Cheap Homes for Rent in Carmel Valley Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $1,600 (13 Rentals)

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Carmel Valley, San Diego, CA Local Guide

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 $2,418. Torrey Ridge Apartment Homes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,590. Here are the most affordable Carmel Valley apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The CasasC 765 SF Mira Crest Casa Capricorn1BR,1BA$2,418
Torrey Ridge Apartment HomesPlan 1041BR,1BA$2,590
The Club Torrey PinesA11BR,1BA$2,687
Torrey Hills Apartment HomesPlan 1011BR,1BA$2,745
IMT Sorrento ValleyA11BR,1BA$2,795

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Carmel Valley, CA

As of May 17, 2025 the best value apartment in the Carmel Valley area is the $3.41 price per square foot Cadiz Model at Torrey Gardens in the in the Carmel Valley neighborhood starting from $4,345. The second greatest value Carmel Valley apartment is the B2R Model at Signature Point starting at $4,777 with a $4.15 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Torrey GardensCadiz3BR,2BA$3.41
Signature PointB2R2BR,2BA$4.15
Ocean AirB1.B2 2x22BR,2BA$3.49
Carmel CreekAzra1BR,1BA$3.45
Del Mar RidgePinnacle1BR,1BA$3.34
AlturaA3 1x11BR,1BA$3.88
Torrey Villas Apartment HomesPlan 21BR,1BA$3.72
The CasasC 765 SF Mira Crest Casa Capricorn1BR,1BA$3.16
FoliaOne Bedroom A11BR,1BA$4.41
IMT Sorrento ValleyA11BR,1BA$4.33

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Frequently Asked Questions about Carmel Valley

What type of rentals are currently available in Carmel Valley?

There are currently 40 Apartments for Rent in Carmel Valley, CA with pricing that ranges from $2,418 to $10,410. There are also 63 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Carmel Valley ranging from $1,610 to $40,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Carmel Valley?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Carmel Valley ranges from $1,610 to $40,000 with an average monthly rent of $8,437.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Carmel Valley?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Carmel Valley range from $4,086 to $8,468, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $3,550 to $6,995. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $4,990 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $6,995.

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