
Cheap Homes for Rent in Eastern San Diego Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $1,800 (9 Rentals)
Cheap Homes in the Eastern San Diego area of San Diego.


9568 Carroll Canyon Rd

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9546 Carroll Canyon Rd

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Eastern San Diego, San Diego, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Eastern San Diego?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Eastern San Diego 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,033 | $2,350 | $4,500 |
Eastern San Diego 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,303 | $3,375 | $5,500 |
Eastern San Diego 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,937 | $4,200 | $6,000 |
Eastern San Diego 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,163 | $4,595 | $5,995 |
Browse Homes for Rent in this Neighborhood
There are currently 9 rentals with your search options within a 3 mile radius of the Eastern San Diego Neighborhood of San Diego, CA.
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Cheapest Available Eastern San Diego Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Eastern San Diego area of San Diego, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Mira Monte priced from $2,096. Oak Creek has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,170. Here are the most affordable Eastern San Diego apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Mira Monte | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,096 |
Oak Creek | 1 Bedroom/ 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,170 |
Penasquitos Point | Cerritos | 1BR,1BA | $2,174 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Eastern San Diego, CA
As of May 02, 2025 the best value apartment in the Eastern San Diego area is the $2.82 price per square foot Three Bedroom Model at Carroll Apartments in the in the Mira Mesa neighborhood starting from $3,050. The second greatest value Eastern San Diego apartment is the Laguna Model at Montierra starting at $3,258 with a $3.05 price per square foot in the Mira Mesa neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Eastern San Diego apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Carroll Apartments | Three Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $2.82 |
Montierra | Laguna | 2BR,2BA | $3.05 |
Hourglass Park Apartments | CA | 2BR,2BA | $2.65 |
Elan Scripps Terrace | Allure | 2BR,2BA | $2.65 |
Miramar Townhomes - Military Housing | Two Bedroom - MRTB2 | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.37 |
9332 Twin Trails Dr, Unit 9332 Twin Trails Dr | 9332 Twin Trails Dr | 2BR,2BA | $2.97 |
La Privada Valle Poway | 2BD/1.5BA | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.86 |
Allure at Scripps Ranch | Maple | 1BR,1BA | $3.04 |
Countryside Apartments | Sage | 1BR,1BA | $3.01 |
Penasquitos Point | Cerritos | 1BR,1BA | $2.97 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Eastern San Diego
What type of rentals are currently available in Eastern San Diego?
There are currently 108 Apartments for Rent in Eastern San Diego, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,950 to $6,010. There are also 62 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Eastern San Diego ranging from $1,895 to $6,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Eastern San Diego?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Eastern San Diego ranges from $1,895 to $6,000 with an average monthly rent of $3,924.
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