
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Skyline Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $900 (13 Rentals)
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Skyline, San Diego, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Skyline?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Skyline Studio Apartments | $2,057 | $1,965 | $2,099 |
Skyline 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,189 | $1,700 | $2,896 |
Skyline 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,700 | $1,925 | $4,320 |
Skyline 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,129 | $2,695 | $4,320 |
Skyline 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,132 | $3,579 | $4,500 |
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Cheapest Available Skyline Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Skyline area of San Diego, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at View priced from $1,804. Comfortable, Modern Living has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,845. Here are the most affordable Skyline apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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View | Spectacle | 1BR,1BA | $1,804 |
Comfortable, Modern Living | 475-02, 475-03, 475-04, 475-05, 477-01, 477-02,... | 1BR,1BA | $1,845 |
Potomac Square Apartments | 3 Bed/1 Bath | 3BR,1BA | $2,295 |
Celsius Apartments | 1x1 D | 1BR,1BA | $2,495 |
Spring Gardens | 3 bed 2 bath | 3BR,2BA | $2,695 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Skyline, CA
As of May 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the Skyline area is the $2.25 price per square foot 1945 Skyline Drive Model at 1945 Skyline Drive, Unit 1945 SKYLINE in the in the North Bay Terraces neighborhood starting from $4,500. The second greatest value Skyline apartment is the 3 bed 2 bath Model at Spring Gardens starting at $2,695 with a $2.16 price per square foot in the North Bay Terraces neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Skyline apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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1945 Skyline Drive, Unit 1945 SKYLINE | 1945 Skyline Drive | 4BR,3BA | $2.25 |
Spring Gardens | 3 bed 2 bath | 3BR,2BA | $2.16 |
Bayview Hills – Military Housing | byvb1 | 2BR,1BA | $3.09 |
Bonita Cedars | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.67 |
Potomac Square Apartments | 3 Bed/1 Bath | 3BR,1BA | $2.55 |
Park Bonita | 2 Bed 2 Bath A | 2BR,2BA | $3.09 |
Celsius Apartments | 1x1 D | 1BR,1BA | $3.13 |
View | Spectacle | 1BR,1BA | $2.78 |
Comfortable, Modern Living | 1 Bed/1Bath Downstairs Fully Rennovated | 1BR,1BA | $3.66 |
5527 Bolivar St, Unit A | 5527 Bolivar St | 1BR,1BA | $3.40 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSkyline, San Diego, CA
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.0Pet Friendly
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Getting Around the Skyline Neighborhood in San Diego, CA
Walk Score®
54 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
30 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
44 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
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- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Skyline Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Skyline Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Skyline Apartment is $1,804 at View.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Skyline Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Skyline is starting from $2,307 at View.
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