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Apartments Under $1,000 in San Diego, CA

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$990
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Private Bedroom in Charming North Park Home Right Off Highways 805 and 15
Deal
3641 32nd St San Diego, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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In Unit Laundry
Dishwasher
13
3D Tour
$985
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Private Room in Delightful City Heights House with Beautiful Brick Patio
Deal
4312 Manzanita Dr San Diego, CA
1 BR | Sep. 23, 2026
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40
$995
6406 Shane Pl
San Diego, CA
4 BR | Aug. 22, 2026
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Furnished
Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Air Conditioning
Dishwasher
36
$699 - 829
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Fifty Twenty-Five
Deal
5025 Collwood Blvd San Diego, CA
2 - 4 BR | Available Now
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Furnished
Student
Luxury
Air Conditioning
Covered Parking
15
$899 - 999
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Paseo Place
5665 Lindo Paseo San Diego, CA
3 - 4 BR | Available Now
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Student
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Balcony/Deck/Patio
College West
15
$995
6419 Shane Pl
San Diego, CA
4 BR | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
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Dishwasher
College East
5
$850
1401 J St
San Diego, CA
3 BR | Ask for Availability
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8
$700
5324 Roswell Street
San Diego, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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Emerald Hills
33
$895
5117 Remington Rd
San Diego, CA
8+ BR | Available Now
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Dishwasher
College West
5
$587
2350 Russell Park Way
San Diego, CA
2 BR | Ask for Availability
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Mission Valley East
24
$900
5139 Ewing St
San Diego, CA
6 BR | Available Now
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College East
8
$852
2875 Cowley Way
San Diego, CA
1 BR | Ask for Availability
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70
$545
3950 Mahaila Ave
San Diego, CA
2 BR | Ask for Availability
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$800
5324 Roswell Street
San Diego, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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Emerald Hills
20
$1,000
5119 Remington Rd
San Diego, CA
3 BR | Available Now
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College West
36
$699 - 989
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Fifty Twenty-Five
4.0
5025 Collwood Boulevard San Diego, CA
2 - 4 BR | Available Now
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Furnished
Student
Covered Parking
College West
1
$595
Golden West Apartments
720 Fourth Ave San Diego, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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Downtown San Diego
1
$875 - 995
G St.
444 G St San Diego, CA
Studio | Available Now
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Downtown San Diego
30
$ Ask - 2,754
Promenade Rio Vista
2185 Station Village Way San Diego, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Luxury
Section 8
Air Conditioning
16
$ Ask - 4,615
Mira Bella
3455 Kearny Villa Rd San Diego, CA
2 - 3 BR | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Section 8
Air Conditioning
Fitness Center
30
$ Ask - 1,695
Nimitz Pointe
2401 Seaside San Diego, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Balcony/Deck/Patio
Pool
5
$200
4470-4478 Alabama St
San Diego, CA
Studio | Available Now
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16
$580 - 990
Sterling Alvarado
3.0
6625 Alvarado Rd. San Diego, CA
2 - 4 BR | Ask for Availability
Furnished
Student
Section 8
Air Conditioning
Covered Parking
9
$700
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ROOM
Furnished Room In Utc With Flexible Lease
9085 Judicial Dr San Diego, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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Fitness Center
Storage
Disability Access
Pool
20
$734 - 779
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Blvd63 Apartments
6345 El Cajon Blvd. San Diego, CA
2 - 4 BR | Available Now
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Student
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12
$1,000
4452 Park Blvd #208
San Diego, CA
Studio | Available Now
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Air Conditioning
Storage
Disability Access
1
$250
4438- 4450 Park Blvd
San Diego, CA
Studio | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Storage
Disability Access
2
$600 - 750
1450 Fourth Ave
San Diego, CA
Studio | Available Now
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Disability Access
Core-columbia
1
$1,000
1859 Cable St
San Diego, CA
Studio | Available Now
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$800
Mccsho-mcclurken Simmons Hotel 542 Sixth Ave
San Diego, CA
Studio | Available Now
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Downtown San Diego
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Frequently Asked Questions

How many apartments under $1,000 are available in San Diego, CA on Rentable.co?

