Cheap Homes for Rent in the Uptown District San Diego, CA from $1,400 (15 Rentals)

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property at 3580 Fourth Ave
$1,950

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Base Rent$1,950

Total Monthly Price$1,950
Studio, 1 Bath Condo for Rent
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3580 Fourth Ave

San DiegoCA92103

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property at 3950 Cleveland Ave
$2,250

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Base Rent$2,250

Total Monthly Price$2,250
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent
Available Sep 18
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3950 Cleveland Ave, Unit 104

3950 Cleveland Ave
San DiegoCA92103
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property at 3972 Jackdaw St
$2,295

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Base Rent$2,295

Total Monthly Price$2,295
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent
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3972 Jackdaw St, Unit 207

3972 Jackdaw St
San DiegoCA92103
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Best Value Homes for Rent in Uptown District, CA

As of September 17, 2026 the best value rental home in the Uptown District area is the $3.53 price per square foot 3972 Jackdaw St Model at 3972 Jackdaw St, Unit 207 in the Balboa Park neighborhood starting from $2,295. The second greatest value Uptown District rental home is the 312 Brookes Ave Model at 312 Brookes Ave, Unit 2 in the Balboa Park neighborhood starting at $2,750 with a $7.02 price per square foot. Here is today’s list of the best values for Uptown District homes based on price per square foot:

Home ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
3972 Jackdaw St, Unit 2073972 Jackdaw St1BR, 1BA$3.53
312 Brookes Ave, Unit 2312 Brookes Ave1BR, 1BA$7.02
3776 Alabama St3776 Alabama St1BR, 1BA$5.56
3580 Fourth Ave3580 Fourth AveStudio, 1BA$5.57

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Uptown District, San Diego, CA

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Frequently Asked Questions about Uptown District

What type of rentals are currently available in Uptown District?

There are currently 1125 Apartments for Rent in Uptown District, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,250 to $17,807. There are also 57 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Uptown District ranging from $1,400 to $20,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Uptown District?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Uptown District ranges from $1,400 to $20,000 with an average monthly rent of $3,235.

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