What does "Cheap" mean for Apartment rentals in University City, CA?

Cheap is a relative term to communicate more "affordable" rental and living expenses. Although a property might be found within the "Cheap and Affordable Apartments" search, does not mean it is a low-quality rental. These more affordable apartments are also relative to the other apartment inventory within University City. Some areas will be cheaper than others and based on demand, rent will fluctuate.

How to search for Cheap and Affordable Apartments in University City, CA?

When searching on HotPads for more affordable apartments, use the "Sort:" feature to sort apartments by Lowest Price for University City. Additionally, set a max price for your search and select "Save search" to be notified in real-time when "cheaper" apartments come on the market.

What are some additional tips for securing a "cheaper" apartment?

Although a larger multi-tenant building is less likely to negotiate rental terms there are a few things that don't hurt to try, including: Offer to sign a longer lease for lowered monthly rent Negotiate landscaping or property maintenance for lowered monthly rent Ask about becoming an onsite property manager Educate yourself regarding the apartment rental market and market rates in University City. Knowing this will help you accurately negotiate fair rent.

Affordable Apartments for Rent in University City, San Diego, CA from $1,500

Q: How many cheaper, more affordable apartments are available in University City, CA?

There are 589 cheaper apartment units available for rent.

6350 Genesee Ave #220, San Diego, CA 92122
$1,500/mo
1 bed · 1 bath · 578 sq ft
6350 Genesee Ave #220San Diego, CA 92122
Call(619) 407-9131
6330 Genesee Ave, San Diego, CA 92122
$1,700/mo
1 bed · 1 bath · 578 sq ft
6330 Genesee AveSan Diego, CA 92122
Combe Way Commons, San Diego, CA 92122
$1,841/mo
Studio · 1 units available
Combe Way CommonsSan Diego, CA 92122
Call(619) 695-0426
3927 Nobel Dr #35, San Diego, CA 92122
$2,100/mo
Studio · 1 bath · 420 sq ft
3927 Nobel Dr #35San Diego, CA 92122
Call(858) 923-2012
6228 Syracuse Ln, San Diego, CA 92122
$2,150/mo
Studio · 1 bath · 440 sq ft
6228 Syracuse LnSan Diego, CA 92122
Special Offer
6112 Travers Way #1, San Diego, CA 92122
$2,195/mo
1 bed · 1 bath · 375 sq ft
6112 Travers Way #1San Diego, CA 92122
3440 Lebon Dr #4211, San Diego, CA 92122
$2,200/mo
1 bed · 1 bath · 600 sq ft
3440 Lebon Dr #4211San Diego, CA 92122
3550 Lebon Dr #6211, San Diego, CA 92122
$2,250/mo
1 bed · 1 bath · 535 sq ft
3550 Lebon Dr #6211San Diego, CA 92122
Mirada at La Jolla Colony Apartments, San Diego, CA 92122
$2,308+ /mo
1 - 2 beds · 26 units available
Mirada at La Jolla Colony ApartmentsSan Diego, CA 92122
New Today
Allina La Jolla, San Diego, CA 92122
$2,316+ /mo
1 - 2 beds · 26 units available
Allina La JollaSan Diego, CA 92122
$1,500 Off
Charmant Dr, San Diego, CA 92122
$2,350/mo
1 bed · 1 bath · 709 sq ft
Charmant DrSan Diego, CA 92122
Whispering Pines, San Diego, CA 92122
$2,395+ /mo
1 - 2 beds · 1 bath · 700 - 900 sq ft
Whispering PinesSan Diego, CA 92122
Axiom La Jolla, San Diego, CA 92122
$2,396+ /mo
1 - 2 beds · 9 units available
Axiom La JollaSan Diego, CA 92122
New Today
2921 Renault St, San Diego, CA 92122
$2,400/mo
1 bed · 1 bath · 450 sq ft
2921 Renault StSan Diego, CA 92122
