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Cheap Apartments in San Diego, CA

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3D Tour
$2,097
Summit Park Village
Deal
8563 Lake Murray Blvd San Diego, CA
1 BR | Aug. 20, 2026
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Air Conditioning
Balcony/Deck/Patio
Fitness Center
27
3D Tour
$2,069
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
14
3D Tour
$1,749 - 1,797
Mesa Village
5265 Clairemont Mesa Blvd San Diego, CA
Studio | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Pool
16
3D Tour
$990
PER
ROOM
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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Heat Included
Virtual Tour
House
In Unit Laundry
Dishwasher
36
$1,995
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
30
$2,069
San Diego - Fashion Valley
7444 Mission Valley Rd San Diego, CA
Studio | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
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 - 2,221
The Presidio Apartments
3350 Rosecrans St San Diego, CA
Studio - 1 BR | Available Now
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Air Conditioning
Surface Parking
Balcony/Deck/Patio
Disability Access
Pool
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
1
$1,995
Canyonwood Apartments
1830 Upas St San Diego, CA
1 BR | Sep. 17, 2026
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Air Conditioning
Surface Parking
Storage
31
$1,165
Hardy Avenue Apartments | Walk to SDSU | 3BR for Roommates
5584 Hardy Ave San Diego, CA
3 BR | Available Now
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Furnished
Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Surface Parking
Storage
5
$2,150
49th Street Apartments
4041 49th St San Diego, CA
2 BR | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Storage
Colina Del Sol
6
$2,100
Country Aire Apartments
2330-2356 Grove Ave San Diego, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Surface Parking
Storage
Disability Access
5
$2,095
Utah Street Apartments
4019 Utah St San Diego, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Storage
5
$1,850
Willow Glen Apartments
3635 College Ave San Diego, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Darnall
1
$1,995
Crevillea Apartments
1922 1934 3rd Ave San Diego, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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Cat Friendly
Storage
Banker's Hill
1
$2,095
The Club House
1555 Satellite Blvd San Diego, CA
1 BR | Oct. 9, 2026
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Surface Parking
Storage
Disability Access
3
$1,795 - 2,045
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
$1,695
8767-8777 #1-8 MIRA MESA BLV
San Diego, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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Cat Friendly
Disability Access
7
$1,795 - 1,995
B Street | Apartments Near Balboa Park - Studios, 1 & 2 Bedrooms
2874 B St San Diego, CA
Studio - 1 BR | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Air Conditioning
Storage
Disability Access
33
$1,650 - 2,350
64Forty
Deal
6440 El Cajon Blvd San Diego, CA
Studio - 1 BR | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Luxury
Covered Parking
Balcony/Deck/Patio
73
$1,499
6195 Montezuma Rd
San Diego, CA
4 BR | Available Now
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Heat Included
Furnished
Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Air Conditioning
20
$1,995
Arizona Towers Apartments
4055 Arizona St San Diego, CA
1 BR | Sep. 9, 2026
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Air Conditioning
Surface Parking
Storage
8
$1,895 - 2,120
1520 Tyler House
1520 Tyler Ave San Diego, CA
Studio | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Storage
Disability Access
17
$1,995
Cinnamon Woods Apartments
1363-1391 27th St San Diego, CA
1 BR | Sep. 6, 2026
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Air Conditioning
Storage
Disability Access
12
$1,350
2515 Curie Pl
San Diego, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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Heat Included
Furnished
Air Conditioning
Dishwasher
9
$1,725
3953-3967 Centre St
San Diego, CA
Studio | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Storage
Disability Access
33
$1,500 - 1,650
Island Flats
1.0
202 Island Ave San Diego, CA
Studio | Available Now
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Storage
Disability Access
Downtown San Diego
10
$1,800
2nd Ave Apartments
2245 2Nd Ave San Diego, CA
Studio | Aug. 26, 2026
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Disability Access
Banker's Hill
29
$1,899
Sasan Lofts
901 W Washington St San Diego, CA
Studio | Available Now
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How many cheap apartments are available in San Diego, CA on Rentable.co?

There are 518 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 109 studio cheap apartments available for rent in San Diego.

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

Rentable.co has 589 one-bedroom cheap apartments available for rent in San Diego.

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

Rentable.co has 690 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. El Cerrito
  4. Adams North
  5. Morena

Cheap Apartments 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 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 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 $3,650. Out of the 12,063 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
21
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The chart above displays the number of available cheap apartments in San Diego, CA and its surrounding cities as of August 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 30 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 August M/M % Change
San Diego, CA 21 +0.95%
El Cajon, CA 3 +0.88%
Coronado, CA 2 +1.0%
La Mesa, CA 2 +1.1%
Escondido, CA 2 +0.87%
Encinitas, CA 1 +0.6%
Lakeside, CA 1 +1.0%
Ramona, CA 1 +1.0%
San Marcos, CA 1 -1.0%
Chula Vista, CA 0 +1.8%

Looking for Cheap Apartments in San Diego?

Available cheap apartments 1,255
Top amenities Dishwasher, Balcony/Deck/Patio, In Unit Laundry, Pool, Clubhouse
Pet friendly 11
Furnished 2
1 Bedroom 13
2 Bedroom 14
3 Bedroom 17
Square footage 151 - 1,574

Where are Cheap San Diego Apartments?

Top Neighborhoods Harborview, Kearny mesa, El cerrito, Adams north, Morena
Harborview 1
Kearny Mesa 1
El Cerrito 1
Adams North 1
Morena 1
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