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property at 5020 College Ave

$975

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$975

1 Bedroom, 4 Bath Home for Rent

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5020 College Ave

San DiegoCA92115

Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

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property at 207 Kenton Ave

$1,150

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$1,150
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$1,150

3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent

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207 Kenton Ave

San DiegoCA92114
property at 4247 Cartagena Dr

$1,200

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$1,200
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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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4247 Cartagena Dr

San DiegoCA92115

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property at 1811 E Grand Ave

$1,325

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$1,325
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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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1811 E Grand Ave, Unit 87.5

1811 E Grand Ave
EscondidoCA92027

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property at 7647 Mission Gorge Rd

$1,400

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$1,400
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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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7647 Mission Gorge Rd, Unit #28

7647 Mission Gorge Rd
San DiegoCA92120
property at 642 Bonair Way

$1,480 - $2,190

1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals

Available Feb 28

642 Bonair Way

San DiegoCA92037
property at 227 16th St

$1,495 - $2,330

1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals

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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 $890. 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$890
Victory on Paseo5BR/3BA - A5BR,3BA$899
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

Best Value Apartments for Rent in San Diego County, CA

As of February 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the San Diego County area is the $0.31 price per square foot 1380 Grove Ave Model at 1380 Grove Ave, Unit 1380 grove ave in the in the Egger Highlands neighborhood starting from $2,500. The second greatest value San Diego County apartment is the 5 Bedroom 2.5 Model at Stuart Mesa - Military Housing starting at $3,600 with a $1.95 price per square foot in the Camp Pendleton 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.
1380 Grove Ave, Unit 1380 grove ave1380 Grove Ave2BR,1BA$0.31
Stuart Mesa - Military Housing5 Bedroom 2.55BR,2.5BA$1.95
Lofts at 734 University AveHuge Loft UnitsStudio ,1BA$1.72
The Rive San Diego4x4 A4BR,4BA$1.02
Courtyard on 68thA2BR,2BA$1.96
2529 Northside Dr, Unit Private Room for Rent2529 Northside Dr1BR,1BA$1.59
Topaz3x3 A3BR,3BA$1.76
Palm Shadows ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.89
Iconic on Alvarado: Off-Campus Student HousingB12BR,2BA$1.84
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 15004 Apartments for Rent in San Diego County, CA with pricing that ranges from $855 to $31,721. There are also 2847 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in San Diego County ranging from $650 to $85,000.

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 $650 to $85,000 with an average monthly rent of $13,798.

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 $1,050 to $20,872, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $950 to $50,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,050 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $875.

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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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

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Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.