Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Loma Portal Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $1,500 (10 Rentals)

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Loma Portal, San Diego, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Loma Portal Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Loma Portal area of San Diego, CA is a Studio unit found at The Presidio Apartments priced from $1,508. Elan Loma Highlands has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,995. Here are the most affordable Loma Portal apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Presidio ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,508
Elan Loma HighlandsOptimoStudio,1BA$1,995
Mariners Cove ApartmentsThe Sunset1BR,1BA$2,195

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Loma Portal, CA

As of May 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the Loma Portal area is the $3.43 price per square foot B1 Model at Dylan Point Loma in the in the Midway District neighborhood starting from $4,213. The second greatest value Loma Portal apartment is the 3 Bedroom Townhome Model at Loma Palisades starting at $3,695 with a $3.08 price per square foot in the Old Town San Diego neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Loma Portal apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Dylan Point LomaB12BR,2BA$3.43
Loma Palisades3 Bedroom Townhome3BR,1.5BA$3.08
The Seaton ApartmentsB12BR,2BA$3.14
Villa Point Loma1 bed1BR,1BA$2.57
Loft2015 ApartmentsAllure- Townhome2BR,1.5BA$3.55
Bevel ApartmentsA41BR,1BA$4.06
2205-2217 Poinsettia Drive2/12BR,1BA$3.32
Loma Portal1 Bedroom/1 Bath1BR,1BA$3.50
The Summit at Point Loma1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$3.71
Mariners Cove ApartmentsThe Sunset Premier1BR,1BA$4.07

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Loma Portal, San Diego, CA

Ranked #73

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the Loma Portal Neighborhood in San Diego, CA

Walk Score®

91 / 100

Walker’s Paradise

Daily errands do not require a car

Bike Score®

69 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

40 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Loma Portal Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Loma Portal?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Loma Portal is at The Presidio Apartments listed at $1,508.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Loma Portal Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Loma Portal Apartment is $1,921 at The Presidio Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Loma Portal Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Loma Portal is starting from $2,325 at 2205-2217 Poinsettia Drive.

What is the most affordable Loma Portal Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Loma Portal Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Loma Palisades and starts from $3,695.

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