
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the College West Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $800 (8 Rentals)
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in College West?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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College West Studio Apartments | $2,126 | $1,595 | $2,976 |
College West 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,839 | $1,595 | $5,505 |
College West 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,288 | $855 | $6,670 |
College West 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,967 | $1,169 | $8,065 |
College West 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,610 | $850 | $5,195 |
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There are currently 8 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the College West Neighborhood of San Diego, CA.
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Cheapest Available College West Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the College West area of San Diego, CA is a 2 Beds unit found at Union Grantville priced from $1,595. College View has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 4 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,890. Here are the most affordable College West apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Union Grantville | B10 | 2BR,2BA | $1,595 |
College View | 4x4-F | 4BR,4BA | $1,890 |
PR Talmadge Apartments | 1x1 Pelican Point Upgrade | 1BR,1BA | $1,995 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in College West, CA
As of February 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the College West area is the $2.46 price per square foot 2/2.5 Model at 4535-4537 52nd St. in the in the College West neighborhood starting from $2,999. The second greatest value College West apartment is the B1 Model at IMT Mission Valley starting at $3,090 with a $2.83 price per square foot in the College West neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for College West apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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4535-4537 52nd St. | 2/2.5 | 2BR,2.5BA | $2.46 |
IMT Mission Valley | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $2.83 |
Talmadge Canyon Park | Plan 1 | 2BR,2BA | $2.85 |
4473 Menlo Ave, Unit K | 4473 Menlo Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.61 |
4857 College Ave, Unit 20 | 4857 College Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.82 |
4516-4540 60th Street | 2/2 | 2BR,2BA | $3.04 |
5831 Adelaide Ave, Unit CONDO | 5831 Adelaide Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.67 |
Prado | The Essex | 1BR,1BA | $2.92 |
Talmadge on 44th | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $3.14 |
PR Talmadge Apartments | 1x1 Pelican Point Upgrade | 1BR,1BA | $3.19 |
Getting Around the College West Neighborhood in San Diego, CA
Walk Score®
78 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
47 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
54 / 100
Good Transit
Many nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap College West Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in College West?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in College West is at Union Grantville listed at $1,832.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom College West Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom College West Apartment is $1,995 at PR Talmadge Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom College West Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in College West is starting from $1,595 at Union Grantville.
What is the most affordable College West Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap College West Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at College View and starts from $2,140.
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