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$930 - $2,2003 Bedroom Apartments Available Aug 17
Victory on Paseo
5505 Lindo PaseoSan Diego, CA 92115
Cheap 3 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in San Diego, CA from $850 (21 Rentals)
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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting
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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 | $2,425 | $1,033 | $10,000+ |
| San Diego 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,885 | $1,011 | $10,000+ |
| San Diego 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,653 | $855 | $10,000+ |
| San Diego 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,681 | $850 | $10,000+ |
| San Diego 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,147 | $850 | $10,000+ |
| San Diego 5 Bedroom Apartments | $4,586 | $792 | $10,000+ |
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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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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap San Diego Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in San Diego?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in San Diego is under $1,500.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in San Diego?
The cheapest apartment in San Diego is College View which is listed at $2,250, while the average apartment in San Diego costs $5,228.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in San Diego?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 1,161 regular apartments in San Diego that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in San Diego?
Cheap apartments in San Diego have an average cost of $638 which is $4,590 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in San Diego.
Expert Rental Resources
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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Written by: Cheryl Bowman
A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.