Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southcrest Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $1,500 (6 Rentals)

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Southcrest, San Diego, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Southcrest Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Southcrest area of San Diego, CA is a Studio unit found at WLA Windsor priced from $1,550. The Plaza has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,850. Here are the most affordable Southcrest apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
WLA Windsor0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,550
The Plaza1x11BR,1BA$1,850
Mar at Laurel fka Laurel Lane ITide1BR,1BA$2,015

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southcrest, CA

As of March 22, 2025 the best value apartment in the Southcrest area is the $2.60 price per square foot Two Bedroom, Two Bath Model at Vista Palmera in the in the Mountain View neighborhood starting from $2,995. The second greatest value Southcrest apartment is the 3 Bed/ 2 Bath Model at Addisyn Park Apartments starting at $3,045 with a $3.06 price per square foot in the Mountain View neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Southcrest apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Vista PalmeraTwo Bedroom, Two Bath2BR,2BA$2.60
Addisyn Park Apartments3 Bed/ 2 Bath3BR,2BA$3.06
12th Street Lofts2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$2.88
4013-4021 Logan AveTwo Bed/ Two Bath2BR,2BA$3.33
1622 Una St, Unit A-D1622 Una St2BR,1BA$3.21
Mar at Laurel fka Laurel Lane ITide1BR,1BA$3.36
2520 E St1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$4.45
The Plaza1x11BR,1BA$3.56
WLA Windsor0BR/1.0BAStudio ,1BA$10.33

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Southcrest, San Diego, CA

Ranked #109

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the Southcrest Neighborhood in San Diego, CA

Walk Score®

69 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

51 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

47 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Southcrest Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Southcrest?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Southcrest is at WLA Windsor listed at $1,550.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Southcrest Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Southcrest Apartment is $1,850 at The Plaza.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Southcrest Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Southcrest is starting from $2,561 at 4013-4021 Logan Ave.

What is the most affordable Southcrest Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Southcrest Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Addisyn Park Apartments and starts from $3,045.

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