Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Waterfront Condos Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $800 (37 Rentals)

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Cedar Gateway
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Cedar Gateway

550 Cedar StSan Diego, CA 92101
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La Maison
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

La Maison

1818 6th AveSan Diego, CA 92101
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Essex Apartments
Studio Apartments

Essex Apartments

1910 State StSan Diego, CA 92101
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Barcelona
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Barcelona

326 Juniper StSan Diego, CA 92101
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St. Paul's Manor
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

St. Paul's Manor

2635 2nd AveSan Diego, CA 92103
Senior Living
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3145 Reynard Way
1 Bedroom Apartments

3145 Reynard Way

3145 Reynard WaySan Diego, CA 92103
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The Juniper Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

The Juniper Apartments

2321 2nd AveSan Diego, CA 92101
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The Continental
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

The Continental

320 W Cedar StSan Diego, CA 92101
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Yale Lofts
2 Bedroom Apartments

Yale Lofts

1111-1119 F StSan Diego, CA 92101
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Vera Cortez Hill
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Vera Cortez Hill

1399 Ninth AveSan Diego, CA 92101
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2926-2934 5th Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

2926-2934 5th Ave

2926-2934 5th AveSan Diego, CA 92103
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Secoya Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Secoya Apartments

3067 5th AveSan Diego, CA 92103

Waterfront Condos, San Diego, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Waterfront Condos Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Waterfront Condos area of San Diego, CA is a Studio unit found at Trolley Court priced from $974. Peachtree Inn - Fully furnished units! has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,062. Here are the most affordable Waterfront Condos apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Trolley CourtStandardStudio,$974
Peachtree Inn - Fully furnished units!StandardStudio,1BA$1,062
Island Village ApartmentsStudio ALL UTILITIES IncludedStudio,1BA$1,300
Luther Tower - 55+ Affordable CommunityStudioStudio,1BA$1,350
Vantaggio Little ItalySmall full size bedStudio,1BA$1,450
WLA Windsor0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,550
Windsor ApartmentsStudio - BasementStudio,1BA$1,595
Redwood Terrace1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,625
The Helm - Affordable HousingStudioStudio,1BA$1,650
Horton 4th AvenueStudiosStudio,1BA$1,665

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Waterfront Condos, CA

As of December 19, 2025 the best value apartment in the Waterfront Condos area is the $3.43 price per square foot B2E-PH Model at Strata in the in the Balboa Park neighborhood starting from $5,199. The second greatest value Waterfront Condos apartment is the 2H-1 Model at F11 East Village starting at $3,399 with a $3.10 price per square foot in the Balboa Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Waterfront Condos apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
StrataB2E-PH2BR,2BA$3.43
F11 East Village2H-12BR,2BA$3.10
900 F Street2 Bed 1.5 Bath2BR,1.5BA$3.03
600 Front Apartments2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath2BR,1.5BA$3.20
Horton 4th Avenue1BD1BR,1BA$2.60
1501 Front St1501 Front St1BR,1BA$3.18
Pacific Vu ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.81
Arrive Broadway LoftsBvilding StudioStudio ,1BA$2.99
Viridian LoftsOne Bedroom One Bath1BR,1BA$3.03
Greystone LoftsStudioStudio ,1BA$3.21

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Waterfront Condos, San Diego, CA

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

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Waterfront Condos, San Diego, and the greater San Diego area. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for easy access to the parks, luxury amenities, features that make it easier to raise kids, raising pets, transit options, walking, and biking. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Waterfront Condos Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Waterfront Condos?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Waterfront Condos is at Trolley Court listed at $974.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Waterfront Condos Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Waterfront Condos Apartment is $1,625 at Redwood Terrace.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Waterfront Condos Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Waterfront Condos is starting from $2,381 at 900 F Street.

What is the most affordable Waterfront Condos Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Waterfront Condos Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 900 F Street and starts from $3,095.

Expert Rental Resources

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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