
Senior 1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in San Diego, CA (176 Rentals)


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Messina Senior Apartments

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Villa Pacifica

La Casa Balboa

Canyon Breeze

Harris Family Senior Residence

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Nestor Regency

La Jolla Paseo

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The Orchard Senior Apartments (55+)

Parkview Robinson

Kettner Crossing Phase 1

Avia La Jolla Senior II 55+

3028 Howard Ave
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4068 44th St

Michelle Manor

Levant Senior Cottages

2481 Ulric St

Cerro Pueblo

Southcrest West Senior Apartments

Bethel One

Belmont Village Rancho Santa Fe

Talmadge Senior Village(55+ Senior Community)

Estrella Senior Apartments
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University Gardens

Jean C. McKinney Manor

Santa Fe Manor

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CCBA Senior Garden

Fairbanks Square

Cypress at Junipers Senior Apartments
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Tierra Corte Senior Apartments

4142 44th St

Terrasini Apartments, a 62+ Community

St. Paul's Manor

Heritage Manor

Horton House

Sorrento Tower

Westminster Manor

Victoria at COMM22

Cathedral Plaza
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in San Diego?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| San Diego Studio Apartments | $2,380 | $825 | $10,000+ |
| San Diego 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,933 | $850 | $10,000+ |
| San Diego 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,785 | $819 | $10,000+ |
| San Diego 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,725 | $1,000 | $10,000+ |
| San Diego 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,101 | $719 | $10,000+ |
| San Diego 5 Bedroom Apartments | $10,239 | $1,289 | $10,000+ |
| San Diego 6 Bedroom Apartments | $7,491 | $1,899 | $10,000+ |
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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 Brayden Apartments listed at $894.
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 $2,933.
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 1,512 square feet unit starting from $4,348 at AMLI Aero.
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 693 sq ft.
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