Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Gaslamp District San Diego, CA from $500 (32 Rentals)
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Vantaggio Little Italy

1808 Third Ave

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1556 Second Ave

WLA 509 Park

Horton 4th Avenue

Entrada

2225 K St

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The Historic Sterling in Downtown San Diego!
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Gaslamp District?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Gaslamp District Studio Apartments | $2,693 | $1,062 | $10,000+ |
Gaslamp District 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,485 | $1,550 | $10,000+ |
Gaslamp District 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,074 | $1,850 | $10,000+ |
Gaslamp District 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,639 | $3,355 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 32 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Gaslamp District Neighborhood of San Diego, CA.
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Cheapest Available Gaslamp District Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Gaslamp District 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 Gaslamp District apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Peachtree Inn | Standard | Studio,1BA | $1,062 |
Vantaggio Little Italy | Small full size bed | Studio,1BA | $1,450 |
Windsor Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,495 |
WLA Windsor | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,550 |
Horton 4th Avenue | Studios | Studio,1BA | $1,602 |
The Historic Sterling in Downtown San Diego! | Studio 380sf 101, 201, 301, 401 | Studio,1BA | $1,699 |
Island Flats | Island Flats - APPLICATION WAITING LIST! | Studio,1BA | $1,700 |
Entrada | Classic - 687 Sq Ft. | Studio,1BA | $1,750 |
Studios435: Furnished Studios with Modern ... | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,750 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Gaslamp District, CA
As of March 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the Gaslamp District area is the $3.05 price per square foot 2E-1 Model at F11 East Village in the in the Balboa Park neighborhood starting from $4,338. The second greatest value Gaslamp District apartment is the Plan U (C2) Model at Strata starting at $3,966 with a $3.16 price per square foot in the Balboa Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Gaslamp District apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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F11 East Village | 2E-1 | 2BR,2BA | $3.05 |
Strata | Plan U (C2) | 3BR,2BA | $3.16 |
Pioneer – Lofts (PIOLOF) | Lofts | 1BR,1BA | $2.25 |
Arrive Broadway Lofts | Bond Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.66 |
358 22nd St, Unit 2 | 358 22nd St | 2BR,2BA | $2.87 |
Villa De Oro Apartments | 2 bedrooms | 2BR,1BA | $2.75 |
787 11th Ave, Unit 787 11th Avenue | 787 11th Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.34 |
Where Convenience meets Comfort at the Leo | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.70 |
Horton 4th Avenue | Studios | Studio ,1BA | $2.28 |
Market Street Village | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.22 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Gaslamp District Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Gaslamp District?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Gaslamp District is at Peachtree Inn listed at $1,062.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Gaslamp District Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Gaslamp District Apartment is $1,995 at Where Convenience meets Comfort at the Leo.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Gaslamp District Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Gaslamp District is starting from $2,200 at Villa De Oro Apartments.
What is the most affordable Gaslamp District Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Gaslamp District Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Pinnacle Broadway and starts from $3,875.
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Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting
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