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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Sunset Cliffs Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $900 (14 Rentals)
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The Presidio Apartments
3350 Rosecrans StSan Diego, CA 92110
5137 Muir Ave
San DiegoCA92107
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2440-2449 Soto StSan Diego, CA 92107
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sunset Cliffs Studio Apartments | $2,153 | $1,508 | $2,675 |
| Sunset Cliffs 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,718 | $1,400 | $4,500 |
| Sunset Cliffs 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,370 | $2,220 | $4,500 |
| Sunset Cliffs 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,306 | $3,429 | $10,000+ |
| Sunset Cliffs 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,995 | $5,995 | $5,995 |
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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 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,974. Here are the most affordable Sunset Cliffs apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Presidio Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,508 |
| Mar at Seaside | Channel | 1BR,1BA | $1,974 |
| Elan Loma Highlands | Optimo | Studio,1BA | $1,995 |
| Villa Temecula Apartments | 204 | 1BR,1BA | $1,995 |
| Welcome to Surfcaster Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,065 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Sunset Cliffs, CA
As of April 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the Sunset Cliffs area is the $3.10 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Townhome Model at Loma Palisades in the in the Old Town San Diego neighborhood starting from $3,725. The second greatest value Sunset Cliffs apartment is the Plan A Penthouse Model at Loma 21 starting at $3,615 with a $3.81 price per square foot in the Midway District 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Loma Palisades | 3 Bedroom Townhome | 3BR,1.5BA | $3.10 |
| Loma 21 | Plan A Penthouse | 2BR,1.5BA | $3.81 |
| Villa Point Loma | 1 bed | 1BR,1BA | $2.57 |
| Elan Cape Palms | Allure | 2BR,2BA | $3.55 |
| Dylan Point Loma | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.60 |
| 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 |
| Mariners Cove Apartments | The Pacifica | 1BR,1BA | $3.81 |
| Gables Point Loma | E | 1BR,1BA | $3.77 |
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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?
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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 $2,295.
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 $5,995.
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 9 regular apartments in Sunset Cliffs that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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