Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Core-columbia Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $500 (45 Rentals)

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Cheap Apartments in the Core-columbia area of San Diego.

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950 Ninth Ave

San DiegoCA92101

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CCBA Senior Garden
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

CCBA Senior Garden

438 3rd AveSan Diego, CA 92101
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14th Street
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

14th Street

1028 14th StSan Diego, CA 92101
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Living Q
Studio Apartments

Living Q

1903-1911 K StSan Diego, CA 92102
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Park 12 Podium
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Park 12 Podium

202 Park BlvdSan Diego, CA 92101

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DL Market
Studio Apartments

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1931 Market StSan Diego, CA 92102
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Essex Apartments
Studio Apartments

Essex Apartments

1910 State StSan Diego, CA 92101
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La Maison
1 Bedroom Apartments

La Maison

1818 6th AveSan Diego, CA 92101
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Barcelona
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Barcelona

326 Juniper StSan Diego, CA 92101
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J Street Flats
Studio Apartments

J Street Flats

222 J StSan Diego, CA 92101
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2311 4th Ave
Studio Apartments

2311 4th Ave

2311 4th AveSan Diego, CA 92101
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The Continental
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

The Continental

320 W Cedar StSan Diego, CA 92101
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Vera Cortez Hill
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Vera Cortez Hill

1399 Ninth AveSan Diego, CA 92101
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Core-columbia, San Diego, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Core-columbia Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Core-columbia area of San Diego, CA is a Studio unit found at Peachtree Inn priced from $1,062. Vantaggio Little Italy has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,450. Here are the most affordable Core-columbia apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Peachtree InnStandardStudio,1BA$1,062
Vantaggio Little ItalySmall full size bedStudio,1BA$1,450
WLA Windsor0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,500
WLA 509 Park0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,550
Luther Tower - 55+ Affordable CommunityStudioStudio,1BA$1,551
Windsor ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,595
Studios435: Furnished Studios0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,615
900 F StreetStudioStudio,1BA$1,683
2311 4th Ave0/1Studio,1BA$1,700
Island FlatsIsland Flats - APPLICATION WAITING LIST!Studio,1BA$1,700

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Core-columbia, CA

As of May 09, 2025 the best value apartment in the Core-columbia area is the $2.82 price per square foot A1D Model at Strata in the in the Balboa Park neighborhood starting from $3,659. The second greatest value Core-columbia apartment is the Large 2 Bed 1.5 Bath Model at Koll Center starting at $2,850 with a $2.71 price per square foot in the Balboa Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Core-columbia apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
StrataA1D1BR,1BA$2.82
Koll CenterLarge 2 Bed 1.5 Bath2BR,1.5BA$2.71
Greystone Lofts2/2 Loft1BR,2BA$2.62
Pioneer – Lofts (PIOLOF)Lofts1BR,1BA$2.45
Cornerstone Lofts1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2.48
Viridian LoftsOne Bedroom One Bath1BR,1BA$2.27
Pacific Vu ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.35
Horton 4th Avenue1BD1BR,1BA$2.84
Villa De Oro Apartments2 bedrooms2BR,1BA$2.63
2311 4th Ave0/1Studio ,1BA$3.08

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Core-Columbia, San Diego, CA

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Lifestyle Ratings

This website compares millions of points of data to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of neighborhoods, cities, and rental properties across California, including San Diego. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for proximity to parks, luxury housing options, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, places to raise kids, walking, and biking. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Core-columbia Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Core-columbia?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Core-columbia is at Peachtree Inn listed at $1,062.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Core-columbia Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Core-columbia Apartment is $1,950 at 900 F Street.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Core-columbia Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Core-columbia is starting from $2,100 at Villa De Oro Apartments.

What is the most affordable Core-columbia Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Core-columbia Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Pinnacle Broadway and starts from $3,885.

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