Cheap Homes for Rent in Central San Diego Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $1,800 (5 Rentals)

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Cheapest Available Central San Diego Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Central San Diego area of San Diego, CA is a Studio unit found at 233 20th St priced from $1,695. Golden Glen Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,875. Here are the most affordable Central San Diego apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
233 20th StStudio 1st FloorStudio,1BA$1,695
Golden Glen Apartments1 bed1BR,1BA$1,875
Bridgeview Apartments1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$1,950

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central San Diego, CA

As of April 09, 2025 the best value apartment in the Central San Diego area is the $2.57 price per square foot 3x2 Model at South Park Place in the in the Balboa Park neighborhood starting from $3,895. The second greatest value Central San Diego apartment is the 2476 A St Model at 2476 A St, Unit 0 starting at $3,200 with a $2.46 price per square foot in the Balboa Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Central San Diego apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
South Park Place3x23BR,2BA$2.57
2476 A St, Unit 02476 A St2BR,1BA$2.46
3093 Broadway2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$3.09
2427 34th St, Unit Miracle on 34th Street2427 34th St1BR,1BA$3.56
The Irving109, 200, 201, 203, 205, 209, 300, 301, 303, 30...2BR,2BA$3.37
954-962 23rd St2/1 Downstairs2BR,1BA$3.47
Golden Glen Apartments1 bed1BR,1BA$2.68
The Eldorado ManorRemodeled Unit 1/11BR,1BA$3.07
233 20th StStudio 1st FloorStudio ,1BA$2.83
Bridgeview Apartments1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$3.55

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Frequently Asked Questions about Central San Diego

What type of rentals are currently available in Central San Diego?

There are currently 523 Apartments for Rent in Central San Diego, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,695 to $12,689. There are also 26 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Central San Diego ranging from $1,850 to $5,450.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Central San Diego?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Central San Diego ranges from $1,850 to $5,450 with an average monthly rent of $3,363.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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