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3980 8th Ave

San DiegoCA92103
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Uptown San Diego, San Diego, CA Local Guide

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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
3942 8th AveStudioStudio,$1,050
The Marquis at HillcrestThe UniversityStudio,1BA$1,600
Studios on 6th3560 studiosStudio,1BA$1,695
Harvey Hillcrest402Studio,1BA$1,825
Hillcrest Regency 55+ Community1 x 11BR,1BA$1,850

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Uptown San Diego, CA

As of April 15, 2025 the best value apartment in the Uptown San Diego area is the $2.93 price per square foot The Allure 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 $4,725. The second greatest value Uptown San Diego apartment is the Huge Loft Units Model at Lofts at 734 University Ave starting at $3,000 with a $2.27 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Evelyn Townhomes: Luxe Living in the Hearth of North Park's Trendy VibeThe Allure2BR,2BA$2.93
Lofts at 734 University AveHuge Loft Units1BR,1BA$2.27
The Park2X2A2BR,2BA$3.53
Park DiplomatTwo Bedroom - Two Bathrooms2BR,2BA$3.33
MoDE2-A2BR,2BA$4.03
Stanton House Apartments1 bedroom, 1 bath1BR,1BA$2.82
Summit on Georgia1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$3.87
BF Texas - Casa Helena1/11BR,1BA$3.17
Sleepy Hollow Apartments4225 Building - 1 Bed / 1 Bath1BR,1BA$3.92
Hillcrest Regency 55+ Community1 x 11BR,1BA$3.70

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Frequently Asked Questions about Uptown San Diego

What type of rentals are currently available in Uptown San Diego?

There are currently 735 Apartments for Rent in Uptown San Diego, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,050 to $6,200. There are also 39 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Uptown San Diego ranging from $1,995 to $5,995.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Uptown San Diego?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Uptown San Diego ranges from $1,995 to $5,995 with an average monthly rent of $3,798.

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