Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Uptown District San Diego, CA from $1,000 (33 Rentals)

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Indiana Palms
1 Bedroom Apartments

Indiana Palms

3621 Indiana StSan Diego, CA 92103
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Hillcrest Inn
Studio Apartments

Hillcrest Inn

3754 5th AveSan Diego, CA 92103
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630 W Washington St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

630 W Washington St

630 W Washington StSan Diego, CA 92103
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4077 Goldfinch St
1 Bedroom Apartments

4077 Goldfinch St

4077 Goldfinch StSan Diego, CA 92103
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3829 Georgia St
1 Bedroom Apartments

3829 Georgia St

3829 Georgia StSan Diego, CA 92103
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4424 Mississippi St
1 Bedroom Apartments

4424 Mississippi St

4424 Mississippi StSan Diego, CA 92116
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Santa Fe Villas
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Santa Fe Villas

3912 Albatross StSan Diego, CA 92103
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Studios on 6th
Studio Apartments

Studios on 6th

3560 6th AveSan Diego, CA 92103
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Kalos Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Kalos Apartments

3783-3825 Florida StSan Diego, CA 92104

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Cypress Terrace
2 Bedroom Apartments

Cypress Terrace

2030-2032 Cypress AveSan Diego, CA 92104
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Sapphire Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Sapphire Apartments

1440 Lincoln AveSan Diego, CA 92103
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4533 North Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

4533 North Ave

4533 North AveSan Diego, CA 92116
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1021 Hayes Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

1021 Hayes Ave

1021 Hayes AveSan Diego, CA 92103
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Harvey Hillcrest
Studio Apartments

Harvey Hillcrest

1661 Harvey Milk StSan Diego, CA 92103

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Sasan Apartments
Studio Apartments

Sasan Apartments

901 W Washington StSan Diego, CA 92103

Uptown District, San Diego, CA Local Guide

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 $1,050. The Marquis at Hillcrest has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,600. Here are the most affordable Uptown District apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
3942 8th AveStudioStudio,$1,050
The Marquis at HillcrestThe UniversityStudio,1BA$1,600
Studios on 6th3560 studiosStudio,1BA$1,695
Hillcrest Regency 55+ Community1 x 11BR,1BA$1,750
Georgia Modern0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,965
Aspen Park Apartments1 Bedroom / 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,995
Park View HillcreststudioStudio,1BA$2,095
Sleepy Hollow Apartments4201 Building 1 Bed / 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2,095
Canyonwood Apartments1-Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,100

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Uptown District, CA

As of June 02, 2025 the best value apartment in the Uptown District area is the $2.27 price per square foot Huge Loft Units Model at Lofts at 734 University Ave in the in the Balboa Park neighborhood starting from $3,000. The second greatest value Uptown District apartment is the C4 2 Bedroom Model at Bradbury at The Society starting at $3,661 with a $3.30 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Lofts at 734 University AveHuge Loft Units1BR,1BA$2.27
Bradbury at The SocietyC4 2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$3.30
River Front Condominium RentalsRoyal2BR,2BA$3.46
1718 Robinson Ave, Unit 17181718 Robinson Ave2BR,1BA$2.85
Park DiplomatTwo Bedrooms - One & Half Bathrooms2BR,1.5BA$3.08
Villa Marquette2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$3.19
418 Thorn St, Unit 418418 Thorn St2BR,1BA$3.07
3966 Cleveland Ave, Unit #143966 Cleveland Ave2BR,1BA$2.98
Villa Pacifica1x11BR,1BA$3.17
Hillcrest Regency 55+ Community1 x 11BR,1BA$3.50

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Uptown District, San Diego, CA

Ranked #12

Among neighborhoods in San Diego, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

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4.0
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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 $1,050.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Uptown District Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Uptown District Apartment is $1,750 at Hillcrest Regency 55+ Community.

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 $2,895 at Villa Marquette.

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