
Cheap Homes for Rent in the Waterfront Condos Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $1,600 (21 Rentals)
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1562 Seventh Ave, Unit 307

1562 Seventh Ave, Unit 207

2261 4th Ave

415 Juniper St

2241 Fourth Ave

3225 Columbia St
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1643 6th Ave, Unit 414

777 Sixth Ave, Unit 421

777 Sixth Ave

1080 Park Blvd, Unit 710

1551 4th Ave, Unit 712

1080 Park Blvd, Unit 710

2907 Union St
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850 State St, Unit 324

1080 Park Blvd

702 Kettner Blvd

875 G St

1435 India St

1551 Fourth Ave

1050 Island Ave
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Waterfront Condos, San Diego, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Waterfront Condos?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waterfront Condos 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,036 | $2,750 | $10,000+ |
| Waterfront Condos 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $9,765 | $5,200 | $10,000+ |
| Waterfront Condos 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $7,298 | $6,996 | $7,600 |
| Waterfront Condos 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $7,895 | $7,895 | $7,895 |
| Waterfront Condos 7 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $20,000 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 21 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Waterfront Condos Neighborhood of San Diego, CA.
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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 Arlington Apartments priced from $900. Trolley Court has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $974. Here are the most affordable Waterfront Condos apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arlington Apartments | Single Room Occupant | Studio, | $900 |
| Trolley Court | Standard | Studio, | $974 |
| Peachtree Inn - Fully furnished units! | Standard | Studio,1BA | $1,062 |
| Island Village Apartments | Studio ALL UTILITIES Included | Studio,1BA | $1,300 |
| MBS Studios | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,400 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Waterfront Condos, CA
As of July 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the Waterfront Condos area is the $2.29 price per square foot 2 Beds, 1.5 Baths Model at Fifth & Olive in the in the Balboa Park neighborhood starting from $3,200. The second greatest value Waterfront Condos apartment is the Two Bedroom in Little Italy / San Diego Model at Villa Maria Apartments starting at $3,123 with a $3.12 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fifth & Olive | 2 Beds, 1.5 Baths | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.29 |
| Villa Maria Apartments | Two Bedroom in Little Italy / San Diego | 2BR,1.5BA | $3.12 |
| MBS Studios | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.56 |
| F11 East Village | 1B-2 | 1BR,1BA | $3.30 |
| Arrive Broadway Lofts | Bvilding 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.37 |
| 2330 1st Ave, Unit Bankers Hill Condo With Downtown Views | 2330 1st Ave | 1BR,1BA | $3.41 |
| Koll Center | Large 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.13 |
| Vera Cortez Hill | A1 (Premium) | 1BR,1BA | $3.06 |
| 2140-2144 1st Ave | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $2.66 |
| Horton 4th Avenue | Studios | Studio ,1BA | $2.95 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleWaterfront Condos, San Diego, CA
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Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Waterfront Condos
What type of rentals are currently available in Waterfront Condos?
There are currently 576 Apartments for Rent in Waterfront Condos, CA with pricing that ranges from $900 to $29,595. There are also 98 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Waterfront Condos ranging from $1,650 to $25,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Waterfront Condos?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Waterfront Condos ranges from $1,650 to $25,000 with an average monthly rent of $7,909.
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