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property at 165 Minot Ave

$1,500

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Jan 1, 2026

165 Minot Ave

Chula VistaCA91910
property at 227 16th St

$1,500 - $2,385

1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals

Available Now

227 16th St

San DiegoCA92101

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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 The Rive San Diego in the Rolando neighborhood priced from $386. Fifty Twenty-Five in the College West neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 4 Beds apartment currently listed from $855. Here is today’s list of the most affordable San Diego County apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Rive San Diego4x4 B4BR,4BA$386
Fifty Twenty-Five4BR/4BA - Semi Private - Elite (D)4BR,4BA$855
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
Hillcrest InnStudioStudio,1BA$1,250
The Residences at 3954 KansasOne Bedroom, One Bath1BR,1BA$1,292
Island Village ApartmentsStudio ALL UTILITIES IncludedStudio,1BA$1,300

Best Value Apartments for Rent in San Diego County, CA

As of December 30, 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 Three Bedroom- Classic Model at Edson - Military Housing starting at $2,900 with a $1.83 price per square foot . 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
Edson - Military HousingThree Bedroom- Classic3BR,2.5BA$1.83
Camerons Mobile EstatesRent a Home2BR,2BA$1.97
Topaz3x3 A3BR,3BA$1.76
The Rive San Diego2x2 B2BR,2BA$1.03
Valle at 9121 KenwoodAzul2BR,2BA$1.93
Country Gardens2/1R2BR,1BA$1.99
Palm Shadows ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.89
Iconic on Alvarado: Off-Campus Student HousingB12BR,2BA$1.80
The Residences at 3954 KansasOne Bedroom, One Bath1BR,1BA$1.72

Frequently Asked Questions about San Diego County

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

There are currently 14981 Apartments for Rent in San Diego County, CA with pricing that ranges from $850 to $30,000. There are also 2820 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in San Diego County ranging from $500 to $100,000.

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 $500 to $100,000 with an average monthly rent of $16,615.

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 $930 to $30,000, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,050 to $50,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,050 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $850.

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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How to Make Your Apartment Holiday-Ready: Renter-Friendly Tips

Written by: Justin Habersaat

Getting your apartment ready for the holidays can be exciting but sometimes challenging in a smaller space. Here are some modern tips to keep things festive, safe, and inviting this season.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate!