
Cheap Homes for Rent in Emerald Hills Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $900 (10 Rentals)
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729 Morrison St

5304 Trinidad Way

1647 Pentecost Way

5588 San Onofre Terrace

711 Morrison St

4037 National Ave

3591-9593 45th St

4404 #34 Delta St

1627 Pentecost Way
Emerald Hills, San Diego, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Emerald Hills?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Emerald Hills 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,701 | $1,895 | $3,685 |
Emerald Hills 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,366 | $2,500 | $4,500 |
Emerald Hills 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,123 | $3,895 | $7,125 |
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There are currently 10 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Emerald Hills Neighborhood of San Diego, CA.
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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. 2715 44th St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,550. Here are the most affordable Emerald Hills apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Terrace Gardens Apartments - Seniors 55+ | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,400 |
2715 44th St | Studio (nr) | Studio,1BA | $1,550 |
2707 Highland Ave | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,699 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Emerald Hills, CA
As of March 28, 2025 the best value apartment in the Emerald Hills area is the $2.60 price per square foot Two Bedroom, Two Bath Model at Vista Palmera in the in the Mountain View neighborhood starting from $2,995. The second greatest value Emerald Hills apartment is the 2/1 Model at 7137 Waite Dr. starting at $2,195 with a $2.28 price per square foot in the Darnall 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. |
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Vista Palmera | Two Bedroom, Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.60 |
7137 Waite Dr. | 2/1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.28 |
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 |
4388-4394 Delta Street | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.59 |
1825 Bayview Heights Dr, Unit #95 | 1825 Bayview Heights Dr | 2BR,1BA | $2.92 |
View | Spectacle | 1BR,1BA | $2.84 |
Terrace Gardens Apartments - Seniors 55+ | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.75 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Emerald Hills
What type of rentals are currently available in Emerald Hills?
There are currently 572 Apartments for Rent in Emerald Hills, CA with pricing that ranges from $768 to $4,320. There are also 42 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Emerald Hills ranging from $990 to $7,125.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Emerald Hills?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Emerald Hills ranges from $990 to $7,125 with an average monthly rent of $2,870.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Emerald Hills?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Emerald Hills range from $1,037 to $4,320, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,500 to $4,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,895 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,579.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money
Written by: Amber Kanuckel
With the rising costs of housing, a lot of renters are asking this question: Is it possible to opt out of various amenities that your rental property offers so that you can avoid paying the fees.

Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Often, in the excitement of finding a new place to live, there’s a rush to make it happen, and - too often - a new tenant signs a lease without reading it carefully.

Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting
Written by: Andrea Lee Negroni, JD
While many apartment buildings are “no smoking” properties, it’s hard to know exactly how many. In 2017, the National Apartment Association reported more than half of rental properties had smoke free policies.

How Your Move-In Inspection Can Protect Your Security Deposit
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
If you’re anything like most people, housing costs represent a huge chunk of your monthly budget. On top of that, moving can be both a stressful and expensive affair.