
Cheap Homes for Rent in Waterfront Condos Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $1,700 (23 Rentals)
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2850 Reynard Way

2321 Brant St

1643 Sixth Ave

2261 4th Ave

1435 India St, Unit 516, Unit 516

889 Date St
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1080 Park Blvd

1333 8th Ave, Unit 206, Unit 206

2400 5Th

2400 5Th, Unit 103, Unit 103

1642 7th Ave

1551 4th Ave, Unit 412, Unit 412

575 Sixth Ave
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350 W Ash St, Unit 711, Unit 711

350 W Ash St

1240 India St

2244 Second Ave

1441 Ninth Ave

1240 India St, Unit 522, Unit 522

875 G St
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2400 Fifth Ave

1551 Fourth Ave
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 | $4,870 | $2,600 | $9,800 |
| Waterfront Condos 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $8,504 | $3,749 | $10,000+ |
| Waterfront Condos 7 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $20,000 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
Browse Homes for Rent in this Neighborhood
There are currently 23 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 April 16, 2026 the best value apartment in the Waterfront Condos area is the $2.52 price per square foot 2427 3rd Ave Model at 2427 3rd Ave, Unit 2427 in the in the Balboa Park neighborhood starting from $3,975. The second greatest value Waterfront Condos apartment is the One Bedroom One Bath Model at Viridian Lofts starting at $2,625 with a $1.77 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2427 3rd Ave, Unit 2427 | 2427 3rd Ave | 2BR,2BA | $2.52 |
| Viridian Lofts | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.77 |
| Villa Maria Apartments | Three Bedroom in Little Italy/San Diego | 3BR,2.5BA | $3.00 |
| F11 East Village | 2J-1 | 2BR,2BA | $3.22 |
| MBS Studios | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.56 |
| GEMA | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $3.21 |
| Pacific Vu Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.38 |
| Koll Center | Large 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.00 |
| Vera Cortez Hill | A2 (Premium) | 1BR,1BA | $3.28 |
| Greystone Lofts | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.16 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Waterfront Condos
What type of rentals are currently available in Waterfront Condos?
There are currently 583 Apartments for Rent in Waterfront Condos, CA with pricing that ranges from $900 to $18,115. There are also 101 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Waterfront Condos ranging from $1,725 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 $1,725 to $25,000 with an average monthly rent of $7,782.
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