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3760 10th Ave

San DiegoCA92103

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Uptown San Diego, San Diego, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Uptown San Diego Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Uptown San Diego area of San Diego, CA is a Studio unit found at 3942 8th Ave priced from $995. 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 San Diego apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
3942 8th AveStudioStudio,$995
The Marquis at HillcrestThe UniversityStudio,1BA$1,600
Studios on 6th3560 studiosStudio,1BA$1,645

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Uptown San Diego, CA

As of October 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the Uptown San Diego area is the $2.16 price per square foot Huge Loft Units Model at Lofts at 734 University Ave in the in the Balboa Park neighborhood starting from $2,850. The second greatest value Uptown San Diego apartment is the 2x2F Model at The Park starting at $3,999 with a $4.01 price per square foot in the Balboa Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Uptown San Diego apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Lofts at 734 University AveHuge Loft UnitsStudio ,1BA$2.16
The Park2x2F2BR,2BA$4.01
Park DiplomatTwo Bedrooms - One & Half Bathrooms2BR,1.5BA$3.28
Villa Marquette2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$3.24
Indiana Street Apartments2x12BR,1BA$3.18
Hillcrest Regency 55+ CommunityTwo bedroom Apt2BR,2BA$2.87
The Anderson - Live in the heart of Hillcrest1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$3.53
3550 Park1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$3.75
4130 LouisianaOne Bedroom One Bath1BR,1BA$4.00
Harvey Hillcrest308/408Studio ,1BA$4.19

Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

From the lounge to the laundry room, understand your rights and responsibilities in shared apartment spaces. Get tips on pet rules, noise, and security.

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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Uptown San Diego, San Diego, CA

Ranked #25

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Uptown San Diego

What type of rentals are currently available in Uptown San Diego?

There are currently 724 Apartments for Rent in Uptown San Diego, CA with pricing that ranges from $995 to $10,281. There are also 41 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Uptown San Diego ranging from $1,499 to $5,900.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Uptown San Diego ranges from $1,499 to $5,900 with an average monthly rent of $3,362.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Top 10 Most Affordable Neighborhoods in San Diego: A Local Real Estate Expert Guide

Written by: Hayden Goldberg

Aloha! I’m Hayden, your local San Diego Realtor and relocation expert with ApartmentHomeLiving.com.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.