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Cheap Apartments in San Diego, CA

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3D Tour
$2,107 - 2,127
Summit Park Village
8563 Lake Murray Blvd San Diego, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Air Conditioning
Balcony/Deck/Patio
Fitness Center
14
3D Tour
$1,697 - 1,877
Mesa Village
5265 Clairemont Mesa Blvd San Diego, CA
Studio | Available Now
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Heat Included
Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Luxury
Pool
27
3D Tour
$1,959 - 2,127
Form 15
Deal
1450 Market St San Diego, CA
Studio | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Luxury
Air Conditioning
In Unit Laundry
21
3D Tour
$2,099 - 2,149
CentrePointe
Deal
6540 Friars Rd San Diego, CA
Studio | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Luxury
Air Conditioning
In Unit Laundry
21
3D Tour
$1,977 - 2,097
Mira Monte
Deal
10360 Maya Linda Rd San Diego, CA
Studio - 1 BR | Available Now
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Cat Friendly
Air Conditioning
Balcony/Deck/Patio
Fitness Center
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
11
$1,925
Bonita View
6737 Doriana St San Diego, CA
1 BR | May. 27, 2026
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Air Conditioning
Covered Parking
Surface Parking
Pool
20
$1,921
The Presidio Apartments
Deal
3350 Rosecrans St San Diego, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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Surface Parking
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Disability Access
Pool
11
$1,925
Bonita Heights
2123-2147 Honey Drive San Diego, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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Air Conditioning
Covered Parking
Surface Parking
Dishwasher
Pool
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
36
$2,075
Woodman Village
2.3
6935 Paradise Valley Rd San Diego, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Virtual Tour
Surface Parking
Storage
16
3D Tour
$1,140
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Private Room in Sunny Pacific Beach Home Near Crystal Pier
Deal
1605 Diamond St San Diego, CA
1 BR | Jun. 5, 2026
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In Unit Laundry
Dishwasher
21
$2,069
San Diego - Fashion Valley
7444 Mission Valley Rd San Diego, CA
Studio | Available Now
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Short-term
Air Conditioning
Covered Parking
1
$1,995
Canyonwood Apartments
1830 Upas St San Diego, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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Air Conditioning
Surface Parking
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1
$1,795 - 1,895
Riley Street
5752-58 Riley St San Diego, CA
Studio - 1 BR | Available Now
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Surface Parking
Storage
Disability Access
Morena
18
$2,050
Balboa Flats
3533 6th Ave San Diego, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Storage
31
$1,165
Hardy Avenue Apartments | Walk to SDSU | 3BR for Roommates
5584 Hardy Ave San Diego, CA
3 BR | Jun. 15, 2026
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Furnished
Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Surface Parking
Storage
17
$2,095
4140 Cleveland Ave
4140 Cleveland Ave San Diego, CA
1 BR | Jun. 29, 2026
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Surface Parking
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Dishwasher
1
$2,095
Sail Bay Apartments
1327-1335 Pacific Beach Dr San Diego, CA
Studio | May. 23, 2026
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Surface Parking
Storage
Disability Access
Pool
1
$2,150
Diamond Pacific
1633 Diamond St San Diego, CA
1 BR | Jun. 5, 2026
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Cat Friendly
Surface Parking
Balcony/Deck/Patio
Storage
Disability Access
1
$1,895 - 1,995
Aztec Pacific Apartments
6623-63 Montezuma Rd San Diego, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Air Conditioning
Surface Parking
Storage
1
$2,150
Grove Terrace
2367 Grove Ave San Diego, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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Surface Parking
Storage
Disability Access
Dishwasher
Pool
1
$1,895 - 1,995
Aztec Lofts Apartments
6159-6165 Montezuma Rd San Diego, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Surface Parking
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16
$1,995 - 2,095
Rainford Apartments
3660 Reynard Way San Diego, CA
Studio | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
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Balcony/Deck/Patio
Fitness Center
Dishwasher
6
$2,095 - 2,145
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5050 Niagara Ave San Diego, CA
Studio | Available Now
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Ocean Beach
1
$2,095
The Club House
1555 Satellite Blvd San Diego, CA
1 BR | May. 29, 2026
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Surface Parking
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Disability Access
1
$1,590
2102 Balboa & 4459 Noyes
San Diego, CA
Studio | Available Now
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Storage
1
$1,895
La Casa Balboa
6106 Beadnell Way San Diego, CA
1 BR | May. 27, 2026
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Cat Friendly
1
$1,725 - 1,750
8767-8777 #1-8 MIRA MESA BLV
San Diego, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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Cat Friendly
Disability Access
5
$2,150
49th Street Apartments
4041 49th St San Diego, CA
2 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 519 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 $200.

How many studio cheap apartments are available in San Diego?

Rentable.co has 79 studio cheap apartments available for rent in San Diego.

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

Rentable.co has 636 one-bedroom cheap apartments available for rent in San Diego.

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

Rentable.co has 613 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 $8,000.

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

  1. Harborview
  2. Kearny Mesa
  3. Adams North
  4. Morena
  5. Talmadge

Cheap Apartments in San Diego, CA: May Rental Information

Welcome to the May 2026 San Diego Apartment Report. In this assessment of the local rental market, Rentable data scientists and rental experts break down the May 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 35 70 105 140 <$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
This month, the typical cost to rent a one-bedroom apartment in San Diego stands at $2,490, with the majority falling between $1,700 and $3,580. Out of the 11,862 one-bedroom apartments currently on the market in San Diego, 8 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
Coronado, CA
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The chart above displays the number of available cheap apartments in San Diego, CA and its surrounding cities as of May 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 35 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 May M/M % Change
San Diego, CA 16 +0.97%
Coronado, CA 4 +1.22%
La Mesa, CA 3 +1.06%
El Cajon, CA 2 +1.0%
Escondido, CA 1 +1.2%
Ramona, CA 1 +1.0%
Lakeside, CA 1 +1.0%
Imperial Beach, CA 1 +1.25%
Chula Vista, CA 1 -3.0%
Lemon Grove, CA 1 +1.29%

Looking for Cheap Apartments in San Diego?

Available cheap apartments 1,479
Top amenities Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Pool, Range / Oven, Pet Friendly Community
Deals 22
Pet friendly 13
Furnished 2
1 Bedroom 42
2 Bedroom 43
3 Bedroom 24
Square footage 548 - 1,496

Where are Cheap San Diego Apartments?

Top Neighborhoods Harborview, Kearny mesa, Adams north, Morena, Talmadge
Harborview 1
Kearny Mesa 1
Adams North 1
Morena 1
Talmadge 1
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