Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Uptown San Diego Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $1,000 (18 Rentals)
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The Marquis at Hillcrest

Hillcrest Regency 55+ Community

4141-4147 Texas St
Uptown San Diego, San Diego, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Uptown San Diego?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Uptown San Diego Studio Apartments | $2,137 | $1,050 | $2,674 |
Uptown San Diego 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,826 | $1,850 | $3,746 |
Uptown San Diego 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,767 | $1,899 | $5,786 |
Uptown San Diego 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,965 | $3,850 | $4,095 |
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There are currently 18 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Uptown San Diego Neighborhood of San Diego, CA.
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Cheapest Available Uptown San Diego Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Uptown San Diego area of San Diego, CA is a Studio unit found at 3942 8th Ave priced from $1,050. The Marquis at Hillcrest has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,600. Here are the most affordable Uptown San Diego 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 |
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 |
Sixth | 0/1 | Studio,1BA | $1,850 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Uptown San Diego, CA
As of March 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the Uptown San Diego area is the $2.27 price per square foot Huge Loft Units Model at Lofts at 734 University Ave in the in the Balboa Park neighborhood starting from $3,000. The second greatest value Uptown San Diego apartment is the Two Bedroom - Two Bathrooms Model at Park Diplomat starting at $3,375 with a $3.33 price per square foot in the Balboa Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Uptown San Diego 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 | $2.27 |
Park Diplomat | Two Bedroom - Two Bathrooms | 2BR,2BA | $3.33 |
1718 Robinson Ave, Unit 1718 | 1718 Robinson Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.85 |
4118 Texas St | 2/1 | 2BR,1BA | $3.02 |
Summit on Georgia | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $3.98 |
Stanton House Apartments | 1 bedroom, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.82 |
EITOL | 300 | 1BR,1BA | $4.00 |
Sixth | 0/1 | Studio ,1BA | $3.08 |
Sleepy Hollow Apartments | 4225 Building - 1 Bed / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.92 |
Hillcrest Regency 55+ Community | 1 x 1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.70 |
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Getting Around the Uptown San Diego Neighborhood in San Diego, CA
Walk Score®
94 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
68 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
55 / 100
Good Transit
Many 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 Uptown San Diego Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Uptown San Diego?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Uptown San Diego is at 3942 8th Ave listed at $1,050.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Uptown San Diego Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Uptown San Diego Apartment is $1,850 at Hillcrest Regency 55+ Community.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Uptown San Diego Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Uptown San Diego is starting from $1,899 at 4141-4147 Texas St.
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