Cheap Homes for Rent in Uptown San Diego Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $1,600 (12 Rentals)

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property at 3742 6th Ave

3742 6th Ave

San DiegoCA92103
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1646 Brookes Ave

San DiegoCA92103

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3602 Louisiana St

San DiegoCA92104

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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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
3942 8th AveStudioStudio,$1,050
The Marquis at HillcrestThe UniversityStudio,1BA$1,600
Studios on 6th3560 studiosStudio,1BA$1,695
Hillcrest Regency 55+ Community1 x 11BR,1BA$1,750
Georgia Modern0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,965

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Uptown San Diego, CA

As of May 11, 2025 the best value apartment in the Uptown San Diego area is the $3.36 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 $4,695. 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 Grandeur3BR,2BA$3.36
Lofts at 734 University AveHuge Loft Units1BR,1BA$2.27
Park DiplomatTwo Bedroom - Two Bathrooms2BR,2BA$3.26
1718 Robinson Ave, Unit 17181718 Robinson Ave2BR,1BA$2.85
4118 Texas St2/12BR,1BA$3.13
Villa Marquette2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$3.19
3550 Park2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$3.56
The WarwickPanama1BR,1BA$3.92
The Anderson - Live in the heart of Hillcrest1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$3.68
Hillcrest Regency 55+ Community1 x 11BR,1BA$3.50

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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 736 Apartments for Rent in Uptown San Diego, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,050 to $5,701. There are also 40 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Uptown San Diego ranging from $1,650 to $6,300.

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 $1,650 to $6,300 with an average monthly rent of $3,755.

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