Save This Search

Cheap Apartments for Rent in San Diego, CA

355 Rentals Available
Cheap Apartments for Rent in San Diego, CA. 355 Rentals Available
Apartments Under $600 Apartments Under $1,100 Apartments Under $1,300 Apartments Under $1,500 Apartments Under $1,800 Apartments Under $1,900

Apartments Under $600

  • a small bedroom with a bed and a rug and a nightstand with pillows
    Today

    536 5Th Avenue, San Diego, CA 92101
    STUDIO $512

Apartments Under $1,100

Apartments Under $1,300

  • the logo for walwood properties with a tree and buildings
    Today

    4315-21 N. 51ST ST., SAN DIEGO, CA 92115
    STUDIO $1,200
    1 BED $1,500

Apartments Under $1,500

  • the logo for walwood properties with a tree and buildings
    Today

    4212 ALTADENA AVE, SAN DIEGO, CA 92115
    1 BED $1,500
    2 BEDS $1,450+
  • an apartment building with palm trees and a courtyard
    Today

    3350 Rosecrans St, San Diego, CA 92110
    STUDIO $1,450
    1 BED $1,825

Apartments Under $1,800

Apartments Under $1,900

  • a living room with a couch and a desk with a chair
    Today

    6263 Acorn St., San Diego, CA 92115
    1 BED $1,940+
    2 BEDS $2,475+
  • a living room with a couch and chairs and a table
    Today

    1399 9Th Ave, San Diego, CA 92101
    STUDIO $1,942+
    1 BED $2,311+
    2 BEDS $2,842+
  • 7717 LINDA VISTA RD Studio-1 Bed Apartment for Rent
    Today

    7717 LINDA VISTA RD, SAN DIEGO, CA 92111
    STUDIO $1,945
    1 BED $2,170
  • 2220 Market St 1-2 Beds Apartment for Rent
    Today

    2220 Market St, San Diego, CA 92102
    1 BED $1,975
    2 BEDS $2,190
  • a large living room with couches and a pool table
    Today

    2420 Cardinal Drive, San Diego, CA 92123
    STUDIO $1,975
    1 BED $2,125+
    2 BEDS $2,575
  • Renting has its Rewards
    Start earning points to redeem on travel, experiences, gift cards, live events, and more!
    Earn points for:
    Internet and Entertainment
    Utilities
    Insurance
    Learn more
  • a building with a sidewalk in front of it
    Today

    4531 Logan Ave, San Diego, CA 92113
    Income Restricted
    2 BEDS $1,980
    3 BEDS Ask for Pricing
  • a kitchen with white cabinets and a sink
    Today

    244 50Th Street, San Diego, CA 92102
    1 BED $2,000
    2 BEDS $2,195
  • a living room with a white couch and a large window
    Today

    707 Tenth Avenue, San Diego, CA 92101
    STUDIO $2,026+
    1 BED $2,966+
    2 BEDS $2,851+
  • a living room with a fireplace and a tv
    Today

    840 17Th Street, San Diego, CA 92101
    1 BED $2,059+
    2 BEDS $2,884+
  • a kitchen with white cabinets and a stainless steel refrigerator
    Today

    4240 46Th Street, San Diego, CA 92115
    1 BED $2,100
  • a kitchen with white cabinets and a stove and a sink
    Today

    3553 43Rd Street, San Diego, CA 92105
    2 BEDS $2,150
  • Interactive banner rent
    What is your max rent budget?
  • a rendering of a living room and dining room with a table and chairs
    Today

    4250 Oregon St, San Diego, CA 92104
    STUDIO $2,199
    1 BED $2,999+
    2 BEDS Ask for Pricing
  • a living room with a orange couch and a window
    Today

    899 Park Blvd., San Diego, CA 92101
    STUDIO $2,260+
    1 BED $2,425+
    2 BEDS Ask for Pricing
  • a living room with a blue couch and a chair and a table
    Today

    3801 Marquette Place #2N, San Diego, CA 92106
    1 BED $2,305+
    2 BEDS $2,884+
  • a living room with a couch and a chair and a rug
    Today

    4580 Zion Ave, San Diego, CA 92120
    1 BED $2,325+
    2 BEDS Ask for Pricing
  • a living room with a couch and a table
    Today

    9830 Reagan Road, San Diego, CA 92126
    1 BED $2,350
    2 BEDS $2,895
  • our apartments have a kitchen and living room with a table
    Today

