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Cheap Apartments for Rent in San Diego, CA

11,873 Rentals
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  1. Building Photo - Victory on Paseo
    Price Drop. $263 Off
    3 BEDS
    $930+
    4 BEDS
    $910+
    5 BEDS
    $792+

    Victory on Paseo

    5505 Lindo Paseo, San Diego, CA 92115
  5. Building Photo - Paseo Place
    3 BEDS
    $900+
    4 BEDS
    $1,329+
    6 BEDS
    $1,899+

    Paseo Place

    5665 Lindo Paseo, San Diego, CA 92115
  14. Standard remodeled unit - Peachtree Inn
    Exceptional Value
    STUDIO
    $1,062

    Peachtree Inn

    901 F St, San Diego, CA 92101
  20. Building Photo - 5964 Baja Dr
    7 BEDS, 3 BATHS
    $1,200

    5964 Baja Dr

    5964 Baja Dr, San Diego, CA 92115
  39. Building Photo - 134 Demona Pl
    STUDIO, 1 BATH
    $1,400

    134 Demona Pl

    134 Demona Pl, Spring Valley, CA 91977
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San Diego at a Glance

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$2,349
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46

Some Transit

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57

Somewhat Bikeable

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San Diego, CA Cheap Apartments for Rent

When looking for cheap apartments in San Diego, Apartment Finder is your deal-hunting partner. Whether you’re looking for a studio, a one-bedroom, or a two-bedroom apartment, you want the best place at the right price. We have a great selection of budget-friendly apartments for rent, and we’ll show you which apartments offer the best value when compared to other apartments in San Diego.

Finding a rental that fits your budget without compromising on quality can seem like a challenge, but Apartment Finder makes it easy to discover cheap apartments with all the features you want. To find an apartment you can afford, try looking in less popular neighborhoods outside of the city center. Timing is everything when searching for rentals that are affordable, so look at different times of the day, different days of the week and (if you can wait) certain months like December through March. When you find an apartment with a great price, don’t hesitate! Cheap apartments tend to go very quickly.

Affordability doens't have to equal sacrifice. While it’s important to be flexible, you might not have to give up as much as you think. You can find a cheap apartment for rent, complete with must-have amenities such as paid utilities and an in-unit washer and dryer. Click on any of these properties to see photos and floor plans, read reviews, check out the rent calculator, and learn more about the neighborhood with information on nearby parks, shopping malls, and transit stops. With 750 cheap apartments available in San Diego Apartment Finder is the place to find your next rental.

Renting in San Diego

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Getting Around San Diego

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74

Very Walkable

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You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you need a car.
57

Bikeable

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You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you'll most likely want your car for most errands.
46

Some Transit

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You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.
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Education

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Torrey Pines High

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
2,614 Students
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Canyon Crest Academy

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
2,336 Students
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Westview High

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
2,257 Students
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Scripps Ranch High

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
1,984 Students
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Patrick Henry High School

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
2,607 Students
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Marshall Middle

Public Middle School

Public
Grades 6-8
1,317 Students
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Pacific Trails Middle

Public Middle School

Public
Grades 7-8
919 Students
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Carmel Valley Middle

Public Middle School

Public
Grades 7-8
768 Students
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Oak Valley Middle

Public Middle School

Public
Grades 6-8
1,515 Students
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Mesa Verde Middle

Public Middle School

Public
Grades 6-8
1,040 Students
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Dailard Elementary

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-5
520 Students
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Ocean Beach Elementary

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-4
397 Students
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Carmel Creek Elementary

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-3
361 Students
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Scripps Elementary

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-5
742 Students
GreatSchools Rating
Jerabek Elementary

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-5
644 Students

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