Cheap Homes for Rent in University City Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $1,300 (14 Rentals)

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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
Mirada at La Jolla Colony ApartmentsMadrid (Renovated)1BR,1BA$2,287
Torrey Pines VillagePlan A1BR,1BA$2,300
Veranda La Jolla1X11BR,1BA$2,344

Best Value Apartments for Rent in University City, CA

As of April 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the University City area is the $3.47 price per square foot Valentia Plan 3A Model at Valentia in the in the University City neighborhood starting from $4,392. The second greatest value University City apartment is the Regency Model at Towers at Costa Verde starting at $3,085 with a $3.14 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.
ValentiaValentia Plan 3A3BR,2BA$3.47
Towers at Costa VerdeRegency1BR,1BA$3.14
La RegenciaPinnacle1BR,1BA$3.04
Town Park VillasRosemarie2BR,1BA$3.07
La Jolla Terrace1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$3.42
La Jolla Blue Apartments1Bed 1 Bath 687sf1BR,1BA$3.63
Torrey Pines VillagePlan A1BR,1BA$3.43
Allina La Jolla1 Bed, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$3.65
Pacific Gardens Genesee1 Bedroom / 1 Bath1BR,1BA$3.48
Veranda La Jolla1X11BR,1BA$3.66

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Frequently Asked Questions about University City

What type of rentals are currently available in University City?

There are currently 103 Apartments for Rent in University City, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,400 to $12,830. There are also 77 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in University City ranging from $1,300 to $7,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in University City?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in University City ranges from $1,300 to $7,500 with an average monthly rent of $3,895.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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