Cheap Studio Apartments for Rent in San Diego County, CA from $974 (130 Rentals)

1704 Horseshoe Ct

The Orchard Senior Apartments (55+)

Peachtree Inn - Fully furnished units!

4619 Contour Blvd

Harrington Heights - Affordable Housing

Fallbrook Trails - 55+ Senior Apartments
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5442 Gilbert Dr

Vista Bella Apartment Homes

510 20th St

Vista Lane Family Homes - Affordable Housing

6359 Wunderlin Ave, Unit Unit A

1499 J St

Vantaggio Little Italy

Rosewood Apartments
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The Presidio Apartments

317-317 11th St

Golden Glen Apartments

532 21st St

Sunset Terrace Apartments

Vista Shores – Bright, Renovated Studios

Overlook Point Apartments
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Moving is tough, especially long-distance. Learn how to minimize stress & expenses with proven strategies from a real estate pro, covering everything from logistics to finances.

Luther Tower - 55+ Affordable Community

The Ridge on Jackson Apartments

4423 Arizona St

Windsor Apartments
Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting
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Guava Gardens (62+ Senior Community)

The Marquis at Hillcrest

Mesa Village

Encinitas Senior Living - 55+ Active Adult Apartments

Pinewood Apartments

Studios435: Furnished Studios

The Helm - Affordable Housing

1031 S 26th St

205 Hensley St

3650 Fourth Ave
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San Diego County, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in San Diego County?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
---|---|---|---|
San Diego County Studio Apartments | $2,335 | $974 | $10,000+ |
San Diego County 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,911 | $834 | $10,000+ |
San Diego County 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,572 | $625 | $10,000+ |
San Diego County 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,695 | $930 | $10,000+ |
San Diego County 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,563 | $850 | $10,000+ |
San Diego County 5 Bedroom Apartments | $5,972 | $871 | $10,000+ |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap San Diego County Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in San Diego County?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in San Diego County is under $1,301.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in San Diego County?
The cheapest apartment in San Diego County is Trolley Court which is listed at $974, while the average apartment in San Diego County costs $30,000.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in San Diego County?
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 442 regular apartments in San Diego County 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 San Diego County?
Cheap apartments in San Diego County have an average cost of $251 which is $29,749 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in San Diego County.
Expert Rental Resources
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.

The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters
Written by: Trey Huguley
The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.

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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Throughout the day, think about all the times that you have to pay for something. So many of us reach automatically for a credit card or even our phone for a quick payment.