Cheap Homes for Rent in Del Cerro Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $1,000 (22 Rentals)

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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. Union Grantville has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,595. 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
Union GrantvilleB102BR,2BA$1,595
Vista Capri East1BR's No Patio1BR,1BA$1,695
StateMinor1BR,1BA$1,803
Elan Mesa LoftsOptimoStudio,1BA$1,845

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Del Cerro, CA

As of April 14, 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$2.61
The Penthouse Apartments "Call for Specials"2+2 Plan A - REMODEL2BR,2BA$2.65
Canyon View ApartmentsB22BR,2BA$2.75
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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Frequently Asked Questions about Del Cerro

What type of rentals are currently available in Del Cerro?

There are currently 610 Apartments for Rent in Del Cerro, CA with pricing that ranges from $792 to $11,000. There are also 160 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Del Cerro ranging from $1,000 to $11,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Del Cerro?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Del Cerro ranges from $1,000 to $11,500 with an average monthly rent of $6,175.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Del Cerro?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Del Cerro range from $930 to $5,234, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $3,300 to $8,200. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $4,000 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $850.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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