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Terrace Gardens Apartments - Seniors 55+
3281 College PlLemon Grove, CA 91945
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Emerald Hills, San Diego, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Emerald Hills?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Emerald Hills Studio Apartments | $1,729 | $1,595 | $1,807 |
| Emerald Hills 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,885 | $768 | $2,550 |
| Emerald Hills 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,517 | $912 | $4,320 |
| Emerald Hills 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,964 | $1,037 | $4,320 |
| Emerald Hills 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,949 | $3,579 | $4,320 |
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Cheapest Available Emerald Hills Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Emerald Hills area of San Diego, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Terrace Gardens Apartments - Seniors 55+ priced from $1,400. 2707 Highland Ave has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,699. Here are the most affordable Emerald Hills apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Terrace Gardens Apartments - Seniors 55+ | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,400 |
| 2707 Highland Ave | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,699 |
| Mar at Laurel | Ripple | Studio,1BA | $1,786 |
| 4519-4533 1/2 Delta Street | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,799 |
| View | Spectacle | 1BR,1BA | $1,804 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Emerald Hills, CA
As of April 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the Emerald Hills area is the $3.09 price per square foot byvb1 Model at Bayview Hills – Military Housing in the in the Bay Terraces neighborhood starting from $3,579. The second greatest value Emerald Hills apartment is the 3/2 Model at 4388-4394 Delta Street starting at $2,645 with a $2.40 price per square foot in the Mountain View neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Emerald Hills apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bayview Hills – Military Housing | byvb1 | 2BR,1BA | $3.09 |
| 4388-4394 Delta Street | 3/2 | 3BR,2BA | $2.40 |
| Chollas Heights Military Housing | cshb1.5 | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.89 |
| The Ridge Apartments | 2 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $2.70 |
| 4587 Craigie St | 4587 Craigie St | 2BR,1BA | $2.56 |
| 4024 Logan Ave | 4024 Logan Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.47 |
| Creekside Villas Apartments | 2X1 | 2BR,1BA | $3.15 |
| 1825 Bayview Heights Dr, Unit #95 | 1825 Bayview Heights Dr | 2BR,1BA | $2.92 |
| View | Spectacle | 1BR,1BA | $2.78 |
| Terrace Gardens Apartments - Seniors 55+ | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.75 |
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4.0Pet Friendly
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Getting Around the Emerald Hills Neighborhood in San Diego, CA
Walk Score®
59 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
27 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
52 / 100
Good Transit
Many nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Emerald Hills Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Emerald Hills?
The cheapest apartment in Emerald Hills is Terrace Gardens Apartments - Seniors 55+ which is listed at $1,400, while the average apartment in Emerald Hills costs $3,579.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Emerald Hills?
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 1 regular apartments in Emerald Hills 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 Emerald Hills?
Cheap apartments in Emerald Hills have an average cost of $148 which is $3,431 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Emerald Hills.
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