Cheap Apartments for Rent in La Jolla, CA from $1,200 (38 Rentals)

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The Pacific Lamont
1 Bedroom Apartments

The Pacific Lamont

4040 Lamont StSan Diego, CA 92109
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Casa Riviera
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Casa Riviera

3773-3777 Haines StSan Diego, CA 92109
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2166 Grand Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

2166 Grand Ave

2166 Grand AveSan Diego, CA 92109
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4117 1/2 Ingraham St.
2 Bedroom Apartments

4117 1/2 Ingraham St.

4105-4123 Ingraham StSan Diego, CA 92109
Senior Living
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Mission Bay Towers
2 Bedroom Apartments

Mission Bay Towers

4323 Mission Bay DrSan Diego, CA 92109
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The Cove PB
Studio Apartments

The Cove PB

901-919 Turquoise StSan Diego, CA 92109
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Pacific Bay Club
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Pacific Bay Club

4070 Huerfano AveSan Diego, CA 92117
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Casa Frida
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Casa Frida

1530 Chalcedony StSan Diego, CA 92109
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Pico Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Pico Apartments

4639 Pico StSan Diego, CA 92109
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Bay Palms Apartment
2 Bedroom Apartments

Bay Palms Apartment

2201-2233 Grand AveSan Diego, CA 92109
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Bahia Jewell
1 Bedroom Apartments

Bahia Jewell

4430 Jewell StSan Diego, CA 92109
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La Jolla, CA Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in La Jolla, CA

Pricing Updated: 03/20/2025

Current apartment rentals in the La Jolla, CA area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for La Jolla Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units

Cheapest Available La Jolla Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in La Jolla, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Pacific Beach Shores in the La Jolla Alta neighborhood priced from $1,704. Bay fka Bay Pointe in the Bay Park neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,853. Here is today’s list of the most affordable La Jolla apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Pacific Beach ShoresOne Bedroom One Bathroom1BR,1BA$1,704
Bay fka Bay PointeJettyStudio,1BA$1,853
Pacific Bay ClubSoledadStudio,1BA$1,880
Apartments on Cass St.StudioStudio,1BA$1,995
4702 Mission BlvdStudioStudio,1BA$2,000
Emerald Manor Apartments1br Plank Flooring & AC1BR,1BA$2,095
Terraces at Del MarStudioStudio,1BA$2,100
AVA Pacific BeachS1Studio,1BA$2,130

Best Value Apartments for Rent in La Jolla, CA

As of March 21, 2025 the best value apartment in the La Jolla area is the $3.12 price per square foot 2BR/2.0BA Model at JEWELL SREET in the in the Bay Ho neighborhood starting from $3,428. The second greatest value La Jolla apartment is the Townhouse Model at La Jollan Apartments starting at $2,700 with a $2.57 price per square foot in the Bay Ho neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for La Jolla apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
JEWELL SREET2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$3.12
La Jollan ApartmentsTownhouse2BR,1.5BA$2.57
7466 Girard Ave, Unit 7460 Ste.#57466 Girard Ave1BR,1BA$2.20
Towers at Costa VerdeRegency1BR,1BA$3.14
Emerald Manor ApartmentsBeautiful 2br Apt Home in PB2BR,1BA$2.93
La RegenciaPinnacle1BR,1BA$3.07
3021 Luna Ave2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$3.05
The Pacific at Mission Bay155111A- Renovated1BR,1BA$3.15
Bay fka Bay PointeJettyStudio ,1BA$3.09
Pacific Beach ShoresOne Bedroom One Bathroom1BR,1BA$3.14

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La Jolla Overview

If you're searching for apartments in La Jolla, you're going to find one of the friendliest neighborhoods in San Diego. La Jolla is a great place to raise a family. Or, you might want to move here because you're attending The University of California, San Diego. You could even retire here because there are lots of options for senior living apartments in La Jolla. Whatever your reason, you'll find near-perfect weather, a welcoming community, and lots to see and do close to any La Jolla apartments your pick.

Why live in La Jolla, CA?

If you love beautiful weather with lots of sunshine and outdoor activities, then you can beat living in La Jolla, CA. From a world-renowned university to breathtaking beaches, arts and culture, delicious food, a college town's nightlife—and plenty of family-friendly fun— there's something for all ages.

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Getting Around La Jolla, CA

Walk Score®

81 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

54 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

37 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap La Jolla Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in La Jolla?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in La Jolla is at Bay fka Bay Pointe listed at $1,853.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom La Jolla Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom La Jolla Apartment is $1,704 at Pacific Beach Shores.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom La Jolla Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in La Jolla is starting from $1,855 at Bay fka Bay Pointe.

What is the most affordable La Jolla Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap La Jolla Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Carmel Creek and starts from $3,949.

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