Cheapest apartments & houses for rent in San Diego County, CA
The median gross rent in San Diego County is $2,011 — 56% above the California state median. It ranks #46 of 57 counties for affordability.
Median rent$2,011
1-bedroom$1,698
2-bedroom$2,068
3-bedroom$2,557
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How to find the cheapest rent in San Diego County
- Target the $1,698–$2,068 range. That spans typical 1- and 2-bedroom rents here, so anything well under it is a genuine deal.
- Compare nearby counties. Rents can swing a lot across a county line — the list below shows cheaper options within California.
- Look off-peak. Winter months (Nov–Feb) usually bring the lowest asking rents and the most negotiable landlords.
- Check income-based options. If rent here runs high, HUD-supported and income-restricted units can cut costs substantially.
Cheaper counties near San Diego County
- Modoc County$796
- Trinity County$928
- Imperial County$961
- Glenn County$978
- Siskiyou County$984