3929 Nobel Dr #89, San Diego, CA 92122
$2,400/mo
1 bed · 1 bath · 600 sq ft
3929 Nobel Dr #89San Diego, CA 92122
La Jolla Canyon Apartments, San Diego, CA 92121
$2,465+ /mo
1 - 2 beds · 7 units available
La Jolla Canyon ApartmentsSan Diego, CA 92121
New Today
Town Park Villas Senior Living, San Diego, CA 92122
$2,478+ /mo
1 - 2 beds · 5 units available
Town Park Villas Senior LivingSan Diego, CA 92122
Special Offer
Canyon Park, San Diego, CA 92121
$2,495/mo
1 bed · 2 units available
Canyon ParkSan Diego, CA 92121
4095 Rosenda Ct, San Diego, CA 92122
$2,499/mo
1 bed · 1 bath · 695 sq ft
4095 Rosenda CtSan Diego, CA 92122
8889 Caminito Plaza Centro #7333, San Diego, CA 92122
$2,500/mo
1 bed · 1 bath · 723 sq ft
8889 Caminito Plaza Centro #7333San Diego, CA 92122
8308 Regents Rd #1B, San Diego, CA 92122
$2,550/mo
2 beds · 1 bath · 844 sq ft
8308 Regents Rd #1BSan Diego, CA 92122
7405 Charmant Dr #2211, San Diego, CA 92122
$2,550/mo
1 bed · 1 bath · 704 sq ft
7405 Charmant Dr #2211San Diego, CA 92122
6102 Gullstrand St, San Diego, CA 92122
$2,575/mo
2 beds · 1 bath · 845 sq ft
6102 Gullstrand StSan Diego, CA 92122
Veranda La Jolla, San Diego, CA 92122
$2,588+ /mo
1 - 2 beds · 12 units available
Veranda La JollaSan Diego, CA 92122
$500 Off
La Jolla Nobel, San Diego, CA 92122
$2,605+ /mo
1 bed · 5 units available
La Jolla NobelSan Diego, CA 92122
$4,200 Off
The Villas of Renaissance, San Diego, CA 92122
$2,620+ /mo
Studio - 3 beds · 55 units available
The Villas of RenaissanceSan Diego, CA 92122
New Today
Village View, San Diego, CA 92122
$2,625+ /mo
1 - 2 beds · 1 bath · 700 - 900 sq ft
Village ViewSan Diego, CA 92122
La Jolla View, San Diego, CA 92122
$2,625+ /mo
1 - 2 beds · 1 bath · 700 - 900 sq ft
La Jolla ViewSan Diego, CA 92122
La Jolla Terrace, San Diego, CA 92122
$2,625+ /mo
1 - 2 beds · 1 bath · 700 - 900 sq ft
La Jolla TerraceSan Diego, CA 92122
La Jolla Crossroads Apartments, San Diego, CA 92122
$2,650+ /mo
Studio - 3 beds · 23 units available
La Jolla Crossroads ApartmentsSan Diego, CA 92122
New Today
La Jolla Blue Apartments, San Diego, CA 92122
$2,677+ /mo
1 - 2 beds · 1 - 2 baths · 687 - 981 sq ft
La Jolla Blue ApartmentsSan Diego, CA 92122
Elan - Terraza La Jolla, San Diego, CA 92122
$2,695+ /mo
1 - 2 beds · 4 units available
Elan - Terraza La JollaSan Diego, CA 92122
Special Offer
Avalon La Jolla Colony, San Diego, CA 92122
$2,700+ /mo
1 - 2 beds · 10 units available
Avalon La Jolla ColonySan Diego, CA 92122
Special Offer
La Jolla Park East, San Diego, CA 92122
$2,700+ /mo
1 - 2 beds · 3 units available
La Jolla Park EastSan Diego, CA 92122
Nobel Court, San Diego, CA 92122
$2,800+ /mo
1 - 2 beds · 7 units available
Nobel CourtSan Diego, CA 92122
Price Drop
4015 Porte La Paz #135, San Diego, CA 92122
$2,800/mo
2 beds · 1 bath · 806 sq ft
4015 Porte La Paz #135San Diego, CA 92122
7851 Camino Noguera, San Diego, CA 92122
$2,800/mo
2 beds · 1.5 baths · 945 sq ft
7851 Camino NogueraSan Diego, CA 92122
Costa Verde Village Apartments, San Diego, CA 92122
$2,810+ /mo
1 - 3 beds · 24 units available
Costa Verde Village ApartmentsSan Diego, CA 92122
New Today
3520 Lebon Dr #5307, San Diego, CA 92122
$2,850/mo
1 bed · 1 bath · 600 sq ft
3520 Lebon Dr #5307San Diego, CA 92122
3969 Nobel Dr #267, San Diego, CA 92122
$2,895/mo
1 bed · 1 bath · 600 sq ft
3969 Nobel Dr #267San Diego, CA 92122