
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Carmel Valley Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $1,900 (11 Rentals)
Cheap Apartments in the Carmel Valley area of San Diego.


12291 Carmel Vista Rd, Unit Serenne

The Casas
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Carmel Valley, San Diego, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Carmel Valley?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Carmel Valley Studio Apartments | $3,309 | $3,211 | $3,407 |
Carmel Valley 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,499 | $2,630 | $6,060 |
Carmel Valley 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,662 | $2,685 | $10,000+ |
Carmel Valley 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,015 | $4,136 | $8,468 |
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There are currently 11 rentals with your search options within a 3 mile radius of the Carmel Valley Neighborhood of San Diego, CA.
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Cheapest Available Carmel Valley Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Carmel Valley area of San Diego, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at The Casas priced from $2,266. Torrey Hills Apartment Homes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,630. Here are the most affordable Carmel Valley apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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The Casas | A 588 SF Capricorn Square | 1BR,1BA | $2,266 |
Torrey Hills Apartment Homes | Plan 100 | 1BR,1BA | $2,630 |
The Club Torrey Pines | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,687 |
Torrey Ridge Apartment Homes | Plan 103 | 1BR,1BA | $2,945 |
IMT Sorrento Valley | B1UPGRADE | 2BR,1BA | $2,970 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Carmel Valley, CA
As of May 03, 2025 the best value apartment in the Carmel Valley area is the $2.91 price per square foot C4 3x3.5 Plus Loft Model at Ocean Air in the in the Carmel Valley neighborhood starting from $4,744. The second greatest value Carmel Valley apartment is the Plan 7 Model at Torrey Villas Apartment Homes starting at $5,060 with a $3.71 price per square foot in the Torrey Hills neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Carmel Valley apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Ocean Air | C4 3x3.5 Plus Loft | 3BR,3.5BA | $2.91 |
Torrey Villas Apartment Homes | Plan 7 | 2BR,2BA | $3.71 |
Torrey Gardens | Cadiz | 3BR,2BA | $3.37 |
Signature Point | B2R | 2BR,2BA | $4.15 |
Carmel Creek | Azra | 1BR,1BA | $3.50 |
Del Mar Ridge | Pinnacle | 1BR,1BA | $3.40 |
Altura | A3 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.85 |
IMT Sorrento Valley | B1UPGRADE | 2BR,1BA | $3.87 |
Folia | One Bedroom A1 | 1BR,1BA | $4.35 |
The Casas | A 588 SF Capricorn Square | 1BR,1BA | $3.85 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleCarmel Valley, San Diego, CA
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.0Pet Friendly
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Getting Around the Carmel Valley Neighborhood in San Diego, CA
Walk Score®
50 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
45 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
1 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
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- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Carmel Valley Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Carmel Valley Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Carmel Valley Apartment is $2,266 at The Casas.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Carmel Valley Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Carmel Valley is starting from $2,699 at The Casas.
What is the most affordable Carmel Valley Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Carmel Valley Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Del Mar Ridge and starts from $4,136.
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