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Cheap Apartments in San Diego, CA

1 - 30 of 502 Results
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3D Tour
$2,047 - 2,079
CentrePointe
Deal
6540 Friars Rd San Diego, CA
Studio | Oct. 11, 2026
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Air Conditioning
In Unit Laundry
Balcony/Deck/Patio
14
3D Tour
$1,769 - 1,847
Mesa Village
5265 Clairemont Mesa Blvd San Diego, CA
Studio | Oct. 18, 2026
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Cat Friendly
Pool
16
3D Tour
$1,899 - 2,049
Summit Park Village
Deal
8563 Lake Murray Blvd San Diego, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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Cat Friendly
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Fitness Center
36
$1,995
Woodman Village
2.3
6935 Paradise Valley Rd San Diego, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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Cat Friendly
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Surface Parking
Storage
30
$2,069
San Diego - Fashion Valley
Deal
7444 Mission Valley Rd San Diego, CA
Studio | Available Now
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Short-term
Air Conditioning
Covered Parking
10
$1,925
Villa Bonita
2151-2165 Honey Drive San Diego, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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Air Conditioning
Covered Parking
Surface Parking
Pool
20
$1,608 - 2,071
The Presidio Apartments
Deal
3350 Rosecrans St San Diego, CA
Studio - 1 BR | Available Now
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Surface Parking
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Disability Access
Pool
1
$1,795
E Street Apartment | Newly Built & Renovated Apartment Homes in Golden Hills!
2967-69 E St San Diego, CA
Studio | Oct. 10, 2026
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Cat Friendly
Air Conditioning
Surface Parking
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17
$1,850
The Union
1945 B St San Diego, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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Short-term
Covered Parking
In Unit Laundry
Balcony/Deck/Patio
6
$2,095
Sail Bay Apartments
1327-1335 Pacific Beach Dr San Diego, CA
Studio | Available Now
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Surface Parking
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Disability Access
Pool
5
$1,795
Celtic Arms Studios
2408 2nd Ave San Diego, CA
Studio | Available Now
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Banker's Hill
8
$2,120
1520 Tyler House
1520 Tyler Ave San Diego, CA
Studio | Available Now
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21
$1,695 - 1,795
Melrose Apartments - Charming & Historic In The Heart Of Banker's Hill
2164 Second Ave San Diego, CA
Studio | Available Now
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Banker's Hill
5
$1,895
2827 Keats Street
2827 Keats St San Diego, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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Air Conditioning
Storage
6
$1,500 - 1,800
Orchid Senior 55 Plus Apts
4024 32nd St San Diego, CA
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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Storage
Disability Access
7
$1,700
Pacific Palms
5109-5139 Clairemont Mesa Blvd San Diego, CA
Studio | Available Now
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Air Conditioning
Surface Parking
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Disability Access
5
$2,050
Bridgeview Apartments
2925-2945 Broadway San Diego, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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Air Conditioning
Surface Parking
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Disability Access
5
$1,795 - 1,875
Utah Street Apartments
4019 Utah St San Diego, CA
Studio - 1 BR | Available Now
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Cat Friendly
Storage
7
$2,100
4033 Florida St
San Diego, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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Surface Parking
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Disability Access
1
$1,995
Jade Apartments
843 13th St San Diego, CA
Studio | Available Now
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Storage
Disability Access
1
$1,695
Unit On 22nd
252 22nd St San Diego, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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Balcony/Deck/Patio
Storage
Disability Access
1
$1,900
Meade Ave. 3032
3032-36 Meade Ave San Diego, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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Storage
1
$1,850
Juniper St. 3044 ***
3044 Juniper St San Diego, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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Disability Access
Burlingame
1
$2,095
The Club House
1555 Satellite Blvd San Diego, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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Surface Parking
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Disability Access
0
$1,895
Cherokee Ave | 3853
3853-3865 Cherokee Ave San Diego, CA
1 BR | Oct. 7, 2026
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Cat Friendly
Air Conditioning
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Disability Access
1
$1,995
4330 53rd St
San Diego, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Air Conditioning
Surface Parking
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1
$1,750
2926-52 Capps Street
2926-52 Capps St. & 3552-3554 30Th Street San Diego, CA
Studio | Available Now
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Balcony/Deck/Patio
Storage
Disability Access
1
$1,995
3970 Goldfinch St.
3970 Goldfinch St San Diego, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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Storage
Disability Access
1
$1,650
Seminole Drive
4781 Seminole Dr San Diego, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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Storage
Disability Access
5
$1,850
Willow Glen Apartments
3635 College Ave San Diego, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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Frequently Asked Questions

