Cheap Apartments for Rent in the University Heights Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $1,200 (18 Rentals)

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4424 Mississippi St
1 Bedroom Apartments

4424 Mississippi St

4424 Mississippi StSan Diego, CA 92116
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4658-4666 North AveSan Diego, CA 92116
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Sapphire Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Sapphire Apartments

1440 Lincoln AveSan Diego, CA 92103
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1021 Hayes Ave
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1021 Hayes Ave

1021 Hayes AveSan Diego, CA 92103
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4533 North Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

4533 North Ave

4533 North AveSan Diego, CA 92116
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The Ray
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The Ray

4567 Texas StSan Diego, CA 92116

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University Heights, San Diego, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available University Heights Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the University Heights area of San Diego, CA is a Studio unit found at Georgia Modern priced from $1,965. Sleepy Hollow Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,095. Here are the most affordable University Heights apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Georgia Modern0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,965
Sleepy Hollow Apartments4201 Building 1 Bed / 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2,095
4th Ave ApartmentsModel B (Luxury Vinyl Flooring)1BR,1BA$2,195
Hilltop TerraceOne Bedroom - Remodeled1BR,1BA$2,198
Montecito Point1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2,198

Best Value Apartments for Rent in University Heights, CA

As of May 07, 2025 the best value apartment in the University Heights area is the $3.45 price per square foot The Grandeur Model at The Evelyn Townhomes: Luxe Living in the Hearth of North Park's Trendy Vibe in the in the Balboa Park neighborhood starting from $4,825. The second greatest value University Heights apartment is the Queen Model at River Front Condominium Rentals starting at $3,295 with a $3.28 price per square foot in the Balboa Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for University Heights apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Evelyn Townhomes: Luxe Living in the Hearth of North Park's Trendy VibeThe Grandeur3BR,2BA$3.45
River Front Condominium RentalsQueen2BR,2BA$3.28
4118 Texas St2/12BR,1BA$3.13
Metro Mission ValleyA11BR,1BA$3.60
The WarwickPanama1BR,1BA$3.92
4th Ave ApartmentsModel B (Luxury Vinyl Flooring)1BR,1BA$3.43
Fora1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$3.98
Arbor Crest on FourthOne Bedroom, One Bath1BR,1BA$3.59
Montecito Point1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$3.55
Sleepy Hollow Apartments4201 Building 1 Bed / 1 Bath1BR,1BA$4.22

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
University Heights, San Diego, CA

Ranked #28

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
Pet Friendly

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Lifestyle Ratings

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Getting Around the University Heights Neighborhood in San Diego, CA

Walk Score®

91 / 100

Walker’s Paradise

Daily errands do not require a car

Bike Score®

76 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

50 / 100

Good Transit

Many nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap University Heights Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in University Heights?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in University Heights is at Georgia Modern listed at $1,965.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom University Heights Apartment is $2,095 at Sleepy Hollow Apartments.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in University Heights is starting from $2,395 at Sleepy Hollow Apartments.

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