
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Uptown District San Diego, CA from $1,100 (35 Rentals)
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The Marquis at Hillcrest

1238 Lincoln Ave, Unit 1240

Hilltop Terrace

Hillcrest Regency 55+ Community

Georgia Modern

55+ Senior Living- Georgia Regency Apartments

Aspen Park Apartments

Park View Hillcrest
Uptown District, San Diego, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Uptown District?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Uptown District Studio Apartments | $2,352 | $1,425 | $3,650 |
Uptown District 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,873 | $1,695 | $6,570 |
Uptown District 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,832 | $2,175 | $7,150 |
Uptown District 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,972 | $3,850 | $4,095 |
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Cheapest Available Uptown District Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Uptown District area of San Diego, CA is a Studio unit found at The Marquis at Hillcrest priced from $1,600. Hilltop Terrace has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,698. Here are the most affordable Uptown District apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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The Marquis at Hillcrest | The University | Studio,1BA | $1,600 |
Hilltop Terrace | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,698 |
Studios on 6th | 3560 studios | Studio,1BA | $1,745 |
Sixth | 0/1 | Studio,1BA | $1,750 |
3960-3962 1st Avenue | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,850 |
Hillcrest Regency 55+ Community | 1 x 1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,850 |
Sapphire Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,895 |
Hillcrest Place | Studio A | Studio,1BA | $1,898 |
Aspen Park Apartments | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,995 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Uptown District, CA
As of February 21, 2025 the best value apartment in the Uptown District area is the $2.46 price per square foot Huge Loft Units Model at Lofts at 734 University Ave in the in the Balboa Park neighborhood starting from $3,250. The second greatest value Uptown District apartment is the 1 Bedroom Model at The Flame Apartments starting at $3,200 with a $2.91 price per square foot in the Balboa Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Uptown District apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Lofts at 734 University Ave | Huge Loft Units | 1BR,1BA | $2.46 |
The Flame Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.91 |
River Front Condominium Rentals | Royal | 2BR,2BA | $3.28 |
1718 Robinson Ave, Unit 1718 | 1718 Robinson Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.85 |
Park Diplomat | Two Bedrooms - One & Half Bathrooms | 2BR,1.5BA | $3.17 |
Stanton House Apartments | 1 bedroom, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.82 |
Sleepy Hollow Apartments | 4225 Building - 2 Bed / 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $3.23 |
4093 1st Avenue, Unit #2 | 4093 1st Avenue | 1BR,1BA | $3.12 |
Villa Pacifica | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.45 |
Sixth | 0/1 | Studio ,1BA | $2.92 |
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Lifestyle Ratings
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Uptown District Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Uptown District?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Uptown District is at The Marquis at Hillcrest listed at $1,600.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Uptown District Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Uptown District Apartment is $1,850 at Hillcrest Regency 55+ Community.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Uptown District Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Uptown District is starting from $2,495 at Sleepy Hollow Apartments.
What is the most affordable Uptown District Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Uptown District Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at and starts from $3,850.
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