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Cheap Apartments in San Diego, CA

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$1,550
4423-4425 52nd Street
4423 52nd St San Diego, CA
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Colina Del Sol
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$1,775
515
515 Pennsylvania Ave San Diego, CA
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$1,995
Talmadge Apartments
4416 47th St San Diego, CA
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Talmadge
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$1,745
1654-64 & 3602-08 Park Blvd.
San Diego, CA
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$1,985 - 2,150
2519 Columbia St
San Diego, CA
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Park West
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$1,995 - 2,145
Imperial Terrace
5460-5468 Imperial Ave San Diego, CA
2 BR | Available Now
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Valencia Park
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$1,775 - 1,895
Nightingale Apartments
4175 Bachman Pl San Diego, CA
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$1,945
Lincoln Corner
3151-3169 Lincoln Ave San Diego, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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$1,795
1402 1408 1/2 Grand Ave
San Diego, CA
Studio | Sep. 2, 2026
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$1,900
Meade Ave. 3032
3032-36 Meade Ave San Diego, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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$1,850
El Encanto Lofts
701-15 N 60th St San Diego, CA
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Encanto
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$1,725
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4438 4440 30Th St San Diego, CA
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$1,800
4475 Polk Ave Unit Unit
San Diego, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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Teralta East
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$1,750
1138 20th St Unit 1140 1/2 20th St
San Diego, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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$1,400
Tenth Avenue Apts.
743 Tenth Ave San Diego, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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Downtown San Diego
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$1,645
3150 Main Street, Unit 33
San Diego, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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$1,445
1343 C St Unit 5A
San Diego, CA
1 BR | Sep. 1, 2026
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Cortez
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$1,475
1343 C St Unit 8A
San Diego, CA
1 BR | Sep. 1, 2026
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$1,695
Gary St Unit 1
San Diego, CA
Studio | Sep. 1, 2026
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College East
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$1,695
R4250
4250 Swift Ave San Diego, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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Corridor
3
$1,750
Villa West Apartments
3025 Newell St San Diego, CA
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$1,300
1611 Sombrero Way
San Diego, CA
1 BR | Aug. 20, 2026
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$2,095
4502 40th Street - 4502 40th St
San Diego, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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Normal Heights
11
$1,577
4320 44th St
San Diego, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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Teralta West
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$2,075
Penthouse Apartments | Spacious 1 & 2 Bedroom Apartments Near SDSU
6560 Montezuma Rd #224 San Diego, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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College East
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$1,650
Las Dos Palmas
2707 Highland Ave San Diego, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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Swan Canyon
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$1,795
Coronado Manor
1560 Coronado Ave San Diego, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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$1,450 - 1,795
Wla 509 Park
509 Park Blvd San Diego, CA
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$1,995
Euclid
3834-3840 Euclid Ave San Diego, CA
2 BR | Available Now
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Teralta East
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$1,795
4455-59 1/2 Dawson Ave
San Diego, CA
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Colina Del Sol
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Frequently Asked Questions

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 79 studio cheap apartments available for rent in San Diego.

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

Rentable.co has 584 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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