Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Lake Murray Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $1,200 (8 Rentals)

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Pravada Apartments
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Pravada Apartments

8625 Fletcher PkyLa Mesa, CA 91942
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Grossmont Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Grossmont Apartments

8561 Mellmanor DrLa Mesa, CA 91942
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5678 Lambda Ln
1 Bedroom Apartments

5678 Lambda Ln

5678 Lambda LnLa Mesa, CA 91942
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Rimrock Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Rimrock Apartments

8420 Buckland StLa Mesa, CA 91942
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Lake Murray, San Diego, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Lake Murray Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Lake Murray area of San Diego, CA is a Studio unit found at Navajo Bluffs priced from $1,821. Elan Mesa Lofts has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,845. Here are the most affordable Lake Murray apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Navajo BluffsStudioStudio,1BA$1,821
Elan Mesa LoftsOptimoStudio,1BA$1,845
Lake Murray VillaA1BR,1BA$1,950

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lake Murray, CA

As of April 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the Lake Murray area is the $2.64 price per square foot 5780 Jackson Dr Model at 5780 Jackson Dr, Unit 22 in the in the Lake Murray neighborhood starting from $2,925. The second greatest value Lake Murray apartment is the 2 Bedroom 2 Bath Model at Ivanhoe Village Apartments starting at $2,519 with a $2.42 price per square foot in the Lake Murray neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Lake Murray apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
5780 Jackson Dr, Unit 225780 Jackson Dr3BR,2BA$2.64
Ivanhoe Village Apartments2 Bedroom 2 Bath2BR,2BA$2.42
Volterra Apartments2 x 2 Verona A - Renovated2BR,2BA$2.62
Park Grossmont2x2 Small2BR,2BA$2.90
Grossmont Bluffs2BR/1BA Split - Remodeled2BR,1BA$2.78
Serena Vista Apartment Homes1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$2.85
The District ApartmentsENERGY1BR,1BA$3.22
Summit Park Village1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.83
Elan AvanteAspire1BR,1BA$3.18
Lake Murray VillaA1BR,1BA$2.91

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Lake Murray, San Diego, CA

Ranked #60

Among neighborhoods in San Diego, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.0
Pet Friendly

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Lifestyle Ratings

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Getting Around the Lake Murray Neighborhood in San Diego, CA

Walk Score®

65 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

46 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

27 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Lake Murray Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Lake Murray?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Lake Murray is at Navajo Bluffs listed at $1,821.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Lake Murray Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Lake Murray Apartment is $1,950 at Lake Murray Villa.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Lake Murray Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Lake Murray is starting from $2,434 at Grossmont Bluffs.

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