Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South San Diego Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $1,100 (8 Rentals)

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Paseo La Paz
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Paseo La Paz

160 W Seaward AveSan Diego, CA 92173

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South Bay Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

South Bay Apartments

279 Padua Hills PlSan Ysidro, CA 92173
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South San Diego, San Diego, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available South San Diego Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the South San Diego area of San Diego, CA is a Studio unit found at Mar at Primera priced from $1,682. Casa Maria Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,695. Here are the most affordable South San Diego apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Mar at PrimeraWaveStudio,1BA$1,682
Casa Maria Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,695
Rancho Del Rio Estates1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,752

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South San Diego, CA

As of May 08, 2025 the best value apartment in the South San Diego area is the $3.35 price per square foot Residence One Model at RiverEdge Terrace* in the in the Otay neighborhood starting from $3,238. The second greatest value South San Diego apartment is the Aurora Model at Mar at Chavez starting at $2,781 with a $3.27 price per square foot in the Tijuana River Valley neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South San Diego apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
RiverEdge Terrace*Residence One1BR,1BA$3.35
Mar at ChavezAurora3BR,2BA$3.27
Stone CreekArroyo2BR,2BA$3.51
Greenfield VillagePinnacle1BR,1BA$3.10
Casa Maria Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.42
Mar at CottonwoodPalmeras1BR,1BA$2.64
The Landing at Ocean View Hills1 x 11BR,1BA$3.64
The Village1 Bedroom / 1 Bath1BR,1BA$3.06
Rancho Del Rio Estates1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$3.11
Mar at PrimeraWaveStudio ,1BA$3.36

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South San Diego, San Diego, CA

Ranked #109

Among neighborhoods in San Diego, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South San Diego Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom South San Diego Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom South San Diego Apartment is $1,695 at Casa Maria Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom South San Diego Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in South San Diego is starting from $2,074 at Mar at Chavez.

What is the most affordable South San Diego Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap South San Diego Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Mar at Chavez and starts from $2,781.

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