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Pacific Beach Shores
4820 Cass StSan Diego, CA 92109
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Grand Avenue Apartments
2295 Grand AveSan Diego, CA 92109
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4340 Moraga AveSan Diego, CA 92117
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The Villager!
2821 Morena BlvdSan Diego, CA 92117
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4702 Mission Blvd
4702 Mission BlvdSan Diego, CA 92109
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Ingraham - La Playa Point LP
3755-3771 Ingraham StSan Diego, CA 92109
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3883 Ingraham StSan Diego, CA 92109
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3866 Ingraham StSan Diego, CA 92109
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3852 Mission BlvdSan Diego, CA 92109
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Pacific Beach, San Diego, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Pacific Beach?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pacific Beach Studio Apartments | $2,146 | $1,995 | $2,296 |
| Pacific Beach 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,787 | $1,704 | $4,800 |
| Pacific Beach 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,897 | $2,200 | $10,000+ |
| Pacific Beach 3 Bedroom Apartments | $10,709 | $3,775 | $10,000+ |
| Pacific Beach 4 Bedroom Apartments | $11,850 | $8,400 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Pacific Beach Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Pacific Beach area of San Diego, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Pacific Beach Shores priced from $1,704. Pacific Bay Club has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,880. Here are the most affordable Pacific Beach apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pacific Beach Shores | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,704 |
| Pacific Bay Club | Soledad | Studio,1BA | $1,880 |
| Apartments on Cass St. | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,995 |
| 3989-3991 Haines St. | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,995 |
| Sail Bay Apartments | Studio - Downstairs | Studio,1BA | $1,995 |
| The Villager! | 0/1 Ocean View | Studio,1BA | $1,999 |
| Villa Monair | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,025 |
| Ingraham - La Playa Point LP | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $2,045 |
| Coral Bay | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,064 |
| AVA Pacific Beach | S1 | Studio,1BA | $2,064 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Pacific Beach, CA
As of May 17, 2025 the best value apartment in the Pacific Beach area is the $3.19 price per square foot B1 Model at The Seaton Apartments in the in the Balboa Park neighborhood starting from $3,685. The second greatest value Pacific Beach apartment is the 2BR/2.0BA Model at JEWELL SREET starting at $3,428 with a $3.12 price per square foot in the Bay Ho neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Pacific Beach apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| The Seaton Apartments | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $3.19 |
| JEWELL SREET | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $3.12 |
| Emerald Manor Apartments | Beautiful 2br Apt Home in PB | 2BR,1BA | $2.82 |
| Villa Monair | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $3.03 |
| Villa Pacific Apartments *$500.00 off * | Junior two bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $3.09 |
| The Pacific at Mission Bay | 155111A- Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $3.15 |
| 3021-3037 Luna Ave | 2x1 Brand New Construction | 2BR,1BA | $3.62 |
| WELCOME HOME | One Bedroom - One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.56 |
| Coral Bay | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.18 |
| Pacific Beach Shores | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.14 |
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Getting Around the Pacific Beach Neighborhood in San Diego, CA
Walk Score®
86 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
67 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
43 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Pacific Beach Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Pacific Beach?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Pacific Beach is at Pacific Bay Club listed at $1,880.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Pacific Beach Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Pacific Beach Apartment is $1,704 at Pacific Beach Shores.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Pacific Beach Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Pacific Beach is starting from $2,239 at Coral Bay.
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.
Top 10 Most Affordable Neighborhoods in San Diego: A Local Real Estate Expert Guide
Written by: Hayden Goldberg
Aloha! I’m Hayden, your local San Diego Realtor and relocation expert with ApartmentHomeLiving.com.
Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting
Written by: Lauren Harrington
Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.
The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters
Written by: Bobbi Jackson
If you’re looking to relocate right now, a popular solution that may best fit your current rental needs is a short-term lease.
Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters
Written by: Sandy Baker
Making the decision to rent is exciting and terrifying at the same time. For many people, there are a lot of unknowns.