
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Wooded Area San Diego, CA from $1,500 (13 Rentals)
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Wooded Area, San Diego, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Wooded Area?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wooded Area Studio Apartments | $2,258 | $1,508 | $4,461 |
| Wooded Area 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,572 | $1,850 | $4,995 |
| Wooded Area 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,441 | $2,508 | $9,197 |
| Wooded Area 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,909 | $3,275 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 13 rentals with your search options within a 4 mile radius of the Wooded Area Neighborhood of San Diego, CA.
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Cheapest Available Wooded Area Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Wooded Area area of San Diego, CA is a Studio unit found at The Presidio Apartments priced from $1,508. Love Where You Live has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,795. Here are the most affordable Wooded Area apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Presidio Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,508 |
| Love Where You Live | Alcove Studio 1 | Studio,1BA | $1,795 |
| Mar at Seaside | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,847 |
| Gables Point Loma | E | 1BR,1BA | $2,097 |
| Chapman Place | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,100 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Wooded Area, CA
As of May 03, 2026 the best value apartment in the Wooded Area area is the $2.79 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Model at Bayview Townhomes at Point Loma in the in the Wooded Area neighborhood starting from $5,295. The second greatest value Wooded Area apartment is the 3 Bedroom Townhome Model at Loma Palisades starting at $3,225 with a $2.69 price per square foot in the Wooded Area neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Wooded Area apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bayview Townhomes at Point Loma | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2.5BA | $2.79 |
| Loma Palisades | 3 Bedroom Townhome | 3BR,1.5BA | $2.69 |
| Nimitz Crossing | The Breeze | 2BR,2BA | $3.44 |
| Loft2015 Apartments | Alta- Townhome | 2BR,2BA | $3.09 |
| Loma Village Apartments | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $3.21 |
| 4313 Mentone St, Unit 4313 Mentone | 4313 Mentone St | 2BR,1BA | $3.59 |
| 3680 Voltaire St, Unit 3680 Voltaire | 3680 Voltaire St | 2BR,1BA | $3.23 |
| Elan The Plaza | Aspire | 1BR,1BA | $3.46 |
| Loma Portal | 1 Bedroom/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.27 |
| The Summit at Point Loma | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.59 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Wooded Area Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Wooded Area?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Wooded Area is under $2,290.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Wooded Area?
The cheapest apartment in Wooded Area is The Presidio Apartments which is listed at $1,921, while the average apartment in Wooded Area costs $9,701.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Wooded Area?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 8 regular apartments in Wooded Area that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Wooded Area?
Cheap apartments in Wooded Area have an average cost of $164 which is $9,537 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Wooded Area.
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