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Alexan Gallerie
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$2,335 - $2,988
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Alexan Gallerie

375 Camino De La ReinaSan Diego, CA 92108
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625 Broadway
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$2,404 - $2,839
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625 Broadway

625 BroadwaySan Diego, CA 92101
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$1,691 - $1,916
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6670 Doriana StSan Diego, CA 92139
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Mariners Cove
$2,333 - $2,518
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Mariners Cove

4392 W Point Loma BlvdSan Diego, CA 92107
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The Merian
$2,332 - $6,461
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The Merian

601 11th AveSan Diego, CA 92101
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City View
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$2,135 - $2,285
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$2,140 - $2,881
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City View

840 17th StSan Diego, CA 92101
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3167 Market
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$1,890 - $2,250
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3167 Market

3167 Market StSan Diego, CA 92102
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Gravity
$2,425 - $3,000
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Gravity

4560 Mission Gorge PlSan Diego, CA 92120
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Parkview Terrace
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$1,875 - $2,085
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$1,875 - $2,395
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Parkview Terrace

4103-4125 54th PlSan Diego, CA 92105
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Woodman Village
$2,075
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Woodman Village

6935 Paradise Valley RdSan Diego, CA 92139
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Gables Point Loma
$2,067 - $2,277
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Gables Point Loma

3801-3811 Marquette PlSan Diego, CA 92106
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Ocean Breeze
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$1,990 - $2,131
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Ocean Breeze

561 W San Ysidro BlvdSan Diego, CA 92173
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Silo
$2,420 - $3,615
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Silo

7231 Colchester CtSan Diego, CA 92154
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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 $2,886.

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 729 sq ft.

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