Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Marina District San Diego, CA from $500 (23 Rentals)

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14th Street
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14th Street

1028 14th StSan Diego, CA 92101
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Lincoln Hotel
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Lincoln Hotel

536 5th AveSan Diego, CA 92101
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Park 12 Podium
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Park 12 Podium

202 Park BlvdSan Diego, CA 92101
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J Street Flats
Studio Apartments

J Street Flats

222 J StSan Diego, CA 92101
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Jade Apartments
Studio Apartments

Jade Apartments

843 13th StSan Diego, CA 92101

Marina District, San Diego, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Marina District Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Marina District area of San Diego, CA is a Studio unit found at Peachtree Inn priced from $1,062. WLA Windsor has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,495. Here are the most affordable Marina District apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Peachtree InnStandardStudio,1BA$1,062
WLA Windsor0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,495
Island FlatsSmall StudioStudio,1BA$1,500
509 Park BlvdStudio With Washer Dryer1BR,1BA$1,550
Horton 4th AvenueStudiosStudio,1BA$1,602

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Marina District, CA

As of February 11, 2025 the best value apartment in the Marina District area is the $3.03 price per square foot Plan U (C2) Model at Strata in the in the Balboa Park neighborhood starting from $3,808. The second greatest value Marina District apartment is the Lofts Model at Pioneer – Lofts (PIOLOF) starting at $2,695 with a $2.17 price per square foot in the Horton Plaza neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Marina District apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
StrataPlan U (C2)3BR,2BA$3.03
Pioneer – Lofts (PIOLOF)Lofts1BR,1BA$2.17
F11 East Village2D-12BR,2BA$2.91
Viridian LoftsOne Bedroom One Bath1BR,1BA$2.76
Arrive Broadway LoftsAvenue StudioStudio ,1BA$2.64
Villa De Oro Apartments2 bedrooms2BR,1BA$2.75
787 11th Ave, Unit 787 11th Avenue787 11th Ave2BR,1BA$2.34
Where Convenience meets Comfort at the LeoOne Bedroom One Bath1BR,1BA$2.95
Horton 4th AvenueStudiosStudio ,1BA$2.28
Market Street VillageStudioStudio ,1BA$3.03

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Marina District, San Diego, and the greater San Diego area. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and the best outdoor access, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, family-friendly amenities, walking, and biking. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Getting Around the Marina District Neighborhood in San Diego, CA

Walk Score®

98 / 100

Walker’s Paradise

Daily errands do not require a car

Bike Score®

84 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

80 / 100

Excellent Transit

Transit is convenient for most trips

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Marina District Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Marina District?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Marina District is at Peachtree Inn listed at $1,062.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Marina District Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Marina District Apartment is $1,550 at 509 Park Blvd.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Marina District Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Marina District is starting from $2,550 at City Villas Apartments.

What is the most affordable Marina District Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Marina District Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Strata and starts from $3,808.

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