There are 30 apartments under $1,000 in San Diego currently available for rent on Rentable.co.

How many studio apartments under $1,000 are available in San Diego?

Rentable.co has 148 studio apartments under $1,000 available for rent in San Diego.

How many one-bedroom apartments under $1,000 are available in San Diego?

Rentable.co has 533 one-bedroom apartments under $1,000 available for rent in San Diego.

How many two-bedroom apartments under $1,000 are available in San Diego?

Rentable.co has 757 two-bedroom apartments under $1,000 available for rent in San Diego.

Can I afford a apartment under $1,000 in San Diego, CA?

To comfortably afford a apartment under $1,000 in San Diego based on average rent prices, a household would need an annual income of $34,000.

Which neighborhoods have the most apartments under $1,000 for rent in San Diego, CA?

  1. College West
  2. College East
  3. Downtown San Diego
  4. Emerald Hills
  5. Mission Valley East

Apartments Under $1,000 in San Diego, CA: August Rental Information

Welcome to the August 2026 San Diego Apartment Report. In this assessment of the local rental market, Rentable data scientists and rental experts break down the August 2026 key findings and figures for the San Diego rental landscape.

Our experts analyze the inventory trends for apartments under $1,000 — overall market rent-distribution, availability by bedroom count, and month-over-month comparisons — in San Diego and surrounding areas. This summary also provides insight into available features and amenities, as well as location options for apartments under $1,000 in San Diego.

Please note that rent prices and availability are subject to change and can vary depending on the specific neighborhood or apartment complex.
0 30 60 90 120 <$1,700 $1,760 $1,880 $2,000 $2,120 $2,240 $2,360 $2,480 $2,600 $2,720 $2,840 $2,960 $3,080 $3,200 $3,320 $3,440 $3,560 $3,680
This month, the typical cost to rent a one-bedroom apartment in San Diego stands at $2,510, with the majority falling between $1,700 and $3,660. Out of the 12,124 one-bedroom apartments currently on the market in San Diego, 15 are priced below $1,000, accounting for 0% of the total available one-bedroom units in San Diego.

Available Apartments Under $1,000: San Diego vs. Surrounding Areas

San Diego, CA
El Cajon, CA
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In August 2026, there are a total of 51 apartments available for rent in the San Diego, CA metro area that are priced under $1,000. This includes apartments not only in San Diego, but also in the surrounding cities such as National City, Chula Vista, Poway, Coronado, Del Mar, San Marcos, El Cajon, Encinitas, Escondido, Santee, Solana Beach, Imperial Beach, La Mesa, Lemon Grove, Alpine, La Jolla, Ocean Beach, Ramona, Bonita, Carmel Valley, Lakeside, Rancho Santa Fe, San Ysidro, Tierrasanta, San, Jamul, Lake San Marcos, San Margarita, Leucadia, and Spring Valley. Renters looking for affordable options in this region have a variety of choices to consider. Whether you're searching for a studio or a one-bedroom unit, you can find a reasonably priced apartment that fits your budget in San Diego and its neighboring cities.

Apartments Under $1,000 Now vs. Last Month: San Diego and Surrounding Areas

City Apartments Under $1,000 in August M/M % Change
San Diego, CA 34 +0.95%
El Cajon, CA 4 +0.84%
Coronado, CA 2 +1.0%
La Mesa, CA 2 +1.1%
San Marcos, CA 2 +0.2%
Escondido, CA 2 +1.0%
Encinitas, CA 1 +0.6%
Lakeside, CA 1 +1.0%
Ramona, CA 1 +1.0%
Chula Vista, CA 0 +1.8%

Looking for Apartments Under $1,000 in San Diego?

Available apartments under $1,000 1,698
Top amenities Furnished, Covered Parking, Clubhouse, Professional On Site Management, Student
Deals 30
Pet friendly 18
Utilities included 32
Furnished 87
2 Bedroom 47
3 Bedroom 22
4 Bedroom 51
Square footage 312 - 1,517

Where are San Diego Apartments Under $1,000?

Top Neighborhoods College west, College east, Downtown san diego, Emerald hills, Mission valley east
College West 5
College East 4
Downtown San Diego 3
Emerald Hills 2
Mission Valley East 2
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