
Cheap Homes for Rent in Cortez Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $2,100 (3 Rentals)
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Cortez, San Diego, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Cortez?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cortez 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,248 | $2,995 | $3,450 |
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There are currently 3 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Cortez Neighborhood of San Diego, CA.
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Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cortez, CA
As of April 18, 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. |
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ALX | PH2 | 3BR,3BA | $4.58 |
Pinnacle on The Park | PINNACLE ON THE PARK 2F | 2BR,2BA | $3.99 |
Loft2015 Apartments | Cosmopolitan-Flat | 2BR,1BA | $3.38 |
Diega | B2 | 1BR,1BA | $5.51 |
The Wyatt Makers Quarter | SE | Studio ,1BA | $4.65 |
Gema | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $4.02 |
Vera Cortez Hill | S1 (Premium) | Studio ,1BA | $3.46 |
1822 | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $3.74 |
Stanza Little Italy | B | Studio ,1BA | $4.75 |
Luther Tower - 55+ Affordable Community | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.98 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cortez
What type of rentals are currently available in Cortez?
There are currently 81 Apartments for Rent in Cortez, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,495 to $23,448. There are also 11 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Cortez ranging from $2,149 to $3,450.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Cortez?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Cortez ranges from $2,149 to $3,450 with an average monthly rent of $2,912.
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