Cheap Homes for Rent in San Diego County, CA from $900 (204 Rentals)

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Search the lowest-cost Homes available for rent right now in San Diego County.

property at 10157 Fabled Waters Ct

$1,000

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$1,000

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$1,000

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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10157 Fabled Waters Ct

Spring ValleyCA91977
property at 751 Jewell Dr

$1,050

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$1,050

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$1,050

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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751 Jewell Dr, Unit A

751 Jewell Dr
San DiegoCA92113

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property at 4173 Dellwood St

$1,250

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$1,250

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$1,250

Studio, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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4173 Dellwood St

San DiegoCA92111
property at 3304 Baltimore St

$1,299

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$1,299

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$1,299

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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3304 Baltimore St

San DiegoCA92117
property at 5011 63rd St

$1,300 - $7,400

1 To 6 Bedroom Rentals

Available Aug 1

5011 63rd St

San DiegoCA92115

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property at 604 Kellogg St

$1,355

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$1,355

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$1,355

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Aug 14

604 Kellogg St, Unit Kellogg

604 Kellogg St
San MarcosCA92078
property at 336 Travelodge Dr

$1,375

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$1,375

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$1,375

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

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336 Travelodge Dr

El CajonCA92020

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property at 3435 Isla Vista Dr

$1,400

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$1,400

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$1,400

Studio, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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3435 Isla Vista Dr

San DiegoCA92105
property at 591 Imperial Beach Blvd

$1,450

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$1,450

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$1,450

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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591 Imperial Beach Blvd, Unit 591 A

591 Imperial Beach Blvd
Imperial BeachCA91932

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Cheapest Available San Diego County Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in San Diego County, CA is a 4 Beds unit found at Fifty Twenty-Five in the College West neighborhood priced from $699. Victory on Paseo in the College West neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 5 Beds apartment currently listed from $864. Here is today’s list of the most affordable San Diego County apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Fifty Twenty-Five4BR/4BA - Semi Private - Elite (D)4BR,4BA$699
Victory on Paseo5BR/3BA - A5BR,3BA$864
Arlington ApartmentsSingle Room OccupantStudio,$900
Trolley CourtStandardStudio,$974
3942 8th AveStudioStudio,$995
The Rive San Diego4x4 B4BR,4BA$1,024
Studio 15Studios - 50% AMI - Utilities includedStudio,1BA$1,050
Peachtree Inn - Fully furnished units!StandardStudio,1BA$1,062
Hardy Avenue Apartments3 BR 2 BA3BR,2BA$1,098
Meade Avenue Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,295

Best Value Apartments for Rent in San Diego County, CA

As of July 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the San Diego County area is the $0.99 price per square foot 6x3 Private Model at Paseo Place in the in the College West neighborhood starting from $1,899. The second greatest value San Diego County apartment is the 8 Bedroom Studio Suites Model at 6nineteen starting at $1,399 with a $0.78 price per square foot in the College West 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.
Paseo Place6x3 Private6BR,3BA$0.99
6nineteen8 Bedroom Studio SuitesStudio ,1BA$0.78
Lofts at 734 University AveHuge Loft UnitsStudio ,1BA$1.72
The Rive San Diego4x4 B4BR,4BA$0.60
Stateside4X3 D4BR,3BA$0.83
Edson - Military HousingThree Bedroom- Classic3BR,2.5BA$1.67
Union GrantvilleD34BR,4BA$0.57
Fifty Twenty-Five2BR/2BA - Semi Private - Premium2BR,2BA$0.83
MBS StudiosStudioStudio ,1BA$1.56
Hardy Avenue Apartments3 BR 2 BA3BR,2BA$1.23

Frequently Asked Questions about San Diego County

What type of rentals are currently available in San Diego County?

There are currently 14934 Apartments for Rent in San Diego County, CA with pricing that ranges from $699 to $44,003. There are also 2514 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in San Diego County ranging from $850 to $95,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in San Diego County?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in San Diego County ranges from $850 to $95,000 with an average monthly rent of $13,226.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in San Diego County?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in San Diego County range from $899 to $44,003, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $900 to $60,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $956 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $699.

Expert Rental Resources

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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