37
Villa Marquette2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$3.19
3966 Cleveland Ave, Unit #143966 Cleveland Ave2BR,1BA$2.98
Tenney1-B R1BR,1BA$4.41
4627 Campus Ave1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$3.50
4th Ave ApartmentsModel B (Luxury Vinyl Flooring)1BR,1BA$3.43
Montecito Point1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$3.63
The Park0x1AStudio ,1BA$4.29
1440 Lincoln Ave, Unit 251440 Lincoln Ave1BR,1BA$3.39
Sleepy Hollow Apartments4201 Building 1 Bed / 1 Bath1BR,1BA$4.22

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Frequently Asked Questions about University Heights

What type of rentals are currently available in University Heights?

There are currently 642 Apartments for Rent in University Heights, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,598 to $5,136. There are also 27 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in University Heights ranging from $1,995 to $7,450.

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 $1,995 to $7,450 with an average monthly rent of $4,423.

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