
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in San Diego, CA Under $1,600 (162 Rentals) Page 2 of 4


Stella Vista

Bandar Salaam

Town Pines

1985 National Ave

4568 Altadena Ave

Aspen Apartments

4781 SEMINOLE Dr

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3087 A St
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Serra Bella Apartments

La Maison

4502 40th St

Sagewood at Stonebridge Estate

Jean C. McKinney Manor

Torre Del Mar

4077 Goldfinch St

The Pacific Lamont

Lions Gate

Santa Fe Manor
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4382 53rd St

3070 Landis St

Las Casitas Apartments

Crescent Gardens Apartments

Casa De Lago

4030 Front St

De Anza

4835 Saratoga Ave

3738 Acacia St

4576-4580 32nd St
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Terrace View Villas - Military Housing

Bay Palms Apartment

3829 Georgia St

Cortez Hill Apartments

4322 Van Dyke Ave

563 22nd St

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Tesoro Grove Apartments
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2166 Grand Ave

Mariners Village Apartments

Vista Lane Family Homes - Affordable Housing

Casa Escondida

Total Monthly Price
1202 Pearl

Parco

Terre at 989 Peach

The Quince Street Senior Apartments

Persimmon Terrace Senior Apartments
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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 | $2,385 | $900 | $5,500 |
| San Diego 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,924 | $1,180 | $10,000+ |
| San Diego 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,711 | $835 | $10,000+ |
| San Diego 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,888 | $914 | $10,000+ |
| San Diego 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,753 | $735 | $10,000+ |
| San Diego 5 Bedroom Apartments | $5,930 | $749 | $10,000+ |
| San Diego 6 Bedroom Apartments | $10,067 | $1,914 | $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 $2,924.
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 $4,282 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 670 sq ft.
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