Cheap Homes for Rent in Marina Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $1,500 (27 Rentals)

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property at 1150 J St

1150 J St

San DiegoCA92101
property at 1435 India St

1435 India St

San DiegoCA92101

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property at 575 Sixth Ave

575 Sixth Ave

San DiegoCA92101
property at 550 Park Blvd

550 Park Blvd

San DiegoCA92101
property at 445 Island Ave

445 Island Ave

San DiegoCA92101
property at 1080 Park Blvd

1080 Park Blvd

San DiegoCA92101
property at 427 Ninth Ave

427 Ninth Ave

San DiegoCA92101

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property at 350 W Ash St

350 W Ash St

San DiegoCA92101
property at 1225 Island Ave

1225 Island Ave

San DiegoCA92101
property at 530 K St

530 K St

San DiegoCA92101
property at 450 J St

450 J St

San DiegoCA92101

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Marina, San Diego, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Marina Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Marina 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 Marina apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Peachtree InnStandardStudio,1BA$1,062
Vantaggio Little ItalySmall full size bedStudio,1BA$1,450
WLA Windsor0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,500
WLA 509 Park0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,550
Luther Tower - 55+ Affordable CommunityStudioStudio,1BA$1,551
Windsor ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,595
900 F StreetStudioStudio,1BA$1,683
Island FlatsIsland Flats - APPLICATION WAITING LIST!Studio,1BA$1,700
Studios435: Furnished Studios0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,750
The HelmStudioStudio,1BA$1,924

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Marina, CA

As of May 15, 2025 the best value apartment in the Marina area is the $2.94 price per square foot Two Bedroom B2F Model at 13th & Market in the in the Balboa Park neighborhood starting from $4,068. The second greatest value Marina 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 Marina apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
13th & MarketTwo Bedroom B2F2BR,2BA$2.94
Koll CenterLarge 2 Bed 1.5 Bath2BR,1.5BA$2.71
Pioneer – Lofts (PIOLOF)Lofts1BR,1BA$2.40
Cornerstone Lofts1/1 Loft1BR,1BA$2.48
Viridian LoftsOne Bedroom One Bath1BR,1BA$2.27
Horton 4th Avenue1BD1BR,1BA$2.84
Arrive Broadway LoftsBroadway StudioStudio ,1BA$3.18
Market Street SquareLarge 1 Bedroom Renovated1BR,1BA$3.35
Market Street VillageStudioStudio ,1BA$3.22
Jade Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$3.31

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Frequently Asked Questions about Marina

What type of rentals are currently available in Marina?

There are currently 308 Apartments for Rent in Marina, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,062 to $27,295. There are also 184 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Marina ranging from $1,550 to $22,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Marina?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Marina ranges from $1,550 to $22,000 with an average monthly rent of $8,880.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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