
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in San Diego, CA Under $3,800 (1,274 Rentals)Page 3 of 26


The Presidio Apartments

Terra at Mission Trails

Carroll Apartments

Union Grantville

Mariners Cove Apartments

Axiom La Jolla

Dorado Plaza

The Penthouse Apartments "Call for Specials"

Arrive Clairemont

Loma Village Apartments

The Village

The Plaza Apartments

Dorchester "Call for Specials"

RiverEdge Terrace*

Valentia

Ollie North Park Lofts

Summit on Georgia

Luma Apartments

Ocean Air

Lantana Hills Apartment Homes

La Jolla Blue Apartments

The Pacific at Mission Bay

Elan Terraza La Jolla

Aztec Pacific Apartments

Elivia Apartments

Bridgeview Apartments

La Serena Apartments

Elan Luxo II

AVA Pacific Beach

La Jolla Palms Apartment Homes
San Diego, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in San Diego?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
---|---|---|---|
San Diego Studio Apartments | $2,405 | $1,033 | $7,770 |
San Diego 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,856 | $995 | $10,000+ |
San Diego 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,670 | $855 | $10,000+ |
San Diego 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,764 | $930 | $10,000+ |
San Diego 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,524 | $850 | $10,000+ |
San Diego 5 Bedroom Apartments | $6,716 | $792 | $10,000+ |
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Getting Around San Diego, CA
Walk Score®
74 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
57 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
46 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
San Diego, CA Area Reviews
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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 Terrace Gardens Apartments - Seniors 55+ listed at $1,400.
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 $2,856.
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 1,448 square feet unit starting from $10,764 at The Lindley.
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 680 sq ft.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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