
2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in San Diego, CA Under $1,700 (92 Rentals)


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Fifty Twenty-Five

Fairway Apartments

4345 McClintock St

2720 Figueroa Blvd

Golden Heights Terrace

Sail Bay Apartments

Talmadge Senior Village(55+ Senior Community)

Cedar Gateway
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The Rive San Diego

Iowa Street Senior Housing

Cascade Apartments

Los Vientos

Paseo Place

Metro Villas Apartments

Hollywood Park Apartments

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5502-5506 University Ave

Penasquitos Village Apartments

1985 National Ave

The Mission Apartments

Parkside

Bandar Salaam

2253-2285 Dunlop St

Aldea at Hamilton

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Bel Vue Terrace
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Serra Bella Apartments

4322 Van Dyke Ave

Lions Gate

Alta Mesa

Valencia Pointe

Tesoro Grove Apartments

Versa

Mariners Village Apartments

Pacifica Sunrise Apartments/Condominiums
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Tierra Del Norte

434 Avocado Ave

Magnolia Apartments

The Atherton Apartment Homes

Sea Vale Villas

Duetta and Volta at Millenia

Greenfield Apartments

Verbena Family Apartments

Melody Lane Apartments
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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 | $2,385 | $900 | $5,500 |
| San Diego 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,913 | $950 | $10,000+ |
| San Diego 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,741 | $855 | $10,000+ |
| San Diego 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,905 | $1,165 | $10,000+ |
| San Diego 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,818 | $850 | $10,000+ |
| San Diego 5 Bedroom Apartments | $6,572 | $1,124 | $10,000+ |
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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 Fifty Twenty-Five listed at $1,009.
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 $3,741.
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 2,403 square feet unit starting from $14,566 at West.
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 1,054 sq ft.
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