
Cheap Homes for Rent in Central San Diego Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $1,800 (5 Rentals)
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Central San Diego?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Central San Diego 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,011 | $1,995 | $4,880 |
Central San Diego 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,225 | $3,000 | $5,450 |
Browse Homes for Rent in this Neighborhood
There are currently 5 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Central San Diego Neighborhood of San Diego, CA.
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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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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233 20th St | Studio 1st Floor | Studio,1BA | $1,695 |
Golden Glen Apartments | 1 bed | 1BR,1BA | $1,875 |
Bridgeview Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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South Park Place | 3x2 | 3BR,2BA | $2.57 |
2476 A St, Unit 0 | 2476 A St | 2BR,1BA | $2.46 |
3093 Broadway | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $3.09 |
2427 34th St, Unit Miracle on 34th Street | 2427 34th St | 1BR,1BA | $3.56 |
The Irving | 109, 200, 201, 203, 205, 209, 300, 301, 303, 30... | 2BR,2BA | $3.37 |
954-962 23rd St | 2/1 Downstairs | 2BR,1BA | $3.47 |
Golden Glen Apartments | 1 bed | 1BR,1BA | $2.68 |
The Eldorado Manor | Remodeled Unit 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.07 |
233 20th St | Studio 1st Floor | Studio ,1BA | $2.83 |
Bridgeview Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,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.

Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money
Written by: Amber Kanuckel
With the rising costs of housing, a lot of renters are asking this question: Is it possible to opt out of various amenities that your rental property offers so that you can avoid paying the fees.

Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Often, in the excitement of finding a new place to live, there’s a rush to make it happen, and - too often - a new tenant signs a lease without reading it carefully.

Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting
Written by: Andrea Lee Negroni, JD
While many apartment buildings are “no smoking” properties, it’s hard to know exactly how many. In 2017, the National Apartment Association reported more than half of rental properties had smoke free policies.

How Your Move-In Inspection Can Protect Your Security Deposit
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
If you’re anything like most people, housing costs represent a huge chunk of your monthly budget. On top of that, moving can be both a stressful and expensive affair.