1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in San Diego, CA (5,236 Rentals)

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San Diego, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in San Diego?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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San Diego Studio Apartments | $2,435 | $1,033 | $10,000+ |
San Diego 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,873 | $1,042 | $10,000+ |
San Diego 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,649 | $855 | $10,000+ |
San Diego 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,615 | $750 | $10,000+ |
San Diego 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,450 | $700 | $10,000+ |
San Diego 5 Bedroom Apartments | $4,658 | $792 | $10,000+ |
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San Diego 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood
Availability Confirmed As of: July 24, 2025There are currently 13658 available 1 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over San Diego, CA that range in price from $1,042 to $12,870. Balboa Park, Harborview and Downtown San Diego are the neighborhoods that currently have the most 1 Bedroom availability. Here is today's list of the top neighborhoods in San Diego with the most available 1 Bedroom apartments:
Neighborhood | Available Units | Median Price | Min Price |
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Balboa Park | 762 | $2,999 | $1,650 |
Harborview | 621 | $3,024 | $1,650 |
Downtown San Diego | 533 | $3,045 | $1,650 |
Burlingame | 472 | $2,929 | $1,650 |
Core-columbia | 462 | $3,016 | $1,695 |
Horton Plaza | 461 | $3,018 | $1,695 |
Gaslamp District | 446 | $3,005 | $1,695 |
Marina District | 431 | $3,018 | $1,700 |
Waterfront Condos | 429 | $3,209 | $1,675 |
Marina | 402 | $3,020 | $1,695 |
Largest Available San Diego 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in San Diego, CA is found at LUX by Garden in the Torrey Pines neighborhood and is 1,710 square feet priced from $6,440. Array La Mesa in the Fletcher Hills neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,430 square feet and currently listed start at $3,474. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in San Diego:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
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LUX by Garden | 1B-3 & 3A | 1,710 Sq Ft | $6,440 |
Array La Mesa | Live Work | 1,430 Sq Ft | $3,474 |
The Lindley | A1DTH | 1,375 Sq Ft | $9,037 |
The Village Mission Valley | Vista - Plan 4 | 1,365 Sq Ft | $4,670 |
Asano on Fourth - Bankers Hill/Little Italy | 1 Bedroom, 2 Bathrooms | 1,202 Sq Ft | $5,350 |
Marlowe Palomar Heights | TH-A10 | 1,190 Sq Ft | $3,685 |
The Wyatt Makers Quarter | UL3 | 1,190 Sq Ft | $3,999 |
Mission Hills Apartments | THE LARK | 1,182 Sq Ft | $3,710 |
Alexan Gallerie | A13 1x1 Loft | 1,117 Sq Ft | $3,720 |
Towers at Costa Verde | Meridian with Den Option | 967 Sq Ft | $3,375 |
Cheapest Available San Diego 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of July 24, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in San Diego, CA is the 1-bedroom Model starting from $831 at 8181 Allison in the Fletcher Hills neighborhood. The second most affordable San Diego 1 Bedroom is the 1 BED 1 BATH A Model at 1202 Pearl starting at $1,365 in the West End neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in San Diego is currently $2,873. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in San Diego:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
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8181 Allison | 1-bedroom | $831 |
1202 Pearl | 1 BED 1 BATH A | $1,365 |
Terrace Gardens Apartments - Seniors 55+ | One Bedroom One Bath | $1,400 |
Vista Lane Family Homes - Affordable Housing | 1-Bed/1-Bath - 50% AMI | $1,464 |
Cerro Carmel | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | $1,500 |
Anza Terrace - Seniors Only 55+ | One Bedroom - Downstairs | $1,500 |
Sundance Senior Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | $1,500 |
The Village at Lakeside (55+ Community) | 1 Bed, 1 bath | $1,565 |
Vida | Dahlia | $1,567 |
Del Pacifico Apartments | 1 Bedroom | $1,600 |
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San Diego Overview
San Diego is a major city on the Pacific Coast in Southern California and is adjacent to the Mexican border. Home to over 1.3 million people, San Diego is the eighth largest city in the United States and is nicknamed “America’s Finest City”. The major industries are military/defense, tourism, international trade, and manufacturing. There is also a wide variety of apartments in San Diego available for residents who move here to find a great place to call home.
Why live in San Diego, CA?
While the cost of living is higher than average in San Diego, the city offers near perfect weather year round, a wide variety of outdoors activities, beautiful beaches, museums and other cultural centers, and a professional sports events. Fans of local sports have their choice of supporting the San Diego Chargers (football), the San Diego Padres (baseball), the San Diego Gulls (ice hockey) and a newly formed rugby team.
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Getting Around San Diego, CA
Walk Score®
74 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
57 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
46 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom San Diego Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in San Diego with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in San Diego is at 8181 Allison listed at $831.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom San Diego Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in San Diego is $2,873.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom San Diego Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in San Diego is a 1,710 square feet unit starting from $6,440 at LUX by Garden.
What is the average size for San Diego 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in San Diego is currently 651 sq ft.
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