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

The price range of a cheap apartment is between $2,392 and $10,000.

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

There are 553 cheap rentals available on RentCafe. Prices and availability in University City, San Diego, CA were last updated on 4 Oct 2026.

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

The average University City, San Diego, CA cheap apartment size is 822 sq. ft.

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

Cheap apartments in University City, 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 University City, San Diego, CA?

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

Looking for a cheap apartment for rent in University City, San Diego, CA? With RentCafe, finding an affordable apartment in University City has never been easier. We feature 233 low-priced rentals directly from property managers, with rents lower than the University City, San Diego, CA average, which is currently $3,404. On RentCafe, University City rents go as low as $1,695/mo.