
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Western San Diego Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $1,000 (15 Rentals)
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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 | $1,851 | $1,084 | $2,666 |
| Western San Diego 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,758 | $1,180 | $3,291 |
| Western San Diego 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,460 | $2,695 | $4,089 |
| Western San Diego 3 Bedroom Apartments | $8,657 | $8,657 | $8,657 |
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There are currently 15 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. Loma Portal has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,000. 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 |
| Loma Portal | 1 Bedroom/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,000 |
| Gables Point Loma | E | 1BR,1BA | $2,306 |
| The Summit at Point Loma | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,469 |
| The Californian Coastal Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2,695 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Western San Diego, CA
As of August 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Western San Diego area is the $2.95 price per square foot 2 Bedroom/1.5 Bath Model at Loma Portal in the in the Midway District neighborhood starting from $2,800. The second greatest value Western San Diego apartment is the 2BR/2.0BA Model at Loma Village Apartments starting at $3,075 with a $3.32 price per square foot in the Midway District neighborhood. 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Loma Portal | 2 Bedroom/1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.95 |
| Loma Village Apartments | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $3.32 |
| The Californian Coastal Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $3.22 |
| Bevel Apartments | A4 | 1BR,1BA | $4.29 |
| The Summit at Point Loma | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.69 |
| Bowen Apartments | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $4.51 |
| Gables Point Loma | E | 1BR,1BA | $3.84 |
| The Presidio Apartments | Studio - Upgraded | Studio ,1BA | $5.97 |
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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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