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Cheap Apartments in San Diego, CA

91 - 120 of 517 Results
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$1,995
The Belmont
4.0
4812 70th St San Diego, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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Air Conditioning
Surface Parking
Storage
42
$2,068
Griffis East Village
Deal
688 13th St San Diego, CA
Studio | Aug. 1, 2026
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Cat Friendly
Air Conditioning
In Unit Laundry
Balcony/Deck/Patio
17
$2,075
City Villas Apartments
Deal
845 16th St San Diego, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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Covered Parking
Balcony/Deck/Patio
16
$ Ask - 4,615
Mira Bella
3455 Kearny Villa Rd San Diego, CA
2 - 3 BR | Available Now
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69
$1,499
6195 Montezuma Rd
San Diego, CA
4 BR | Available Now
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75
$1,710 - 1,985
Framework
805 13th St San Diego, CA
Studio | Available Now
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18
$1,050
5059 Alumni Pl
San Diego, CA
5 BR | Available Now
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College East
42
$2,031
AVA Pacific Beach
5.0
3883 Ingraham St San Diego, CA
Studio | Jul. 14, 2026
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Luxury
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14
$1,945
Elan Loma Highlands
Deal
3.3
2185 Chatsworth Boulevard San Diego, CA
Studio | Available Now
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11
$1,925 - 2,050
North Park Nest
4233 Kansas St San Diego, CA
Studio | Jul. 10, 2026
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11
$1,795 - 1,900
Talmadge Villas
4461 Menlo Avenue San Diego, CA
2 BR | Available Now
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Talmadge
13
$1,925
Rancho Bonita
6909 Alcona St San Diego, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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Air Conditioning
Covered Parking
Pool
10
$1,800
Welcome To The Egyptian, One Of Hillcrest?s Most Distinctive Concrete
3812 Park Blvd Unit 412 San Diego, CA
1 BR | Ask for Availability
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30
$ Ask - 2,754
Promenade Rio Vista
2185 Station Village Way San Diego, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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Luxury
Section 8
Air Conditioning
11
$1,695
3826 Winona Ave, Contemporary Upgrades And Off-street Parking
3826 Winona Ave San Diego, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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Surface Parking
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Colina Del Sol
12
$1,954 - 2,100
Terra At Mission Trails
7707 Mission Gorge Rd San Diego, CA
Studio | Available Now
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Section 8
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Disability Access
15
$1,575 - 1,895
Studios435: Furnished Studios With Modern Esthetic
435 13th St San Diego, CA
Studio | Available Now
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7
$1,650
Pacific Palms
5109-5139 Clairemont Mesa Blvd San Diego, CA
Studio | Jul. 10, 2026
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Air Conditioning
Surface Parking
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Disability Access
6
$1,850
You Are Here Golden Hill
811 25th St San Diego, CA
Studio | Available Now
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Disability Access
6
$1,895 - 1,945
Nok Nok North Park
4384 Hamilton St San Diego, CA
Studio | Jul. 11, 2026
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Storage
8
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$1,895
Arroyo Vista | Gated Apartments In San Diego With Modern Interiors
475-487 S Meadowbrook Dr San Diego, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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31
$1,500 - 1,700
J Street Flats
222 J St San Diego, CA
Studio | Available Now
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Disability Access
Downtown San Diego
8
$2,095
428C – Lofts
428 C St San Diego, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
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Disability Access
Downtown San Diego
6
$1,995
C30
1102-1114 30th St San Diego, CA
Studio | Jul. 10, 2026
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4
$1,595 - 1,645
Redwood Terrace
225 Redwood St San Diego, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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12
$1,500
Charming First-floor Condo With Private Patio & Community Pool
3556 Sunset Ln Unit 36 San Diego, CA
1 BR | Ask for Availability
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10
$1,900
Broadway Lofts
2850 Broadway San Diego, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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Grant Hill
8
$1,650
Ut4177
4177 4187 Utah St San Diego, CA
Studio | Available Now
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Disability Access
36
$699 - 2,070
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Fifty Twenty-Five
4.0
5025 Collwood Boulevard San Diego, CA
Studio - 4 BR | Available Now
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Furnished
Student
Covered Parking
College West
31
$1,650 - 1,870
Ezabelle Apartments San Diego
454 13th St San Diego, CA
Studio | Available Now
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Frequently Asked Questions

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

There are 517 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, 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
20
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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