    229 16Th St, San Diego, CA 92101
    1 BED $2,350+
    2 BEDS $2,999+
  • Interactive banner bedroom
    How many bedrooms are you
    looking for?
  • a living room with a couch and a television
    Today

    220 47Th Street Apt. C, San Diego, CA 92102
    2 BEDS $2,359+
    4 BEDS Ask for Pricing
  • a living room with couches and chairs and a table
    Today

    655 Sixth Avenue, San Diego, CA 92101
    STUDIO $2,417+
    1 BED $2,747+
    2 BEDS $3,412+
  • a living room with a couch and a tv
    Today

    10845 Via Los Narcisos, San Diego, CA 92129
    2 BEDS $2,480+
    3 BEDS $3,465+
  • a living room with a couch and a table
    Today

    1100 Dennery Rd, San Diego, CA 92154
    1 BED $2,485+
    2 BEDS $2,740+
    3 BEDS $3,440+
  • a living room with a couch and a table
    Today

    4440 Twain Ave, San Diego, CA 92120
    STUDIO $2,513+
    1 BED $2,503+
    2 BEDS $3,285+
  • a living room with a couch and a table and a window
    Today

    3845 Nobel Drive, San Diego, CA 92122
    STUDIO Ask for Pricing
    1 BED $2,666+
    2 BEDS $3,428+
  • a living room with furniture and a television
    Today

    3884 1/2 Caminito Aguilar, San Diego, CA 92111
    2 BEDS $2,840+
    3 BEDS $3,285+
  • a kitchen with stainless steel appliances and white cabinets
    Today

    5747 Lauretta Street, San Diego, CA 92110
    STUDIO Ask for Pricing
    1 BED Ask for Pricing
  • a kitchen with a white refrigerator and a stove
    Today

    5344 Rex Avenue, San Diego, CA 92105
  • a kitchen with white cabinets and a stove and a microwave
    Today

    3717 Van Dyke Avenue, San Diego, CA 92105
  • a living room with couches and chairs and a wall with a flower mural
    Today

    4234 Mississippi Street, San Diego, CA 92104
    STUDIO Ask for Pricing
    1 BED Ask for Pricing
    2 BEDS Ask for Pricing
42-0-city
Nice work, you've checked out every rental here! Expand your search to find your happy place.

Save Search

Local Guides for Renters

Getting around in San Diego, CA

32 /100
Car-Dependent
26 /100
Some Transit
12 /100
Somewhat Bikeable
Walk Score®: 32, Transit Score®: 26, Bike Score®: 12

Frequently asked questions

What is the price of a cheap apartment in San Diego, CA?

The price range of a cheap apartment is between $700 and $10,000.

How many cheap rentals are available in San Diego, CA on RentCafe?

There are 308 cheap rentals available on RentCafe. Prices and availability in San Diego, CA were last updated on 19 Feb 2026.

What is the average size of a cheap apartment in San Diego, CA?

The average San Diego, CA cheap apartment size is 629 sq. ft.

What are the advantages of renting a cheap apartment in San Diego, CA?

Cheap apartments in San Diego, CA are usually less expensive, smaller, and easier to maintain. They also come with lower utility costs.

What are the downsides of renting a cheap apartment in San Diego, CA?

A cheap apartment in San Diego, CA offers little storage space and fewer amenities compared to other apartments.

Look for cheap apartments near me

Finding the right apartment as far as size and location go is one aspect of apartment searching, but making sure that it provides all that you need within a reasonable price is another. On RentCafe, you can search for cheap apartments near you and ensure that you find one that suites your needs. Worried the neighborhood or city you are looking to move to is known to have higher rents? You can browse our listings and find the cheap apartments in any location, whether you are looking at a specific neighborhood, ZIP code, or city.

The perfect apartment for you is out there, either near you or anywhere in the U.S. that you are looking to move to. So, let's find the one that satisfies your wants and needs, but that also comes at an affordable price.

Looking for a cheap apartment for rent in San Diego, CA? With RentCafe, finding an affordable apartment in San Diego, CA has never been easier. We feature 355 low-priced rentals directly from property managers, with rents lower than the San Diego, CA average. What is a cheap rent in San Diego, CA? The average apartment rent in San Diego is $2,958 per month so any rental south of $2,367 would be considered cheap here. On RentCafe, San Diego, CA rents go as low as $512/mo.

Finding a home nearby is easier than you think. Check out our Apartments Near Me page and take your pick!