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2926-2934 5th Ave

2140-2144 1st Ave

Arizona Towers Apartments

4534 30th St

Imperial Villa Apartments

Seacoast Apartments

4828

4533 Contour Blvd.

4545 Contour Blvd.

College Campanile - Historical Access

4541 Contour Blvd.

1822 Third Ave

Villa Del Cerro

The Sterling

The Eldorado Manor

Bay Park Apartments

Balboa Fountains Apartments

4477 48th St

Country Airre Apartments

4369 51st St

Black Mountain Villas

Aldea at Mesa College

2309-2325 30th St

Pacific Breeze Apartment Homes

Modernaire Luxury Apartments

Palms Apartments

Eitol Towers

3093 Broadway

Twelve @ J

4085 Idaho St

2530 Juan St

C30

4627 Campus Ave

5747 Lauretta

Latitude Apartments at Mission Valley

4th

4453 North Ave

Grand Avenue Apartments

Villa Marina

Pacific Bay Club Apartments

Grand Avenue Apartments

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Mesa Palms Apartments

4582 Maryland Street

the Cathryn Apartments

Crest Urban Apartments

34th Street
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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 | $2,361 | $825 | $5,500 |
| San Diego 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,933 | $850 | $10,000+ |
| San Diego 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,769 | $819 | $10,000+ |
| San Diego 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,705 | $1,165 | $10,000+ |
| San Diego 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,263 | $719 | $10,000+ |
| San Diego 5 Bedroom Apartments | $10,080 | $1,289 | $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 Chamoune Senior Apartments listed at $1,325.
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 $2,933.
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 $4,348 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 677 sq ft.
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