Cheap Apartments for Rent in the University City Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $1,600 (35 Rentals)

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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

La Jolla Canyon

9515 Genesee AveSan Diego, CA 92121
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University City, San Diego, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available University City Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the University City area of San Diego, CA is a Studio unit found at Canyon Park priced from $2,215. Pacific Gardens Genesee has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,260. Here are the most affordable University City apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Canyon ParkStudioStudio,1BA$2,215
Pacific Gardens Genesee1 Bedroom / 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2,260
Torrey Pines VillagePlan A1BR,1BA$2,300
Allina La Jolla1 Bed, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2,319
Village Square ApartmentsJunior One Bedroom Renovated1BR,1BA$2,334
La Jolla CanyonPinnacle1BR,1BA$2,365
La Jolla Terrace1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,395
Village View1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,395
Veranda La Jolla1X11BR,1BA$2,409
Mirada at La Jolla Colony ApartmentsMadrid (Renovated)1BR,1BA$2,510

Best Value Apartments for Rent in University City, CA

As of March 15, 2025 the best value apartment in the University City area is the $3.22 price per square foot Ventura II Model at La Regencia in the in the University City neighborhood starting from $4,825. The second greatest value University City apartment is the Regency Model at Towers at Costa Verde starting at $3,185 with a $3.24 price per square foot in the University City neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for University City apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
La RegenciaVentura II3BR,2BA$3.22
Towers at Costa VerdeRegency1BR,1BA$3.24
The Villas of RenaissancePlan 51BR,1BA$3.43
Town Park VillasRosemarie2BR,1BA$3.07
La Jolla PaseoAvalon1BR,1BA$3.48
ValentiaValentia Plan 1A1BR,1BA$3.42
La Jolla Terrace1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$3.42
Village View1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$3.42
Torrey Pines VillagePlan A1BR,1BA$3.43
Pacific Gardens Genesee1 Bedroom / 1 Bath1BR,1BA$3.48

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
University City, San Diego, CA

Ranked #20

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving.com is proud to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals in areas across the United States including University City, San Diego, and the greater San Diego area. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for outdoor amenities like tennis courts, luxury amenities, pet-friendly features, places that make kids happy, proximity to transit, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Getting Around the University City Neighborhood in San Diego, CA

Walk Score®

52 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

62 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

47 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

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 University City Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in University City?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in University City is at Canyon Park listed at $2,215.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom University City Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom University City Apartment is $2,260 at Pacific Gardens Genesee.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in University City is starting from $2,598 at Town Park Villas.

What is the most affordable University City Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap University City Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Valentia and starts from $4,215.

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