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San Ysidro, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available San Ysidro Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in San Ysidro, CA is a Studio unit found at Vista Lane Family Homes - Affordable Housing in the Ocean Crest neighborhood priced from $1,375. Mar at Primera in the Ocean Crest neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,450. Here is today’s list of the most affordable San Ysidro apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Vista Lane Family Homes - Affordable HousingStudio - 50% AMIStudio,1BA$1,375
Mar at PrimeraWaveStudio,1BA$1,450
Vista Del Pacifico ApartmentsVista del Pacifico1BR,1BA$1,750
Rio Vista2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1,806
Casa Solcs1bd1ba1BR,1BA$1,850

Best Value Apartments for Rent in San Ysidro, CA and Nearby

As of June 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the San Ysidro area is the $2.92 price per square foot Residence Two Lower Model at RiverEdge Terrace* in the in the Sunbow neighborhood starting from $3,184. The second greatest value San Ysidro apartment is the 3 Bed 2 Bath Model at Wintergreen starting at $3,075 with a $2.93 price per square foot in the Nestor neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for San Ysidro apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
RiverEdge Terrace*Residence Two Lower2BR,2BA$2.92
Wintergreen3 Bed 2 Bath3BR,2BA$2.93
Hollister Creek Apartments2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$2.43
Vista La Rosa2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$2.33
Rio Vista2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$2.11
Benton ApartmentsBenton Apartments2BR,2BA$3.00
Casa Solcs2bd1ba2BR,1BA$2.93
Mar at CottonwoodPalmeras1BR,1BA$2.66
Summer Brook Apartments: Your Oasis of Comfort and Style1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2.79
Vista Del Pacifico ApartmentsVista del Pacifico1BR,1BA$2.69

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Frequently Asked Questions about San Ysidro

What type of rentals are currently available in San Ysidro?

There are currently 352 Apartments for Rent in San Ysidro, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,000 to $4,137. There are also 55 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in San Ysidro ranging from $1,800 to $6,000.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in San Ysidro ranges from $1,800 to $6,000 with an average monthly rent of $3,730.

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

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in San Ysidro range from $2,719 to $4,137, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,450 to $5,800. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,500 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,000.

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