Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Gaslamp District San Diego, CA from $500 (30 Rentals)
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Gaslamp District, San Diego, CA Local Guide

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 | $2,594 | $1,062 | $4,651 |
Gaslamp District 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,349 | $1,550 | $10,000+ |
Gaslamp District 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,823 | $2,100 | $10,000+ |
Gaslamp District 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,680 | $3,355 | $10,000+ |
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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 |
233 20th St | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,495 |
WLA 509 Park | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,550 |
Luther Tower - 55+ Affordable Community | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,551 |
Windsor Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,595 |
Studios435: Furnished Studios | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,615 |
WLA Windsor | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,650 |
900 F Street | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,683 |
Island Flats | Island Flats - APPLICATION WAITING LIST! | Studio,1BA | $1,700 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Gaslamp District, CA
As of May 09, 2025 the best value apartment in the Gaslamp District area is the $2.82 price per square foot A1D Model at Strata in the in the Balboa Park neighborhood starting from $3,659. The second greatest value Gaslamp District apartment is the Large 2 Bed 1.5 Bath Model at Koll Center starting at $2,850 with a $2.71 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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Strata | A1D | 1BR,1BA | $2.82 |
Koll Center | Large 2 Bed 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.71 |
Greystone Lofts | 2/2 Loft | 1BR,2BA | $2.62 |
Pioneer – Lofts (PIOLOF) | Lofts | 1BR,1BA | $2.45 |
Cornerstone Lofts | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.48 |
Viridian Lofts | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.27 |
Pacific Vu Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.35 |
Villa De Oro Apartments | 2 bedrooms | 2BR,1BA | $2.63 |
900 F Street | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.61 |
233 20th St | Studio 1st Floor | Studio ,1BA | $2.74 |
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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 Pacific Vu Apartments.
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 $2,100 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 $3,885.
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