Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown San Diego Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $500 (51 Rentals)

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1808 Third Ave

San DiegoCA92101
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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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Vantaggio Broadway
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Vantaggio Broadway

2650 BroadwaySan Diego, CA 92102
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2525 Broadway
Studio Apartments

2525 Broadway

2525 BroadwaySan Diego, CA 92102
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563 22nd St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

563 22nd St

563 22nd StSan Diego, CA 92102
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DL Market
Studio Apartments

DL Market

1931 Market StSan Diego, CA 92102
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Lions Gate
1 Bedroom Apartments

Lions Gate

1231 25th StSan Diego, CA 92102
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La Maison
1 Bedroom Apartments

La Maison

1818 6th AveSan Diego, CA 92101
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Essex Apartments
Studio Apartments

Essex Apartments

1910 State StSan Diego, CA 92101
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Barcelona
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Barcelona

326 Juniper StSan Diego, CA 92101
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2401-2415 G St.
1 Bedroom Apartments

2401-2415 G St.

2401 G StSan Diego, CA 92102
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2627 C St
1 Bedroom Apartments

2627 C St

2627 C StSan Diego, CA 92102
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J Street Flats
Studio Apartments

J Street Flats

222 J StSan Diego, CA 92101
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233 20th St
Studio Apartments

233 20th St

233 20th StSan Diego, CA 92102
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21st
Studio Apartments

21st

1153 21st StSan Diego, CA 92102
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Maple Haus
1 Bedroom Apartments

Maple Haus

2642 5th AveSan Diego, CA 92103
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The Continental
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

The Continental

320 W Cedar StSan Diego, CA 92101
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Commercial Suites
1 Bedroom Apartments

Commercial Suites

2735 Commercial StSan Diego, CA 92113
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3145 Reynard Way
1 Bedroom Apartments

3145 Reynard Way

3145 Reynard WaySan Diego, CA 92103
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Downtown San Diego, San Diego, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Downtown San Diego Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown San Diego 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 Downtown San Diego 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$1,550
Luther Tower - 55+ Affordable CommunityStudioStudio,1BA$1,551
Horton 4th AvenueStudiosStudio,1BA$1,602
Studios435: Furnished Studios with Modern ...0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,695
Windsor ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,695
233 20th StStudio 1st FloorStudio,1BA$1,695
Redwood Terrace1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,695
The Historic Sterling in Downtown San Diego!Studio 380sf 101, 201, 301, 401Studio,1BA$1,699

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown San Diego, CA

As of April 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown San Diego area is the $3.01 price per square foot Plan O (B2C) Model at Strata in the in the Balboa Park neighborhood starting from $4,299. The second greatest value Downtown San Diego apartment is the 2476 A St Model at 2476 A St, Unit 0 starting at $3,200 with a $2.46 price per square foot in the Balboa Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown San Diego apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
StrataPlan O (B2C)2BR,2BA$3.01
2476 A St, Unit 02476 A St2BR,1BA$2.46
Pioneer – Lofts (PIOLOF)Lofts1BR,1BA$2.44
Stanton House Apartments1 bedroom, 1 bath1BR,1BA$2.82
Horton 4th Avenue1BD1BR,1BA$2.84
Villa De Oro Apartments2 bedrooms2BR,1BA$2.63
787 11th Ave, Unit 787 11th Avenue787 11th Ave2BR,1BA$2.34
Redwood Terrace1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2.19
The Eldorado ManorRemodeled Unit 1/11BR,1BA$3.07
233 20th StStudio 1st FloorStudio ,1BA$2.83

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Downtown San Diego, San Diego, CA

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals in cities across the United States including Downtown San Diego, San Diego, and the greater San Diego area. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for the best outdoor access, luxury amenities, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, family-friendliness, walking, and biking. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown San Diego Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Downtown San Diego?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Downtown San Diego is at Peachtree Inn listed at $1,062.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown San Diego Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown San Diego Apartment is $1,695 at Redwood Terrace.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown San Diego Apartment for rent?

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

What is the most affordable Downtown San Diego Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Downtown San Diego Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Pinnacle Broadway and starts from $3,875.

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