
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Spring Valley Neighborhood of Spring Valley, CA from $900 (32 Rentals)
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Calavo

4276 Orchard Dr

8951 Jamacha Rd, Unit 31

The Sophia at Mt. Helix

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9023 Campo Rd, Unit D, Unit D
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Spring Valley?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spring Valley Studio Apartments | $1,838 | $1,695 | $2,014 |
| Spring Valley 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,138 | $1,595 | $3,549 |
| Spring Valley 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,743 | $1,993 | $9,161 |
| Spring Valley 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,651 | $2,500 | $10,000+ |
| Spring Valley 4 Bedroom Apartments | $7,300 | $4,162 | $9,441 |
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There are currently 32 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Spring Valley Neighborhood of Spring Valley, CA.
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Cheapest Available Spring Valley Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Spring Valley area of San Diego, CA is a 2 Beds unit found at Spring Villas priced from $1,728. Shadow Point has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,767. Here are the most affordable Spring Valley apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spring Villas | Two Bedroom, One Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,728 |
| Shadow Point | Plan 1A | 1BR,1BA | $1,767 |
| Valle at Canyon | Meadow | 1BR,1BA | $1,802 |
| Calavo | Stream | Studio,1BA | $1,807 |
| Valle at Fairway | Grove | 1BR,1BA | $1,819 |
| La Mesa Spring Gardens | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,895 |
| The Sophia at Mt. Helix | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,976 |
| Valle at 9061 Kenwood | Gardenia | 1BR,1BA | $2,011 |
| Chateau Spring Hill Apartments | studio | Studio,1BA | $2,014 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Spring Valley, CA
As of April 18, 2026 the best value apartment in the Spring Valley area is the $2.44 price per square foot 2 Bed with den 2 Bath- 1407 sq ft Townhome Model at Jackson Pointe 111 in the in the Spring Valley neighborhood starting from $3,437. The second greatest value Spring Valley apartment is the Extra Large 3 Bedroom 2 Bath Model at Casa De Helix - La Mesa starting at $3,295 with a $2.75 price per square foot in the Mount Helix neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Spring Valley apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jackson Pointe 111 | 2 Bed with den 2 Bath- 1407 sq ft Townhome | 2BR,2BA | $2.44 |
| Casa De Helix - La Mesa | Extra Large 3 Bedroom 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $2.75 |
| Casa Monterey Apartments | 3 Bedroom 1.5 Bath Townhouse | 3BR,1.5BA | $2.59 |
| Valle at 9121 Kenwood | Azul | 2BR,2BA | $2.12 |
| Villas | Chateau | 2BR,2BA | $2.37 |
| Rancho del Sol | 2/2 Upstairs | 2BR,2BA | $2.58 |
| Rancho Pointe Apartments | 2 X 1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.66 |
| Shannon Arms III Apartments | 2 bed & 2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.37 |
| Valle at 9209 Kenwood | Evergreen | 2BR,1BA | $2.57 |
| 9023 Campo Rd, Unit D | 9023 Campo Rd | 1BR,1BA | $2.50 |
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Best Local Schools in Spring Valley, Spring Valley, CA
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Lifestyle Ratings
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Spring Valley Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Spring Valley?
The cheapest apartment in Spring Valley is Shadow Point which is listed at $1,729, while the average apartment in Spring Valley costs $8,299.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Spring Valley?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 5 regular apartments in Spring Valley that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Spring Valley?
Cheap apartments in Spring Valley have an average cost of $110 which is $8,189 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Spring Valley.
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