
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Western San Diego Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $1,084 (22 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Western San Diego area of San Diego.


4432 Pacific Hwy

The Presidio Apartments

2501-2505 Juan St

2445 Juan St

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Gables Point Loma

Old Town (Casa de Pueblo)
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5765 Friars Rd, Unit Unit

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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Western San Diego?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Western San Diego Studio Apartments | $2,117 | $1,084 | $3,030 |
| Western San Diego 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,527 | $1,180 | $3,139 |
| Western San Diego 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,408 | $2,800 | $4,630 |
| Western San Diego 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,243 | $6,030 | $6,456 |
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There are currently 22 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Western San Diego Neighborhood of San Diego, CA.
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Cheapest Available Western San Diego Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Western San Diego area of San Diego, CA is a Studio unit found at The Presidio Apartments priced from $1,608. Gables Point Loma has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,044. Here are the most affordable Western San Diego apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Presidio Apartments | Studio | Studio, 1BA | $1,608 |
| Gables Point Loma | E | 1BR, 1BA | $2,044 |
| Old Town (Casa de Pueblo) | 1BR/1.5BA | 1BR, 1BA | $2,350 |
| Loma Portal | 1 Bedroom/1 Bath | 1BR, 1BA | $2,450 |
| Bevel Apartments | S1 | Studio, 1BA | $2,485 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Western San Diego, CA
As of September 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Western San Diego area is the $3.31 price per square foot Seville Model at Arrive Mission Valley in the Balboa Park neighborhood starting from $3,409. The second greatest value Western San Diego apartment is the Allure- Townhome Model at Loft2015 Apartments in the Balboa Park neighborhood starting at $2,895 with a $3.31 price per square foot. Here is today’s list of the best values for Western San Diego apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arrive Mission Valley | Seville | 2BR, 2BA | $3.31 |
| Loft2015 Apartments | Allure- Townhome | 2BR, 1.5BA | $3.31 |
| Nauticus | Two Bedroom - C2 | 2BR, 2BA | $4.93 |
| Old Town (Casa de Pueblo) | 1BR/1.5BA | 1BR, 1.5BA | $3.36 |
| Loma Portal | 1 Bedroom/1 Bath | 1BR, 1BA | $3.50 |
| The Summit at Point Loma | 1 Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $3.72 |
| Gables Point Loma | E | 1BR, 1BA | $3.41 |
| Bevel Apartments | S1 | Studio, 1BA | $4.55 |
| Bowen Apartments | S1 | Studio, 1BA | $4.65 |
| The Presidio Apartments | Studio | Studio, 1BA | $5.87 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Western San Diego Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Western San Diego?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Western San Diego is at The Presidio Apartments listed at $1,608.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Western San Diego Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Western San Diego Apartment is $1,821 at The Presidio Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Western San Diego Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Western San Diego is starting from $2,800 at Loma Portal.
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