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Cheap Apartments in San Diego, CA

331 - 360 of 512 Results
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$1,825
1713 Madison Ave
San Diego, CA
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Cat Friendly
Storage
5
$1,252
7844 Paradise Valley Rd
San Diego, CA
3 BR | Ask for Availability
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$1,980
6333 College Grove Way
San Diego, CA
2 BR | Available Now
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1
$1,250 - 1,495
San Diego
San St San Diego, CA
2 BR | Aug. 15, 2026
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Fitness Center
Storage
Disability Access
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Pool
1
$1,950
1518-1540 ROSECRANS & 3015-3025 INGELOW STREET
San Diego, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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Fleet Ridge
1
$1,850
2164 Albatross St
San Diego, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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Banker's Hill
1
$1,795
Charming Studio With Private Outdoor Space In Quiet Del Cerro Neighborhood
5595 Hamill Ave San Diego, CA
Studio | Aug. 1, 2026
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1
$1,995
4621 32nd St
San Diego, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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Adams North
1
$1,999
Sicard
534-550 Sicard St San Diego, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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Dishwasher
1
$1,645
7821 Linda Vista Rd
San Diego, CA
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1
$1,499 - 1,850
Nerny Apartments
1721 4th Ave- 402 Date St San Diego, CA
Studio - 1 BR | Available Now
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Cortez
1
$1,550
2855-2865 A St
San Diego, CA
Studio | Available Now
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$1,795
1 Bedroom 1 Bath In Kensington
4118 Adams Ave San Diego, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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Balcony/Deck/Patio
Adams North
1
$1,640
4472 & 4484 Felton St
San Diego, CA
Studio | Jul. 8, 2026
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Normal Heights
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$1,695
Charming 1-bed/1-bath Unit One Block From The Heart Of Barrio Logan! $1000 Deposit!
2206 Julian Ave San Diego, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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$2,100
1484 38th St
San Diego, CA
2 BR | Jul. 25, 2026
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Dishwasher
Fairmont Park
1
$1,499
711 61st St
711 61st St San Diego, CA
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Encanto
0
$1,845
Charming 1X In Historic Old Town! Beautiful Original Hardwood Floors + Prime Location
2515 1/2 B Congress St San Diego, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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Cat Friendly
1
$1,550 - 1,699
Cc 14th
1028 14th St San Diego, CA
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Dishwasher
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$2,095
3810-3818 50th St
3810 50th St San Diego, CA
2 BR | Available Now
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Colina Del Sol
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$1,850
Move In Special!! $1000 Off 1st Month's Rent!!
4547 Utah St #4 San Diego, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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1
$1,725
4251 Marlborough Ave
San Diego, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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Teralta West
1
$1,875
1739 Sunset Cliffs Blvd
San Diego, CA
Studio | Aug. 10, 2026
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
1
$1,999
5020 Wightman St
San Diego, CA
2 BR | Available Now
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Cat Friendly
Colina Del Sol
1
$1,795
$500 Move In Special! (must Move In By 7/4/26). 3rd Floor Studio In Mission Valley! Beautiful Vinyl Flooring Throughout/ 1 Prkg Space/ Mission Valley/ Fashion Valley!
1621 Hotel Cir #e329 S San Diego, CA
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Fitness Center
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Mission Valley West
1
$1,850
4230 36th St
San Diego, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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Corridor
1
$1,795
3947-3959 3rd Ave
San Diego, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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$1,650 - 2,100
Moore Place
2254 Moore St San Diego, CA
Studio - 1 BR | Available Now
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$2,095
Bf Mississippi
3926-3932 Mississippi St San Diego, CA
1 BR | Jul. 17, 2026
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$2,000
Comfortable, Convenient Living In Premier Mission Valley Complex
6366 Rancho Mission Rd Unit 808 San Diego, CA
1 BR | Jul. 10, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions

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

There are 512 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 $180.

How many studio cheap apartments are available in San Diego?

Rentable.co has 77 studio cheap apartments available for rent in San Diego.

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

Rentable.co has 597 one-bedroom cheap apartments available for rent in San Diego.

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

Rentable.co has 619 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 $7,000.

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

  1. Harborview
  2. Kearny Mesa
  3. Mission Beach
  4. Teralta East
  5. Adams North

Cheap Apartments in San Diego, CA: July Rental Information

Welcome to the July 2026 San Diego Apartment Report. In this assessment of the local rental market, Rentable data scientists and rental experts break down the July 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
This month, the typical cost to rent a one-bedroom apartment in San Diego stands at $2,500, with the majority falling between $1,720 and $3,600. Out of the 11,843 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
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The chart above displays the number of available cheap apartments in San Diego, CA and its surrounding cities as of July 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 33 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 July M/M % Change
San Diego, CA 20 +0.89%
El Cajon, CA 3 +0.79%
Coronado, CA 2 +1.13%
La Mesa, CA 2 +1.17%
Escondido, CA 1 +1.0%
Lakeside, CA 1 +1.0%
Ramona, CA 1 +1.0%
Chula Vista, CA 1 +1.0%
Encinitas, CA 1 -0.5%
Imperial Beach, CA 0 +1.5%

Looking for Cheap Apartments in San Diego?

Available cheap apartments 1,517
Top amenities Fitness Center, Dishwasher, Balcony/Deck/Patio, Pool, Clubhouse
Pet friendly 13
Furnished 2
1 Bedroom 23
2 Bedroom 26
3 Bedroom 22
Square footage 152 - 1,539

Where are Cheap San Diego Apartments?

Top Neighborhoods Harborview, Kearny mesa, Mission beach, Teralta east, Adams north
Harborview 1
Kearny Mesa 1
Mission Beach 1
Teralta East 1
Adams North 1
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