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property at 5634 Mary Ln Dr

5634 Mary Ln Dr

San DiegoCA92115
property at 7423 Salizar St

7423 Salizar St

San DiegoCA92111
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514 Luna Dr

OceansideCA92057
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Cheapest Available San Diego County Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in San Diego County, CA is a 3 Beds unit found at The Rive San Diego in the Rolando neighborhood priced from $925. 11370 Travis Pl in the Mira Mesa neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,000. Here is today’s list of the most affordable San Diego County apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Rive San Diego3x3 A3BR,3BA$925
11370 Travis Pl11370 Travis Pl1BR,1BA$1,000
3942 8th AveStudioStudio,$1,050
Peachtree InnStandardStudio,1BA$1,062
Fallbrook TrailsStudioStudio,1BA$1,326
Rosewood ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,350
Vista PalmsVista Palms 0+1sStudio,1BA$1,395
Terrace Gardens Apartments - Seniors 55+One Bedroom One Bath1BR,1BA$1,400
900-910 Manchester St1/1 Small1BR,1BA$1,446
Casa De Oro Senior ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,450

Best Value Apartments for Rent in San Diego County, CA

As of March 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the San Diego County area is the $1.91 price per square foot 6489 Rainbow Heights Rd Model at 6489 Rainbow Heights Rd in the in the Calder Ranch neighborhood starting from $4,620. The second greatest value San Diego County apartment is the 4 Bedroom 2.5 Bath Model at San Onofre 1 starting at $2,694 with a $1.56 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for San Diego County apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
6489 Rainbow Heights Rd6489 Rainbow Heights Rd3BR,2.5BA$1.91
San Onofre 14 Bedroom 2.5 Bath4BR,2.5BA$1.56
Santa Fe TownhomesA2BR,2.5BA$2.02
The Highlands - Main Office2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$2.00
Fountain Estates Apartments2x2 Small2BR,2BA$1.97
Courtyard on 68thA2BR,2BA$1.92
HS Grand Ave2/12BR,1BA$1.93
Paseo Place2x2 Shared2BR,2BA$1.29
Amber Woods2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$2.08
Westside ApartmentsOne Bed One Bath1BR,1BA$2.07

Frequently Asked Questions about San Diego County

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

There are currently 15139 Apartments for Rent in San Diego County, CA with pricing that ranges from $768 to $60,000. There are also 2164 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in San Diego County ranging from $650 to $100,000.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in San Diego County ranges from $650 to $100,000 with an average monthly rent of $13,168.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in San Diego County?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in San Diego County range from $979 to $27,375, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,300 to $60,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,095 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $850.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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