Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Uptown District San Diego, CA from $1,000 (36 Rentals)
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Hillcrest Regency 55+ Community

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3580 Fourth Ave

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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 | $2,271 | $1,050 | $3,095 |
Uptown District 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,878 | $1,698 | $5,808 |
Uptown District 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,916 | $2,500 | $10,000+ |
Uptown District 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,353 | $3,850 | $4,982 |
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There are currently 36 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Uptown District Neighborhood of San Diego, CA.
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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 3942 8th Ave priced from $1,050. Sleepy Hollow Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,595. 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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3942 8th Ave | Studio | Studio, | $1,050 |
Sleepy Hollow Apartments | 4201 Building Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,595 |
The Marquis at Hillcrest | The University | Studio,1BA | $1,600 |
Studios on 6th | 3560 studios | Studio,1BA | $1,695 |
Hillcrest Regency 55+ Community | 1 x 1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,850 |
Georgia Modern | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,965 |
Aspen Park Apartments | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,995 |
Park View Hillcrest | studio | Studio,1BA | $2,045 |
The Anderson - Live in the heart of Hillcrest | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $2,095 |
Hillcrest Place | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,098 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Uptown District, CA
As of March 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the Uptown District area is the $2.42 price per square foot Huge Loft Units Model at Lofts at 734 University Ave in the in the Balboa Park neighborhood starting from $3,200. The second greatest value Uptown District apartment is the Royal Model at River Front Condominium Rentals starting at $3,500 with a $3.41 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 | $2.42 |
River Front Condominium Rentals | Royal | 2BR,2BA | $3.41 |
Park Diplomat | Two Bedroom - Two Bathrooms | 2BR,2BA | $3.33 |
1718 Robinson Ave, Unit 1718 | 1718 Robinson Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.85 |
4th Ave Apartments | Model E | 2BR,2BA | $3.24 |
Stanton House Apartments | 1 bedroom, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.82 |
The Margo | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.51 |
Arbor Crest on Fourth | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.86 |
The Anderson - Live in the heart of Hillcrest | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $3.81 |
Hillcrest Regency 55+ Community | 1 x 1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.70 |
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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 3942 8th Ave listed at $1,050.
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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