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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the City Heights Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $800 (22 Rentals)
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4025 Oakcrest DrSan Diego, CA 92105
3023 46th St
San DiegoCA92105
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City Heights - One of the Best Affordable Neighborhoods in San Diego
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City Heights, San Diego, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in City Heights?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| City Heights Studio Apartments | $2,567 | $1,675 | $3,459 |
| City Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,743 | $1,000 | $6,910 |
| City Heights 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,925 | $2,245 | $7,857 |
| City Heights 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,063 | $1,300 | $3,995 |
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Cheapest Available City Heights Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the City Heights area of San Diego, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at 4058 51st St priced from $1,699. 2707 Highland Ave has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,699. Here are the most affordable City Heights apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4058 51st St | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath - A | 1BR,1BA | $1,699 |
| 2707 Highland Ave | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,699 |
| 4045 47th Street | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,700 |
| SF Casa Royale | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,749 |
| 4142 44th St | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1,795 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in City Heights, CA
As of May 05, 2025 the best value apartment in the City Heights area is the $1.04 price per square foot 3635 Cherokee Ave Model at 3635 Cherokee Ave in the in the Balboa Park neighborhood starting from $1,300. The second greatest value City Heights apartment is the 2 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom Model at The Ridge Apartments starting at $2,400 with a $2.59 price per square foot in the Mt Hope neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for City Heights apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3635 Cherokee Ave | 3635 Cherokee Ave | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.04 |
| The Ridge Apartments | 2 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $2.59 |
| 4463 Home Avenue Unit 2, Unit City Heights Condo | 4463 Home Avenue Unit 2 | 2BR,1.5BA | $3.64 |
| 4068 Oakcrest Dr, Unit 3 | 4068 Oakcrest Dr | 1BR,1BA | $2.28 |
| 4058 51st St | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath - A | 1BR,1BA | $2.27 |
| Ollie North Park Lofts | The Chicago | 1BR,1BA | $3.97 |
| Lantana Hills Apartment Homes | 1 Bed 1 Bath Garage | 1BR,1BA | $3.18 |
| Parkview Terrace | 1 Bedroom & 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.90 |
| 2707 Highland Ave | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.40 |
| Pacific Cove | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.74 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap City Heights Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in City Heights?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in City Heights is at AMP30 listed at $2,495.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom City Heights Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom City Heights Apartment is $1,699 at 4058 51st St.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom City Heights Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in City Heights is starting from $2,245 at Lantana Hills Apartment Homes.
What is the most affordable City Heights Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap City Heights Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at South Park Place and starts from $3,895.
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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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Everyone needs a place to live and to call home. For decades, the federal government has established protections to ensure that individuals and families can find housing free from discriminatory barriers.