Cheap Apartments for Rent in Tecate, CA from $1,500 (18 Rentals)

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Tecate, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Tecate Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Tecate, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Alpine Family Apartments in the Victoria neighborhood priced from $1,518. Alpine Terrace Apartments in the Victoria neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,795. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Tecate apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Alpine Family Apartments1 bedroom1BR,1BA$1,518
Alpine Terrace Apartments1x11BR,1BA$1,795
Alpine Village2 Bed 1 Bath C2BR,1BA$1,797
ReNew AlpineSycamore2BR,1BA$2,010
Creekside MeadowsType A1BR,1BA$2,077

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Tecate, CA and Nearby

As of October 28, 2025 the best value apartment in the Tecate area is the $2.57 price per square foot T4 Model at Enclave Heritage Townhomes in the in the Rancho del Rey neighborhood starting from $4,830. The second greatest value Tecate apartment is the Townhome One 3 x 3.5 Model at Salerno starting at $4,139 with a $2.26 price per square foot in the Rancho del Rey neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Tecate apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Enclave Heritage TownhomesT43BR,3.5BA$2.57
SalernoTownhome One 3 x 3.53BR,3.5BA$2.26
Tavera40d 3x23BR,2BA$2.70
Contessa at Otay RanchPlan 12BR,3BA$2.75
Alpine WoodsASPEN2BR,2BA$2.52
ReNew AlpineMaplecrest2BR,2BA$2.45
ReNew SummitPaisley2BR,2BA$2.61
Alpine Terrace Apartments1x11BR,1BA$2.54
Alpine Village2 Bed 1 Bath C2BR,1BA$2.67
Alpine Family Apartments1 bedroom1BR,1BA$2.69

Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

From the lounge to the laundry room, understand your rights and responsibilities in shared apartment spaces. Get tips on pet rules, noise, and security.

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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Tecate, CA

Ranked #243

Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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2.5
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Tecate Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Tecate Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Tecate Apartment is $1,518 at Alpine Family Apartments.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Tecate is starting from $1,797 at Alpine Village.

What is the most affordable Tecate Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Tecate Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Alpine Family Apartments and starts from $2,107.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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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! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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