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3932 9th Ave, Unit 2

3932 9th Ave
San DiegoCA92103
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1214 Robinson 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 $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 San Diego 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
55+ Senior Living- Georgia Regency Apartments1031BR,1BA$1,750

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Uptown San Diego, CA

As of June 22, 2025 the best value apartment in the Uptown San Diego 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 San Diego apartment is the 2BR/2BA Model at Mr. Robinson Lofts starting at $4,195 with a $3.65 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 Units1BR,1BA$2.27
Mr. Robinson Lofts2BR/2BA2BR,2BA$3.65
1718 Robinson Ave, Unit 17181718 Robinson Ave2BR,1BA$2.85
Park DiplomatTwo Bedrooms - One & Half Bathrooms2BR,1.5BA$3.03
Villa Marquette2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$3.19
Harvey Hillcrest6161BR,1BA$3.17
3966 Cleveland Ave, Unit #143966 Cleveland Ave2BR,1BA$2.98
55+ Senior Living- Georgia Regency Apartments1031BR,1BA$2.92
Hillcrest Regency 55+ Community1 x 11BR,1BA$3.50
1440 Lincoln Ave, Unit 251440 Lincoln Ave1BR,1BA$3.39

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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 720 Apartments for Rent in Uptown San Diego, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,050 to $5,523. There are also 26 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Uptown San Diego ranging from $1,550 to $5,700.

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 $1,550 to $5,700 with an average monthly rent of $3,787.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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