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2301 Acara Cir

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Cheapest Available San Diego County Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in San Diego County, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Jean C. McKinney Manor in the Valencia Park neighborhood priced from $834. Victory on Paseo in the College West neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 5 Beds apartment currently listed from $871. Here is today’s list of the most affordable San Diego County apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Jean C. McKinney Manor1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$834
Victory on Paseo5BR/3BA - A5BR,3BA$871
Trolley CourtStandardStudio,$974
3942 8th AveStudioStudio,$995
Studio 15Studios - 50% AMI - Utilities includedStudio,1BA$1,050
Peachtree Inn - Fully furnished units!StandardStudio,1BA$1,062
The Residences at 3954 KansasOne Bedroom, One Bath1BR,1BA$1,292
Fallbrook Trails - 55+ Independent LivingStudioStudio,1BA$1,326
Terrace Gardens Apartments - Seniors 55+One Bedroom One Bath1BR,1BA$1,400
Rosewood ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,400

Best Value Apartments for Rent in San Diego County, CA

As of November 01, 2025 the best value apartment in the San Diego County area is the $1.74 price per square foot 4 Bedroom 2.5 Bath Model at Stuart Mesa - Military Housing in the in the Camp Pendleton neighborhood starting from $3,200. The second greatest value San Diego County apartment is the A Model at Santa Fe Townhomes starting at $3,395 with a $2.02 price per square foot in the Grand Estates neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for San Diego County apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Stuart Mesa - Military Housing4 Bedroom 2.5 Bath4BR,2.5BA$1.74
Santa Fe TownhomesA2BR,2.5BA$2.02
Edson - Military HousingThree Bedroom- Classic3BR,2.5BA$1.83
6nineteen8 Bedroom Studio Suites with Balcony3BR,3BA$1.43
Camerons Mobile EstatesRent a Home2BR,2BA$1.87
120 Ballantyne st, Unit Floor Plan 4120 Ballantyne st1BR,1.5BA$2.00
Topaz3x3 A3BR,3BA$1.74
Iconic on Alvarado: Off-Campus Student HousingB12BR,2BA$1.80
The Residences at 3954 KansasOne Bedroom, One Bath1BR,1BA$1.72
Jean C. McKinney Manor1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1.47

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap San Diego County Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in San Diego County?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in San Diego County is at Trolley Court listed at $974.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom San Diego County Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom San Diego County Apartment is $834 at Jean C. McKinney Manor.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom San Diego County Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in San Diego County is starting from $1,650 at Union Grantville.

What is the most affordable San Diego County Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap San Diego County Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Victory on Paseo and starts from $930.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

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