1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in San Diego, CA Under $1,400 (86 Rentals)

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7002 Linda Vista Rd
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7002 Linda Vista Rd

7002 Linda Vista RdSan Diego, CA 92111
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Indiana Palms
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Indiana Palms

3621 Indiana StSan Diego, CA 92103
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630 W Washington St
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630 W Washington St

630 W Washington StSan Diego, CA 92103
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Montalvo
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Montalvo

4247 Montalvo StSan Diego, CA 92107
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1849-1867 Morena Blvd
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1849-1867 Morena Blvd

1849-1867 Morena BlvdSan Diego, CA 92110
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Southwest Village
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Southwest Village

323-338 Willie James Jones AveSan Diego, CA 92102
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Cedar Gateway
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Cedar Gateway

550 Cedar StSan Diego, CA 92101

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4462-4468 30th St
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4462-4468 30th St

4462-4468 30th StSan Diego, CA 92116
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Cascade Apartments
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Cascade Apartments

5826-5848 Streamview DrSan Diego, CA 92105
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CCBA Senior Garden
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CCBA Senior Garden

438 3rd AveSan Diego, CA 92101
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Winona Towers
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Winona Towers

4544 Winona AveSan Diego, CA 92115
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Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters

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Aldea at Hamilton
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Aldea at Hamilton

3962 Hamilton StSan Diego, CA 92104
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Parkside
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Parkside

4035 Park Haven CtSan Diego, CA 92113
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Euclid Terrace Apartments
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Euclid Terrace Apartments

240-260 Euclid AveSan Diego, CA 92114
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Stella Vista
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Stella Vista

6675 Linda Vista RdSan Diego, CA 92111
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Bandar Salaam
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Bandar Salaam

3810 Winona AveSan Diego, CA 92105
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1985 National Ave
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1985 National Ave

1985 National AveSan Diego, CA 92113
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Town Pines
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Town Pines

3013 C StSan Diego, CA 92102
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4568 Altadena Ave
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4568 Altadena Ave

4568 Altadena AveSan Diego, CA 92115
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Aspen Apartments
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Aspen Apartments

4975 Clairemont Mesa BlvdSan Diego, CA 92117
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Lotus House Apartments
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Lotus House Apartments

5110 Clairemont Mesa BlvdSan Diego, CA 92117
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4781 SEMINOLE Dr
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4781 SEMINOLE Dr

4781 SEMINOLE DrSan Diego, CA 92115
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Jean C. McKinney Manor
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Jean C. McKinney Manor

5641 Imperial AveSan Diego, CA 92114
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Lions Gate
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Lions Gate

1231 25th StSan Diego, CA 92102
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4835 Saratoga Ave
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4835 Saratoga Ave

4835 Saratoga AveSan Diego, CA 92107
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563 22nd St
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563 22nd St

563 22nd StSan Diego, CA 92102
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Versa
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Versa

2355 Via AltaSan Diego, CA 92108
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Moving to North County San Diego: Costs, Commutes, and Culture

From surf culture to family-friendly neighborhoods, discover the best North County San Diego areas to rent and what they’re like day-to-day.

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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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 $2,896.

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 $4,342 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 719 sq ft.

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