
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Uptown District San Diego, CA from $900 (52 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Uptown District area of San Diego.


Vantaggio Suites Hillcrest

The Marquis at Hillcrest

Hilltop Terrace

Canyon Breeze

55+ Senior Living- Georgia Regency Apartments

3958 Park Blvd

4409-4413 Alabama St
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3666 Alabama St

4134 Third Ave

1533-1533 Madison Ave

4637-4645 Park Blvd

3965 Normal St

The Nash
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4209-4221 Third Ave

3943 Georgia St

3767 7th Ave

The Warwick
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The Anderson - Live in the heart of Hillcrest
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Uptown District, San Diego, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Uptown District?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Uptown District Studio Apartments | $2,473 | $995 | $2,999 |
| Uptown District 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,188 | $1,500 | $6,690 |
| Uptown District 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,008 | $2,200 | $8,381 |
| Uptown District 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,254 | $3,618 | $10,000+ |
| Uptown District 4 Bedroom Apartments | $9,917 | $8,387 | $10,000+ |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 52 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Uptown District Neighborhood of San Diego, CA.
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Cheapest Available Uptown District Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Uptown District area of San Diego, CA is a Studio unit found at 3942 8th Ave priced from $995. Hillcrest Inn has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,250. Here are the most affordable Uptown District apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3942 8th Ave | Studio | Studio, | $995 |
| Hillcrest Inn | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,250 |
| The Marquis at Hillcrest | The University | Studio,1BA | $1,450 |
| Vantaggio Suites Hillcrest | Small West | Studio,1BA | $1,475 |
| 4030 Front St | 4030 Front St. | 1BR,1BA | $1,500 |
| Studios on 6th | 3560 studios | Studio,1BA | $1,595 |
| Canyon Breeze | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,695 |
| Sleepy Hollow Apartments | 4201 Building Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,695 |
| 55+ Senior Living- Georgia Regency Apartments | 211 | 1BR,1BA | $1,745 |
| The Anderson - Live in the heart of Hillcrest | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,795 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Uptown District, CA
As of December 17, 2025 the best value apartment in the Uptown District area is the $2.87 price per square foot The Glory Model at The Evelyn Townhomes: Luxe Living in the Heart of North Park’s Trendy Vibe in the in the Balboa Park neighborhood starting from $4,795. The second greatest value Uptown District apartment is the 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Model at The Margo starting at $4,570 with a $3.10 price per square foot in the Balboa Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Uptown District apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Evelyn Townhomes: Luxe Living in the Heart of North Park’s Trendy Vibe | The Glory | 3BR,2BA | $2.87 |
| The Margo | 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $3.10 |
| Lofts at 734 University Ave | Huge Loft Units | Studio ,1BA | $2.19 |
| River Front Condominium Rentals | Sago | 2BR,2BA | $3.17 |
| Montecito Point | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $3.05 |
| 3416 Front St, Unit 3418 | 3416 Front St | 2BR,1BA | $2.94 |
| Sapphire Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.86 |
| Hilltop Terrace | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.00 |
| 4030 Front St | 4030 Front St. | 1BR,1BA | $2.44 |
| Canyon Breeze | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.08 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleUptown District, San Diego, CA
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Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
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Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving.com is happy to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals in metropolitan areas across the United States and customized analysis for South Central San Diego. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and convenient access to the outdoors, pet-friendly features, features that make it easier to raise kids, proximity to transit, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Uptown District Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Uptown District?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Uptown District is at 3942 8th Ave listed at $995.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Uptown District Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Uptown District Apartment is $1,500 at 4030 Front St.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Uptown District Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Uptown District is starting from $2,395 at 402 Arbor Dr.
What is the most affordable Uptown District Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Uptown District Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Griffis Mission Valley and starts from $3,618.
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