
Short Term Lease 1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in San Diego, CA (166 Rentals)


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Arbor Crest on Fourth

Winslow

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Artisan

La Jolla Paseo
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Instrata Little Italy

Dorchester STOP IN FOR MOVE IN BONUS!

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Greenfield Village

13th & Market

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Legacy

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The Missions at Rio Vista

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Navajo Bluffs

The Casas
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Valentia

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IMT Sorrento Valley

Strata

The Village

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Regents Court

Dorado Plaza

Griffis Mission Valley

eaves Rancho Penasquitos

Veranda La Jolla

Mesa Village Apartments
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The Landing at Ocean View Hills

Royal Village Apartments

CentrePointe

Summit Park Village

Montierra

Mira Monte

Mesa Vista Apartment Homes

Olympus Corsair

Torrey Gardens Apartments

Arrive Mission Valley
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Del Mar Ridge

Ridgewood Village

Deerwood

Carmel Terrace

Hillside Apartments

Balboa Plaza

Elan Sandrock Place

2628 Worden St, Unit SI ID1308473P

6059 Rancho Mission Rd, Unit SI ID1308357P

7205 Charmant Dr, Unit SI FL2-ID1053A
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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 | $2,365 | $850 | $8,781 |
| San Diego 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,894 | $1,180 | $10,000+ |
| San Diego 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,678 | $855 | $10,000+ |
| San Diego 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,773 | $1,050 | $10,000+ |
| San Diego 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,802 | $850 | $10,000+ |
| San Diego 5 Bedroom Apartments | $6,646 | $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 Meade Avenue Apartments listed at $1,295.
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 $2,894.
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 $4,278 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 716 sq ft.
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Top 10 Most Affordable Neighborhoods in San Diego: A Local Real Estate Expert Guide
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