
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Sunset Cliffs Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $900 (12 Rentals)
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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 | $2,260 | $1,508 | $2,694 |
Sunset Cliffs 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,781 | $1,840 | $10,000+ |
Sunset Cliffs 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,498 | $2,220 | $9,000 |
Sunset Cliffs 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,691 | $3,685 | $10,000+ |
Sunset Cliffs 4 Bedroom Apartments | $6,495 | $6,495 | $6,495 |
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There are currently 12 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 fka Nimitz Pointe A2104001854 has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,007. 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 fka Nimitz Pointe A2104001854 | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,007 |
Point Loma Bay Apartments - Live Steps from the Beach | 1 Bed Upstairs White Appliances | 1BR,1BA | $2,145 |
Gables Point Loma | E | 1BR,1BA | $2,229 |
Chapman Place | B1: Tourmaline | Studio,1BA | $2,250 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Sunset Cliffs, CA
As of February 26, 2025 the best value apartment in the Sunset Cliffs area is the $3.27 price per square foot B1 Model at Dylan Point Loma in the in the Midway District neighborhood starting from $4,016. The second greatest value Sunset Cliffs apartment is the 3 Bedroom Townhome Model at Loma Palisades starting at $3,685 with a $3.07 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 | $3.27 |
Loma Palisades | 3 Bedroom Townhome | 3BR,1.5BA | $3.07 |
Villa Point Loma | 2 bed 2 bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.64 |
Loma Village Apartments | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $3.32 |
Elan The Plaza | Aspire | 1BR,1BA | $3.46 |
Elan Beachwalk | Aspire | 1BR,1BA | $3.85 |
Loma Portal | 1 Bedroom/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.50 |
The Summit at Point Loma | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.78 |
Gables Point Loma | F | 1BR,1BA | $3.83 |
310 -316 Rosecrans St, Unit 310 | 310 -316 Rosecrans St | 1BR,1BA | $3.83 |
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
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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
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.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Sunset Cliffs Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Sunset Cliffs?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Sunset Cliffs is at The Presidio Apartments listed at $1,450.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Sunset Cliffs Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Sunset Cliffs Apartment is $1,921 at The Presidio Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Sunset Cliffs Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Sunset Cliffs is starting from $2,730 at Loma Palisades.
What is the most affordable Sunset Cliffs Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Sunset Cliffs Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Loma Palisades and starts from $3,685.
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