
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in San Diego, CA Under $1,800 (346 Rentals) Page 2 of 7


Montalvo

Tenth Avenue

Fairway Apartments

3853-3865 Cherokee Ave

Stephanie Apartments

66th Street

Golden Heights Terrace

Esquire

3770 42nd Street
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The Empire

Alberts College

Villa Terrace Apartments

4074 Swift Ave

2238 Famosa Blvd

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Desert Spa Apartments

Vantaggio Broadway

1849-1867 Morena Blvd
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4462-4468 30th St

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Morley 47 Apartments

5502-5506 University Ave

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Metro Villas Apartments

Winona Towers

Royal Diane Apartments

Penasquitos Village Apartments

Aldea at Hamilton

Parkside

Meade Avenue Apartments
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Stella Vista

Bandar Salaam

1985 National Ave

Town Pines

4568 Altadena Ave

Aspen Apartments

4781 SEMINOLE Dr

Lotus House 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 | $2,372 | $900 | $10,000+ |
| San Diego 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,919 | $894 | $10,000+ |
| San Diego 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,775 | $819 | $10,000+ |
| San Diego 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,762 | $899 | $10,000+ |
| San Diego 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,343 | $719 | $10,000+ |
| San Diego 5 Bedroom Apartments | $8,167 | $1,289 | $10,000+ |
| San Diego 6 Bedroom Apartments | $5,301 | $1,899 | $9,412 |
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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 Trails at Carmel Mountain Ranch 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 $2,919.
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 $4,352 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 672 sq ft.
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