Cheap Apartments for Rent in the La Alameda Neighborhood of El Cajon, CA from $1,200 (10 Rentals)
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in La Alameda?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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La Alameda Studio Apartments | $1,483 | $1,475 | $1,540 |
La Alameda 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,877 | $1,625 | $2,246 |
La Alameda 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,334 | $1,950 | $2,637 |
La Alameda 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,932 | $2,495 | $3,400 |
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Cheapest Available La Alameda Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the La Alameda area of San Diego, CA is a Studio unit found at Vista Oaks priced from $1,475. Terre at Lexi has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,481. Here are the most affordable La Alameda apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Vista Oaks | 0+1S | Studio,1BA | $1,475 |
Terre at Lexi | Birch | 1BR,1BA | $1,481 |
Casa Tierra Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,695 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in La Alameda, CA
As of March 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the La Alameda area is the $2.52 price per square foot Redwood Model at Terre at Lexi in the in the La Alameda neighborhood starting from $2,767. The second greatest value La Alameda apartment is the 3x2R Model at Garden Park starting at $3,175 with a $3.02 price per square foot in the La Alameda neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for La Alameda apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Terre at Lexi | Redwood | 3BR,2BA | $2.52 |
Garden Park | 3x2R | 3BR,2BA | $3.02 |
Mollison Garden Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.29 |
Casa Tierra Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.34 |
Terre at Mollison | Palm | 1BR,1BA | $2.73 |
Shady Terrace | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.56 |
Anniversary Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.61 |
ALTA | Summit | 1BR,1BA | $2.79 |
Villa Capri Apartment *$500 Off* | One Bed One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.81 |
Terre at Madison | Linden | 1BR,1BA | $3.28 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap La Alameda Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in La Alameda?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in La Alameda is at Vista Oaks listed at $1,475.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom La Alameda Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom La Alameda Apartment is $1,481 at Terre at Lexi.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom La Alameda Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in La Alameda is starting from $1,950 at Mollison Garden Apartments.
What is the most affordable La Alameda Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap La Alameda Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Terre at Lexi and starts from $2,767.
Expert Rental Resources
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