Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Del Cerro Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $700 (14 Rentals)

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The Rive San Diego
2 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

The Rive San Diego

6345 El Cajon BlvdSan Diego, CA 92115
Student Housing
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Winona Towers
1 Bedroom Apartments

Winona Towers

4544 Winona AveSan Diego, CA 92115
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4568 Altadena Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

4568 Altadena Ave

4568 Altadena AveSan Diego, CA 92115
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4781 SEMINOLE Dr
1 Bedroom Apartments

4781 SEMINOLE Dr

4781 SEMINOLE DrSan Diego, CA 92115
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4382 53rd St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

4382 53rd St

4382 53rd StSan Diego, CA 92115
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The Parkway
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

The Parkway

7546 Parkway DrLa Mesa, CA 91942
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4744 70th St
2 Bedroom Apartments

4744 70th St

4744 70th StLa Mesa, CA 91942
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Del Cerro, San Diego, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Del Cerro Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Del Cerro area of San Diego, CA is a 4 Beds unit found at The Rive San Diego priced from $855. 64 Forty has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,515. Here are the most affordable Del Cerro apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Rive San Diego4x4 B4BR,4BA$855
64 Forty1 Bedroom 50A1BR,1BA$1,515
Union GrantvilleB102BR,2BA$1,595
Vista Capri East1BR's No Patio1BR,1BA$1,695
Dorado PlazaPlan A1BR,1BA$1,840

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Del Cerro, CA

As of April 26, 2025 the best value apartment in the Del Cerro area is the $2.70 price per square foot 5 Beds, 4 baths Model at 5184 Walsh Way in the in the College West neighborhood starting from $6,200. The second greatest value Del Cerro apartment is the Plan C4 Model at The Parker starting at $4,630 with a $2.76 price per square foot in the Grantville neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Del Cerro apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
5184 Walsh Way5 Beds, 4 baths5BR,4BA$2.70
The ParkerPlan C43BR,2.5BA$2.76
Trio TownhomesA12BR,2.5BA$2.54
The Penthouse Apartments "Call for Specials"2+2 Plan A - REMODEL2BR,2BA$2.65
Topaz3x3 A3BR,3BA$2.07
Paseo Place2x2 Shared2BR,2BA$1.29
Molokai (RUBS)2 bedroom 2 bath2BR,2BA$2.45
4473 Menlo Ave, Unit O4473 Menlo Ave2BR,2BA$2.60
Latitude Apartments at Mission ValleyTwo Bedroom / Two Bath2BR,2BA$2.68
Dorchester "Call for Specials"One Bedroom One Bath1BR,1BA$2.74

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Del Cerro, San Diego, CA

Ranked #16

Among neighborhoods in San Diego, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including San Diego. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for easy access to the parks, luxury amenities, apartment complexes for the kids, raising pets, transit options, and other valuable search options. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Getting Around the Del Cerro Neighborhood in San Diego, CA

Walk Score®

47 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

29 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

39 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Del Cerro Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Del Cerro?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Del Cerro is under $1,895.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Del Cerro?

The cheapest apartment in Del Cerro is 64 Forty which is listed at $1,515, while the average apartment in Del Cerro costs $4,690.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Del Cerro?

Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 48 regular apartments in Del Cerro that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Del Cerro?

Cheap apartments in Del Cerro have an average cost of $648 which is $4,042 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Del Cerro.

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