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Cheap Apartments in San Diego, CA

181 - 210 of 574 Results
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$2,150
3580 Fourth Ave
San Diego, CA
Studio | Available Now
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$1,595
2250-2252 Morley St. & 2225 E. Jewett St
San Diego, CA
Studio | Available Now
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$1,800
4609 Bancroft
4609 Bancroft St San Diego, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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Surface Parking
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Adams North
1
$1,895
Asan, Inc - 4204 Campus Ave
4204 Campus Ave San Diego, CA
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$2,050
Centre
3966 Centre St San Diego, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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Disability Access
1
$2,145
Texas
4017-4023 1/2 Texas St San Diego, CA
2 BR | Available Now
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Disability Access
1
$1,775
Euclid (saulo Trust)
3684-90 Euclid Ave San Diego, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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Fairmont Village
1
$2,095
Bancroft
4748 Bancroft St San Diego, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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Adams North
10
$1,895
Stonegate Manor
3829 Marlborough Ave San Diego, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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Teralta West
1
$1,595
The Village At Oceanview
2165 2193 Ocean View Blvd / 414 - 420 Sampson St San Diego, CA
Studio | Available Now
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$2,095
Torrance
1767 Torrance St San Diego, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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1
$2,095
Secoya Apartments
3067 5th Ave San Diego, CA
Studio | Dec. 9, 2025
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Park West
2
$1,850 - 1,900
Logan Plaza
4965 Logan Ave San Diego, CA
1 BR | Jan. 2, 2026
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Section 8
Surface Parking
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Disability Access
1
$1,695
3859 Wilson Ave
San Diego, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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Cat Friendly
Surface Parking
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Disability Access
Corridor
2
$1,900
S. 30th Street
1028 S 30Th St San Diego, CA
2 BR | Jan. 1, 2026
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Cat Friendly
1
$1,985
2502-2520 30th St
San Diego, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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Disability Access
Burlingame
1
$2,050
Summer Brook Apartments
1587 Oro Vista Rd San Diego, CA
1 BR | Dec. 14, 2025
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Cat Friendly
Surface Parking
Fitness Center
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1
$1,840
6278-92 Acorn Street & 4610-32 63rd Street
San Diego, CA
1 BR | Dec. 19, 2025
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Air Conditioning
Balcony/Deck/Patio
Storage
1
$2,045
52nd St
4316 52nd St San Diego, CA
2 BR | Available Now
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Air Conditioning
Surface Parking
Storage
Disability Access
Colina Del Sol
1
$1,895
28th
3750 28th St San Diego, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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Surface Parking
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Disability Access
Pool
1
$2,000
$2,000- 1 Bed / 1 Bath Condo Located In Mission Plaza Complex In Mission Valley
10737 San Diego Mission RD San Diego, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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Fitness Center
Storage
Pool
1
$1,795
Mfl 32nd St
512 520 32nd St San Diego, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
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Storage
Stockton
3
$1,995
The Amberjack Apartments
4740 Wilson Ave San Diego, CA
Studio | Dec. 8, 2025
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Air Conditioning
Surface Parking
Balcony/Deck/Patio
1
$1,549
Towle Ct
5101-5111 Towle Ct San Diego, CA
Studio | Available Now
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Cat Friendly
Air Conditioning
Surface Parking
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1
$1,650
Beautiful City Heights Apartment
4265 - 4275 Chamoune & 4551 - 4555 El Cajon Blvd San Diego, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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Storage
Disability Access
Dishwasher
Teralta East
27
$1,275
1343 C St Unit 5D
San Diego, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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Storage
Dishwasher
Cortez
24
$1,695
Gary St Unit 1
San Diego, CA
Studio | Available Now
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Air Conditioning
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College East
11
$2,100
Brooklyn
6327 Brooklyn Ave San Diego, CA
2 BR | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Dishwasher
Encanto
1
$2,095
4520 Marlborough Dr
San Diego, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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Disability Access
Teralta West
1
$1,900
Sea & Sand
4080 Lamont St San Diego, CA
1 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 574 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 76 studio cheap apartments available for rent in San Diego.

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

Rentable.co has 484 one-bedroom cheap apartments available for rent in San Diego.

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

Rentable.co has 574 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. Mission Valley East

Cheap Apartments in San Diego, CA: December Rental Information

Welcome to the December 2025 San Diego Apartment Report. In this assessment of the local rental market, Rentable data scientists and rental experts break down the December 2025 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 25 50 75 100 <$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 $2,500, with the majority falling between $1,700 and $3,700. Out of the 10,757 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
16
6
The chart above displays the number of available cheap apartments in San Diego, CA and its surrounding cities as of December 2025. 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 31 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 December M/M % Change
San Diego, CA 16 +1.02%
Coronado, CA 6 +1.1%
La Mesa, CA 3 +0.87%
El Cajon, CA 3 +1.11%
Escondido, CA 2 +1.0%
Chula Vista, CA 1 +1.14%
Lakeside, CA 1 +1.0%
Ramona, CA 1 +1.0%
Poway, CA 1 +0.67%
National City, CA 1 0.0%

Looking for Cheap Apartments in San Diego?

Available cheap apartments 1,252
Top amenities Fitness Center, Dishwasher, Balcony/Deck/Patio, In Unit Laundry, Clubhouse
Pet friendly 9
Furnished 2
1 Bedroom 12
2 Bedroom 11
3 Bedroom 11
Square footage 154 - 1,574

Where are Cheap San Diego Apartments?

Top Neighborhoods Harborview, Kearny mesa, Adams north, Morena, Mission valley east
Harborview 1
Kearny Mesa 1
Adams North 1
Morena 1
Mission Valley East 1
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