1556 Second Ave
San DiegoCA92101
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Cortez Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $1,200 (21 Rentals)
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Luther Tower - 55+ Affordable Community
1455 2nd AveSan Diego, CA 92101
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1808 Third Ave
San DiegoCA92101
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1573 Ninth Ave
San DiegoCA92101
2 Ash St
San DiegoCA92101
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Pinnacle on The Park
424 15th StSan Diego, CA 92101
1643 6th Ave, Unit 414
1643 6th Ave
San DiegoCA92101
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ALX
300 14th StSan Diego, CA 92101
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1551 4th Ave, Unit 712
1551 4th Ave
San DiegoCA92101
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Stanza Little Italy
310 A StSan Diego, CA 92101
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The Wyatt Makers Quarter
1509 BroadwaySan Diego, CA 92101
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Diega
702 BroadwaySan Diego, CA 92101
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2015 Hancock StSan Diego, CA 92110
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Cortez, San Diego, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Cortez?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cortez Studio Apartments | $2,908 | $1,551 | $3,950 |
| Cortez 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,610 | $1,525 | $10,000+ |
| Cortez 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,598 | $2,800 | $10,000+ |
| Cortez 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,541 | $3,355 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 21 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Cortez Neighborhood of San Diego, CA.
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Cheapest Available Cortez Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Cortez area of San Diego, CA is a Studio unit found at Luther Tower - 55+ Affordable Community priced from $1,551. Windsor Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,595. Here are the most affordable Cortez apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Luther Tower - 55+ Affordable Community | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,551 |
| Windsor Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,595 |
| The Helm | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,924 |
| Vera Cortez Hill | S1 (Premium) | Studio,1BA | $2,000 |
| 1822 | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2,095 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cortez, CA
As of May 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the Cortez area is the $4.58 price per square foot PH2 Model at ALX in the in the Horton Plaza neighborhood starting from $9,347. The second greatest value Cortez apartment is the PINNACLE ON THE PARK 2F Model at Pinnacle on The Park starting at $3,690 with a $3.99 price per square foot in the Balboa Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Cortez apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| ALX | PH2 | 3BR,3BA | $4.58 |
| Pinnacle on The Park | PINNACLE ON THE PARK 2F | 2BR,2BA | $3.99 |
| Loft2015 Apartments | Allure- Townhome | 2BR,1.5BA | $3.55 |
| Stanza Little Italy | PH06 | 1BR,1BA | $5.34 |
| Diega | B11 | 1BR,1BA | $5.01 |
| The Wyatt Makers Quarter | SE | Studio ,1BA | $4.59 |
| Gema | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $4.26 |
| Vera Cortez Hill | S1 (Premium) | Studio ,1BA | $3.51 |
| 1822 | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $3.74 |
| Luther Tower - 55+ Affordable Community | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.98 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleCortez, San Diego, CA
Ranked #55
Among neighborhoods in San Diego, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
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2.5Pet Friendly
Getting Around the Cortez Neighborhood in San Diego, CA
Walk Score®
97 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
59 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
79 / 100
Excellent Transit
Transit is convenient for most trips
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
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- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Cortez Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Cortez?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Cortez is at Luther Tower - 55+ Affordable Community listed at $1,551.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Cortez Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Cortez Apartment is $2,095 at 1822.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Cortez Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Cortez is starting from $2,800 at Loft2015 Apartments.
What is the most affordable Cortez Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Cortez Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Pinnacle on The Park and starts from $4,605.
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