How many cheap apartments are available in San Diego, CA on Rentable.co?

There are 502 cheap apartments in San Diego currently available for rent on Rentable.co.

What is the average rent for a cheap apartment in San Diego, CA?

The average monthly rent for a cheap apartment in San Diego is about $230.

How many studio cheap apartments are available in San Diego?

Rentable.co has 75 studio cheap apartments available for rent in San Diego.

How many one-bedroom cheap apartments are available in San Diego?

Rentable.co has 338 one-bedroom cheap apartments available for rent in San Diego.

How many two-bedroom cheap apartments are available in San Diego?

Rentable.co has 401 two-bedroom cheap apartments available for rent in San Diego.

Can I afford a cheap apartment in San Diego, CA?

To comfortably afford a cheap apartment in San Diego based on average rent prices, a household would need an annual income of $9,000.

Which neighborhoods have the most cheap apartments for rent in San Diego, CA?

  1. Harborview
  2. Kearny Mesa
  3. Morena
  4. College East

Cheap Apartments in San Diego, CA: October Rental Information

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

Our experts analyze the inventory trends for cheap apartments in San Diego — overall market rent-distribution, availability by bedroom count, and month-over-month comparisons — to provide you with valuable insights. With this summary, you can explore available features and amenities, as well as location options for cheap apartments in San Diego. Whether you're seeking a studio or a multi-bedroom unit, our comprehensive report will help you make an informed decision about your next apartment in San Diego. Stay tuned for the latest data on affordable rentals in the area.
0 20 40 60 80 <$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
This month, the typical cost to rent a one-bedroom apartment in San Diego stands at $2,450, with the majority falling between $1,700 and $3,550. Out of the 10,581 one-bedroom apartments currently on the market in San Diego, 5 are priced below $400, accounting for 0% of the total available one-bedroom units in San Diego.

Available Cheap Apartments: San Diego vs. Surrounding Areas

San Diego, CA
El Cajon, CA
19
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The chart above displays the number of available cheap apartments in San Diego, CA and its surrounding cities as of October 2026. The cities included in the analysis are 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. In the San Diego metro area, there is a total of 26 cheap apartments currently on the market. This information provides prospective renters with insight into the availability of affordable housing options in the area.

Cheap Apartments Now vs. Last Month: San Diego and Surrounding Areas

City Cheap Apartments in October M/M % Change
San Diego, CA 19 +1.05%
El Cajon, CA 3 +1.03%
Coronado, CA 2 +1.08%
Escondido, CA 1 +0.95%
La Mesa, CA 1 +1.2%
Lakeside, CA 1 +1.0%
Ramona, CA 1 +1.0%
San Marcos, CA 1 +0.8%
Encinitas, CA 1 +1.14%
Poway, CA 0 -0.4%

Looking for Cheap Apartments in San Diego?

Available cheap apartments 980
Top amenities Fitness Center, Dishwasher, Balcony/Deck/Patio, Pool, Public Transportation
Deals 1
Pet friendly 13
Furnished 3
1 Bedroom 15
2 Bedroom 9
3 Bedroom 12
Square footage 61 - 1,521

Where are Cheap San Diego Apartments?

Top Neighborhoods Harborview, Kearny mesa, Morena, College east
Harborview 1
Kearny Mesa 1
Morena 1
College East 1
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