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Cheap Apartments in San Diego, CA

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3D Tour
$1,690 - 1,819
Mesa Village
Deal
5265 Clairemont Mesa Blvd San Diego, CA
Studio | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Virtual Tour
Luxury
Pool
11
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$1,360
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ROOM
Private Bedroom in Modern Point Loma Heights Home with Backyard Patio
Deal
1751 Catalina Blvd San Diego, CA
1 BR | May. 26, 2024
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Heat Included
House
In Unit Laundry
Dishwasher
15
3D Tour
$1,100 - 1,575
PER
ROOM
Private Bedroom in Spacious Point Loma Home By Liberty Station
Deal
2070 Rosecrans St San Diego, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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Heat Included
Virtual Tour
House
In Unit Laundry
Dishwasher
10
$1,450 - 1,825
The Presidio Apartments
Deal
3350 Rosecrans St San Diego, CA
Studio - 1 BR | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Air Conditioning
Surface Parking
Balcony/Deck/Patio
10
$1,995
Canyonwood Apartments
1830 Upas St San Diego, CA
1 BR | May. 10, 2024
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Air Conditioning
Surface Parking
Storage
19
3D Tour
$1,500 - 1,900
1941 Columbia
1941 Columbia San Diego, CA
Studio - 1 BR | Available Now
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Covered Parking
In Unit Laundry
Balcony/Deck/Patio
Harborview
16
$ Ask - 4,615
Mira Bella
3455 Kearny Villa Rd San Diego, CA
2 - 3 BR | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Section 8
Air Conditioning
Fitness Center
12
$1,695
4286 45th St
San Diego, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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Heat Included
Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
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Dishwasher
36
$935 - 1,179
PER
ROOM
Fifty Twenty-Five
Deal
4.0
5025 Collwood Boulevard San Diego, CA
2 - 4 BR | Aug. 21, 2024
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Furnished
Student
Covered Parking
College West
21
$1,995
Dorado Plaza
Deal
1.6
6263 Acorn St San Diego, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Air Conditioning
Fitness Center
Storage
7
$1,575 - 1,650
5074-5084 Madison Ave
San Diego, CA
Studio | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
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Air Conditioning
Talmadge
11
$1,795 - 1,900
Talmadge Villas
4461 Menlo Avenue San Diego, CA
2 BR | Available Now
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Talmadge
30
$ Ask - 1,695
Nimitz Pointe
2401 Seaside San Diego, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Balcony/Deck/Patio
Pool
14
$1,895
Elan Loma Highlands
Deal
3.3
2185 Chatsworth Boulevard San Diego, CA
Studio | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
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Balcony/Deck/Patio
Fitness Center
30
$ Ask - 2,754
Promenade Rio Vista
2185 Station Village Way San Diego, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Luxury
Section 8
Air Conditioning
11
$1,995
1067-73 Lincoln Ave
San Diego, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Storage
19
$1,899
Aeon Fourth
3750-3756 4th Ave San Diego, CA
Studio | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Storage
Disability Access
5
$1,995
Cherokee Ave
4026-32 Cherokee Ave San Diego, CA
2 BR | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Corridor
6
$1,475
2715 44th St
San Diego, CA
Studio | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Storage
Disability Access
Swan Canyon
17
$1,799
Xav Fairmount
2609-2615 Fairmount Ave San Diego, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Surface Parking
Storage
Swan Canyon
10
$1,695
919 9235 Emerald St
San Diego, CA
Studio | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Disability Access
12
$1,895
1964 5th Ave
San Diego, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Disability Access
Cortez
15
$2,000
Greystone Lofts
303-319 Market St San Diego, CA
Studio | May. 22, 2024
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Surface Parking
Storage
Disability Access
8
$1,850
2669-2673 Magnolia
2669-2673 Magnolia Ave San Diego, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Storage
Disability Access
14
$1,699 - 1,750
Xav 50th St
4138 50th St San Diego, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Surface Parking
Storage
Colina Del Sol
13
$1,599
311-313 S Pardee St
San Diego, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Surface Parking
Storage
Disability Access
10
$1,699
La Vana
2311 4th Ave San Diego, CA
Studio | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Storage
Disability Access
Banker's Hill
7
$1,999
5020 Wightman St
San Diego, CA
2 BR | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Surface Parking
Storage
Disability Access
16
$1,825
Cg - Euclid Apartments
4233 Euclid Ave San Diego, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Storage
Disability Access
Dishwasher
8
$1,995
4562 Hamilton St
San Diego, CA
2 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 387 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 25 studio cheap apartments available for rent in San Diego.

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

Rentable.co has 368 one-bedroom cheap apartments available for rent in San Diego.

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

Rentable.co has 323 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. Grant Hill
  4. El Cerrito
  5. Mt Hope

Cheap Apartments in San Diego, CA: May Rental Information

Welcome to the May 2024 San Diego Apartment Report. In this assessment of the local rental market, Rentable data scientists and rental experts break down the May 2024 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 20 40 60 80 <$1,800 $1,860 $1,980 $2,100 $2,220 $2,340 $2,460 $2,580 $2,700 $2,820 $2,940 $3,060 $3,180 $3,300 >$3,420
This month, the typical cost to rent a one-bedroom apartment in San Diego stands at $2,350, with the majority falling between $1,700 and $3,400. Out of the 7,020 one-bedroom apartments currently on the market in San Diego, 11 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
El Cajon, CA
La Mesa, CA
38
8
6
4
The chart above displays the number of available cheap apartments in San Diego, CA and its surrounding cities as of May 2024. 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 57 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 May M/M % Change
San Diego, CA 38 +0.89%
Coronado, CA 8 +1.14%
El Cajon, CA 7 +1.01%
La Mesa, CA 4 +0.92%
National City, CA 1 +0.22%
Escondido, CA 1 +0.67%
Lakeside, CA 1 +1.0%
Ramona, CA 1 +1.0%
San Marcos, CA 1 +1.0%
La Jolla, CA 1 +1.0%

Looking for Cheap Apartments in San Diego?

Available cheap apartments 724
Top amenities Dishwasher, Balcony/Deck/Patio, Refrigerator, Range / Oven, Microwave
Pet friendly 17
Utilities included 2
Furnished 2
Studio 13
1 Bedroom 12
2 Bedroom 8
Square footage 49 - 1,447

Where are Cheap San Diego Apartments?

Top Neighborhoods Harborview, Kearny mesa, Grant hill, El cerrito, Mt hope
Harborview 1
Kearny Mesa 1
Grant Hill 1
El Cerrito 1
Mt Hope 1
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