2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in San Diego, CA Under $1,500 (57 Rentals)

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Casa De Lago
2 Bedroom Apartments

Casa De Lago

4145 Iowa StSan Diego, CA 92104
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The Rive San Diego
2 Bedroom Apartments

The Rive San Diego

6345 El Cajon BlvdSan Diego, CA 92115
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Cascade Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Cascade Apartments

5826-5848 Streamview DrSan Diego, CA 92105
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Paseo Place
2 Bedroom Apartments

Paseo Place

5665 Lindo PaseoSan Diego, CA 92115
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4345 McClintock St
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4345 McClintock St

4345 McClintock StSan Diego, CA 92105
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Versa
2 Bedroom Apartments

Versa

2355 Via AltaSan Diego, CA 92108
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2253-2285 Dunlop St
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2253-2285 Dunlop St

2253-2285 Dunlop StSan Diego, CA 92111
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Coral Bay Summit
2 Bedroom Apartments

Coral Bay Summit

3103-3171 Clairemont DrSan Diego, CA 92117
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Park 12 Podium
2 Bedroom Apartments

Park 12 Podium

202 Park BlvdSan Diego, CA 92101
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419-435 Palm Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

419-435 Palm Ave

419-435 Palm AveNational City, CA 91950

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Greenfield Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Greenfield Apartments

569 Greenfield DrEl Cajon, CA 92021
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Summer Hill
2 Bedroom Apartments

Summer Hill

1528 Montecito RdRamona, CA 92065
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9109 Kenwood Dr
2 Bedroom Apartments

9109 Kenwood Dr

9109 Kenwood DrSpring Valley, CA 91977
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Lexington Palms
2 Bedroom Apartments

Lexington Palms

528-570 W Lexington AveEl Cajon, CA 92020
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Tierra Del Norte
2 Bedroom Apartments

Tierra Del Norte

984 Peach AveEl Cajon, CA 92021
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Amberwood Villas
2 Bedroom Apartments

Amberwood Villas

1404 N BroadwayEscondido, CA 92026

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Pacifica Sunrise
2 Bedroom Apartments

Pacifica Sunrise

921 S Sunshine AveEl Cajon, CA 92020
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Cypress Park
2 Bedroom Apartments

Cypress Park

348 W Cypress AveEl Cajon, CA 92020
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9859 Dale Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

9859 Dale Ave

9859 Dale AveSpring Valley, CA 91977
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The Parkway
2 Bedroom Apartments

The Parkway

7546 Parkway DrLa Mesa, CA 91942
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434 Avocado Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

434 Avocado Ave

434 Avocado AveEl Cajon, CA 92020
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4744 70th St
2 Bedroom Apartments

4744 70th St

4744 70th StLa Mesa, CA 91942
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Sweetwater Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Sweetwater Apartments

1058 Elkelton BlvdSpring Valley, CA 91977
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Ironwood Villas
2 Bedroom Apartments

Ironwood Villas

214 W 13th StEscondido, CA 92025
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733 B St
2 Bedroom Apartments

733 B St

733 B StRamona, CA 92065

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Getting Around San Diego, CA

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74 / 100

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57 / 100

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Some bike infrastructure

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46 / 100

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Frequently Asked Questions about 2 Bedroom San Diego Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in San Diego with 2 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 2 Bedroom in San Diego is at The Rive San Diego listed at $980.

How much is the average rent for a 2 Bedroom San Diego Apartment?

The average rent for a 2 Bedroom Apartment in San Diego is $3,724.

What is the largest available 2 Bedroom San Diego Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in San Diego is a 2,515 square feet unit starting from $11,686 at The Merian.

What is the average size for San Diego 2 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 2 Bedroom rental in San Diego is currently 1,072 sq ft.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

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