Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Waterfront Condos Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $1,000 (40 Rentals)

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La Maison
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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3145 Reynard Way
1 Bedroom Apartments

3145 Reynard Way

3145 Reynard WaySan Diego, CA 92103
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St. Paul's Manor
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

St. Paul's Manor

2635 2nd AveSan Diego, CA 92103
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The Continental
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

The Continental

320 W Cedar 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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Viridian Lofts
1 Bedroom Apartments

Viridian Lofts

1014 Fifth AveSan Diego, CA 92101

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 Peachtree Inn priced from $1,062. Vantaggio Little Italy has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,450. Here are the most affordable Waterfront Condos apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Peachtree InnStandardStudio,1BA$1,062
Vantaggio Little ItalySmall full size bedStudio,1BA$1,450
WLA Windsor0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,500
Luther Tower - 55+ Affordable CommunityStudioStudio,1BA$1,591
The HelmStudioStudio,1BA$1,650
Redwood Terrace1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,675
Imperial Tower Apartments6 LStudio,1BA$1,750
900 F StreetStudioStudio,1BA$1,795
City Lofts0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,845

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Waterfront Condos, CA

As of June 18, 2025 the best value apartment in the Waterfront Condos area is the $2.39 price per square foot B2BD Model at Strata in the in the Balboa Park neighborhood starting from $3,878. The second greatest value Waterfront Condos apartment is the 2445 Brant St Model at 2445 Brant St, Unit 2445 Brant Street#506 starting at $3,950 with a $3.19 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.
StrataB2BD2BR,2BA$2.39
2445 Brant St, Unit 2445 Brant Street#5062445 Brant St2BR,2BA$3.19
Juniper2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$3.30
Viridian LoftsOne Bedroom One Bath1BR,1BA$2.16
600 Front Apartments2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath2BR,1.5BA$3.04
1242 W Olive St, Unit A1242 W Olive St2BR,1BA$3.41
Pacific Vu ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.26
Horton 4th Avenue1BD1BR,1BA$2.84
Arrive Broadway LoftsQuarter 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$3.28
Nova Apartment HomesStudio LoftStudio ,1BA$2.93

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Waterfront Condos, San Diego, CA

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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 Peachtree Inn listed at $1,062.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Waterfront Condos Apartment is $1,675 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 $2,495 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 Vela Apartment Homes and starts from $3,716.

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