Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Sherman Heights Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $1,100 (31 Rentals)
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The Historic Sterling in Downtown San Diego!
Sherman Heights, San Diego, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Sherman Heights?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Sherman Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,925 | $1,750 | $2,100 |
Sherman Heights 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,440 | $2,440 | $2,440 |
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There are currently 31 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Sherman Heights Neighborhood of San Diego, CA.
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Cheapest Available Sherman Heights Apartments for Rent
 Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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The Historic Sterling in Downtown San Diego! | Studio 380sf 101, 201, 301, 401 | Studio,1BA | $1,699 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Sherman Heights, CA
As of April 05, 2025 the best value apartment in the Sherman Heights area is the $2.87 price per square foot 358 22nd St Model at 358 22nd St, Unit 2 in the in the Downtown San Diego neighborhood starting from $2,440. The second greatest value Sherman Heights apartment is the Studio 300sf 205, 305, 405 Model at The Historic Sterling in Downtown San Diego! starting at $1,725 with a $5.75 price per square foot in the Balboa Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Sherman Heights apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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358 22nd St, Unit 2 | 358 22nd St | 2BR,2BA | $2.87 |
The Historic Sterling in Downtown San Diego! | Studio 300sf 205, 305, 405 | Studio ,1BA | $5.75 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSherman Heights, San Diego, CA
Ranked #118
Among neighborhoods in San Diego, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Getting Around the Sherman Heights Neighborhood in San Diego, CA
Walk Score®
92 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
61 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
69 / 100
Good Transit
Many nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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.

Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money
Written by: Amber Kanuckel
With the rising costs of housing, a lot of renters are asking this question: Is it possible to opt out of various amenities that your rental property offers so that you can avoid paying the fees.

Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Often, in the excitement of finding a new place to live, there’s a rush to make it happen, and - too often - a new tenant signs a lease without reading it carefully.

Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting
Written by: Andrea Lee Negroni, JD
While many apartment buildings are “no smoking” properties, it’s hard to know exactly how many. In 2017, the National Apartment Association reported more than half of rental properties had smoke free policies.

How Your Move-In Inspection Can Protect Your Security Deposit
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
If you’re anything like most people, housing costs represent a huge chunk of your monthly budget. On top of that, moving can be both a stressful and expensive affair.