
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Encanto Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $900 (23 Rentals)
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Casa Serena

4960-4970 Auburn Drive

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Terrace Gardens Apartments - Seniors 55+
Encanto, San Diego, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Encanto?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Encanto 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,778 | $1,400 | $2,200 |
Encanto 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,682 | $1,339 | $2,395 |
Encanto 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,582 | $999 | $2,695 |
Encanto 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,329 | $1,329 | $1,329 |
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Cheapest Available Encanto Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Encanto 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 Encanto 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 |
2707 Highland Ave | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,699 |
Hillside Apartments | Standard | 1BR,1BA | $1,800 |
4960-4970 Auburn Drive | 2/1 | 2BR,1BA | $1,999 |
3967 Illinois St | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,200 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Encanto, CA
As of May 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the Encanto area is the $1.29 price per square foot 2x2 Shared Model at Paseo Place in the in the College West neighborhood starting from $1,339. The second greatest value Encanto apartment is the 3 Bed/1 Bath Model at Potomac Square Apartments starting at $2,295 with a $2.55 price per square foot in the South Encanto neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Encanto apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Paseo Place | 2x2 Shared | 2BR,2BA | $1.29 |
Potomac Square Apartments | 3 Bed/1 Bath | 3BR,1BA | $2.55 |
3967 Illinois St | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.93 |
Hillside Apartments | Standard | 1BR,1BA | $2.40 |
Terrace Gardens Apartments - Seniors 55+ | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.75 |
2707 Highland Ave | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.40 |
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Getting Around the Encanto Neighborhood in San Diego, CA
Walk Score®
54 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
22 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
44 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Encanto Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Encanto?
The cheapest apartment in Encanto is Terrace Gardens Apartments - Seniors 55+ which is listed at $1,400, while the average apartment in Encanto costs $1,899.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Encanto?
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 3 regular apartments in Encanto that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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