
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Sunset Cliffs Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $900 (14 Rentals)
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The Presidio Apartments

1523 Locust St

4951 1/2-4835 1/2 Santa Cruz Ave
Sunset Cliffs, San Diego, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Sunset Cliffs?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Sunset Cliffs Studio Apartments | $2,195 | $1,508 | $2,595 |
Sunset Cliffs 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,695 | $1,400 | $4,500 |
Sunset Cliffs 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,348 | $2,220 | $4,670 |
Sunset Cliffs 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,622 | $3,394 | $10,000+ |
Sunset Cliffs 4 Bedroom Apartments | $6,495 | $6,495 | $6,495 |
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There are currently 14 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Sunset Cliffs Neighborhood of San Diego, CA.
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Cheapest Available Sunset Cliffs Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Sunset Cliffs area of San Diego, CA is a Studio unit found at The Presidio Apartments priced from $1,508. Mar at Seaside has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,990. Here are the most affordable Sunset Cliffs apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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The Presidio Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,508 |
Mar at Seaside | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,990 |
Elan Loma Highlands | Optimo | Studio,1BA | $1,995 |
Point Loma Bay Apartments - Live Steps from the Beach | 1 Bedroom - Downstairs (Stainless Appliances) | 1BR,1BA | $2,104 |
Mariners Cove Apartments | The Torrey | 1BR,1BA | $2,120 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Sunset Cliffs, CA
As of April 07, 2025 the best value apartment in the Sunset Cliffs area is the $3.33 price per square foot B1 Model at Dylan Point Loma in the in the Midway District neighborhood starting from $4,085. The second greatest value Sunset Cliffs apartment is the 3 Bedroom Townhome Model at Loma Palisades starting at $3,655 with a $3.05 price per square foot in the Old Town San Diego neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Sunset Cliffs apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Dylan Point Loma | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $3.33 |
Loma Palisades | 3 Bedroom Townhome | 3BR,1.5BA | $3.05 |
Nimitz Crossing | The Breeze | 2BR,2BA | $3.53 |
3132 Carleton St, Unit 3132 Carleton St | 3132 Carleton St | 2BR,1BA | $2.67 |
Elan Cape Palms | Allure | 2BR,2BA | $3.66 |
Loma Village Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $3.12 |
Elan The Plaza | Aspire | 1BR,1BA | $3.46 |
Elan The Park | Aspire | 1BR,1BA | $3.71 |
Loma Portal | 1 Bedroom/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.50 |
The Summit at Point Loma | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.60 |
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Getting Around the Sunset Cliffs Neighborhood in San Diego, CA
Walk Score®
56 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
37 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
22 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Sunset Cliffs Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Sunset Cliffs?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Sunset Cliffs is under $2,250.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Sunset Cliffs?
The cheapest apartment in Sunset Cliffs is The Presidio Apartments which is listed at $1,921, while the average apartment in Sunset Cliffs costs $6,495.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Sunset Cliffs?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 13 regular apartments in Sunset Cliffs that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Sunset Cliffs?
Cheap apartments in Sunset Cliffs have an average cost of $484 which is $6,011 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Sunset Cliffs.
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