Cheap Apartments for Rent in the North Rios Neighborhood of Solana Beach, CA from $1,900 (11 Rentals)

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718-732 Stevens Ave
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718-732 Stevens Ave

718-732 Stevens AveSolana Beach, CA 92075
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250 S Sierra Ave
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250 S Sierra Ave

250 S Sierra AveSolana Beach, CA 92075
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2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

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222 S Helix AveSolana Beach, CA 92075
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North Rios, Solana Beach, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available North Rios Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the North Rios area of San Diego, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Silverado Apartments, a 55+ Community priced from $1,995. RIVA has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $3,800. Here are the most affordable North Rios apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Silverado Apartments, a 55+ Community1x1 R1BR,1BA$1,995
RIVAA11BR,1BA$3,800
Cedros Gardens2 Bed2BR,2BA$6,100

Best Value Apartments for Rent in North Rios, CA

As of April 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the North Rios area is the $4.28 price per square foot 2 Bed Model at Cedros Gardens in the in the North Rios neighborhood starting from $6,100. The second greatest value North Rios apartment is the B4 Model at RIVA starting at $7,610 with a $6.38 price per square foot in the North Rios neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for North Rios apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Cedros Gardens2 Bed2BR,2BA$4.28
RIVAB42BR,2BA$6.38
Silverado Apartments, a 55+ Community1x1 R1BR,1BA$3.56

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North Rios, Solana Beach, CA

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap North Rios Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom North Rios Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom North Rios Apartment is $1,995 at Silverado Apartments, a 55+ Community.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom North Rios Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in North Rios is starting from $4,895 at RIVA.

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