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  • 2 bd $2,358+
    3 bd $3,643+
    Total monthly cost
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    Canyon Rim Apartments

    10845 Via Los Narcisos, San Diego, CA 92129
    Apply online • Patio/Balcony • Laundry Facilities
  • Rent specials 25 units available
    1 bd $2,373+
    2 bd $2,875+
    Total monthly cost
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    The Casas

    5.0 (1)
    10802 Camino Ruiz B, San Diego, CA 92126
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Parking
  • Rent specials New Units Available
    Studio $2,388+
    1 bd $2,557+
    2 bd $3,633+
    Total monthly cost
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    Bowen Apartments

    3280 Barnett Ave., San Diego, CA 92110
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Fitness center
  • Rent specials New Units Available
    Studio $2,448+
    1 bd $3,096+
    2 bd $3,467+
    Total monthly cost
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    K1 Apartments

    4.5 (43)
    330 13Th Street, San Diego, CA 92101
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Patio/Balcony
  • Only 2 units left
    2 bd $2,500
    Base rent
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    Mission Gorge Rd & Conestoga Way Homes

    3.5 (9)
    7601-7617 Mission Gorge & 7669-7679 Conestoga Wy, San Diego, CA 92120
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    Studio $2,640+
    1 bd $2,512
    2 bd $3,600+
    Base rent
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    The Vive Collection

    8725 Ariva Court, San Diego, CA 92123
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Parking
  • New Units Available 22 units available
    1 bd $2,515+
    Base rent
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    Mirada At La Jolla Colony Apartments

    4.5 (39)
    7568 Charmant Drive, San Diego, CA 92122
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Parking
  • New Units Available 10 units available
    2 bd $2,584+
    Total monthly cost
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    The Landing At Ocean View Hills

    4.0 (34)
    455 Dennery Rd, San Diego, CA 92154
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Parking
  • Rent specials New Units Available
    1 bd $2,653+
    2 bd $3,021+
    Base rent
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    The Promenade Rio Vista Apartments

    4.0 (20)
    2185 Station Village Way, San Diego, CA 92108
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Fitness center
  • Rent specials New Units Available
    1 bd $2,656+
    2 bd $3,441+
    Base rent
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    Veranda La Jolla

    3.0 (5)
    3845 Nobel Drive, San Diego, CA 92122
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Parking
  • Rent specials New Units Available
    1 bd $2,676+
    2 bd $3,153+
    Base rent
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    Domain San Diego

    4.0 (25)
    8798 Spectrum Center Blvd., San Diego, CA 92123
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Parking
  • Only 3 units left
    1 bd $2,230
    2 bd $2,685+
    Base rent
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    Mesa Village Apartments

    4.5 (22)
    11355 Zapata Ave., San Diego, CA 92126
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Pool
  • New Units Available 64 units available
    1 bd $2,742+
    2 bd $3,390+
    3 bd $4,698+
    Base rent
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    West Park

    4.5 (25)
    7777 Westside Drive, Suite 118, San Diego, CA 92108
    Apply online • Pet friendly • In unit laundry
  • 1 bd $2,796+
    2 bd $3,085+
    Base rent
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    Apex Mission Valley

    4.0 (27)
    7084 FRIARS RD., San Diego, CA 92108
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Parking
  • Studio $2,819
    1 bd $3,200
    2 bd $4,025
    Total monthly cost
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    Monroe

    3090 Polk Avenue, San Diego, CA 92104
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Parking
  • Rent specials
    2 bd $3,350
    Base rent
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    Indiana Street Apartments

    3634-40 Indiana St, San Diego, CA 92103
    Pet friendly • In unit laundry • Dishwasher
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    Esprit Villas

    4.0 (30)
    9830 Reagan Road, San Diego, CA 92126
    Pet friendly
  • 2 bd $1,950
    Base rent
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    244 50th Street

    244 50Th Street, San Diego, CA 92102
    Pet friendly • Hardwood Floors • Laundry Facilities
  • 2 bd $2,095
    Base rent
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    5344 Rex Avenue

    5344 Rex Avenue, San Diego, CA 92105
    Pet friendly
  • 1 bd $2,050+
    2 bd $1,795
    Base rent
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    2470-2478 B Street

    4.0 (10)
    2470-2478 B Street LLC, San Diego, CA 92102
    Pet friendly
  • Ask for pricing
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    2621 Highland Avenue

    2621 Highland Avenue, San Diego, CA 92105
    Pet friendly
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    2615 44th Street

    3.0 (1)
    2615 44Th Street, San Diego, CA 92105
    Pet friendly • Dishwasher
  • Rent specials
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    View

    6650 Doriana St, San Diego, CA 92139
    Pet friendly • Pool • Hardwood Floors
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    Bay

    3866 Ingraham St, San Diego, CA 92109
    Pet friendly • Fitness center • In unit laundry
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    Palms

    5.0 (1)
    3235 Armstrong St, San Diego, CA 92111
    Pet friendly • Pool • Dishwasher
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    Income restricted
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    Paseo At COMM22

    3.5 (3)
    2325 Commercial St., San Diego, CA 92113
    Dishwasher • Air conditioner • Laundry Facilities
  • 1 bd $1,300
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    1611 Sombrero Way

    1611 Sombrero Way, San Diego, CA 92154
    Pool • In unit laundry • Air conditioner
  • 1 bd $1,325
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    1343 C St, Unit 5D

    1343 C St, San Diego, CA 92101
    Dishwasher
  • 1 bd $1,475
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    1343 C St, Unit 4B

    1343 C St, San Diego, CA 92101
    Patio/Balcony
  • 2 bd $1,475
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    11785 Stoney Peak Dr, Unit 722

    11785 Stoney Peak Dr, San Diego, CA 92128
    Pool • In unit laundry • Patio/Balcony
  • 1 bd $1,495
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    1343 C St, Unit 5B

    1343 C St, San Diego, CA 92101
    Dishwasher • Patio/Balcony • Air conditioner
  • 4 bd $1,495
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    1343 C St, Unit 9 / 9A

    1343 C St, San Diego, CA 92101
    Dishwasher
  • 85-0-city
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Frequently asked questions

What is the price of a cheap apartment in San Diego, CA?

The price range of a cheap apartment is between $1,300 and $10,550.

How many cheap rentals are available in San Diego, CA on RentCafe?

There are 1165 cheap rentals available on RentCafe. Prices and availability in San Diego, CA were last updated on 24 Oct 2026.

What is the average size of a cheap apartment in San Diego, CA?

The average San Diego, CA cheap apartment size is 771 sq. ft.

What are the advantages of renting a cheap apartment in San Diego, CA?

Cheap apartments in San Diego, CA are usually less expensive, smaller, and easier to maintain. They also come with lower utility costs.

What are the downsides of renting a cheap apartment in San Diego, CA?

A cheap apartment in San Diego, CA offers little storage space and fewer amenities compared to other apartments.