1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in San Diego, CA Under $5,400 (1,246 Rentals)Page 7 of 25

Greystone Lofts

Elan The Plaza

Potomac Square Apartments

Mar at Chavez

Arrive Broadway Lofts

Mesa Palms Apartments

55+ Senior Living- Georgia Regency Apartments

Pine Terrace Apartments - PTerrace

Aztec Lofts Apartments

Luther Tower - 55+ Affordable Community

Hillcrest Regency 55+ Community

Balboa Plaza

Pacific Beach Shores

Vista Lane Family Homes

The Orchard Senior Apartments (55+)

1627 Felton St, Unit 1627 Felton St

2255 Garnet Ave, Unit #1

6722 Belle Glade Ave

5527 Bolivar St, Unit ROOM

12015 Alta Carmel Court, Unit RB Condo

310 -316 Rosecrans St, Unit 310

4171 1/2 Myrtle Ave, Unit 4171 1/2

3331 Dickens St, Unit Studio 2

3036 Beech St, Unit Heart of South Park 1 Bed

1801 Diamond Street, Unit 3-124

4127 Everts St, Unit 4127

4857 College Ave, Unit 308

4554 Campus Ave, Unit 1

8889 Caminito Plaza Centro, Unit 7342

5540 Lindo Paseo, Unit #11

8025 Peach Point Ave

1479-1485 Elder Ave
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 | $2,408 | $1,033 | $8,787 |
San Diego 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,887 | $950 | $10,000+ |
San Diego 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,736 | $855 | $10,000+ |
San Diego 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,692 | $930 | $10,000+ |
San Diego 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,546 | $850 | $10,000+ |
San Diego 5 Bedroom Apartments | $5,706 | $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.
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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 $2,887.
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 1,710 square feet unit starting from $6,515 at LUX by Garden.
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 646 sq ft.
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