
4 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in San Diego, CA (267 Rentals)


Greenfield Village

Union Grantville

College View

4464 Arendo Dr

Topaz

Bayview Hills – Military Housing

9452 Larrabee Ave

Prisma Student Housing

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Victory on Paseo

8287 Lapiz Drive

3539-41 Luna Ave, Unit 3539 Luna Avenue

5870 Cactus Way

1773 Torrance St

13737 Via Tres Vistas

10983 Parkdale Ave

3330 Albatross St
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9737 Benavente Pl

6406 Shane Pl

3659 Alabama St

5282 Manhasset Dr

1554 Guy St

5104-5106 E Falls View Dr

3814 Menlo Ave

5418-5420 Baja Dr

5178 Ewing St

4768 College Ave
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5317-5319 W Falls View Dr

5071-5073 55th St

5354-5356 E Falls View Dr

11381 Avenger Rd

7939 Landon Pl

11669 Frames Port Pl

4974 54th St

5026 54th St

Park Lido

4594 Hawley Blvd
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1766-1770 Grand Ave

643-661 Stork St

4120-4126 C St

3282 Ocean View Blvd

1951-1955 Felspar St

3712-3714 Hemlock St

2166-2168 Thomas Ave

929-931 Chalcedony St

4979 Auburn Dr
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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 | $2,404 | $974 | $10,000+ |
| San Diego 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,832 | $1,180 | $10,000+ |
| San Diego 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,518 | $855 | $10,000+ |
| San Diego 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,541 | $930 | $10,000+ |
San Diego 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,320 | $875 | $10,000+ |
| San Diego 5 Bedroom Apartments | $4,205 | $871 | $10,000+ |
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San Diego 4 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood
Availability Confirmed As of: January 15, 2026There are currently 198 available 4 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over San Diego, CA that range in price from $875 to $15,658. Del Cerro, Allied Gardens and Alvarado Estates are the neighborhoods that currently have the most 4 Bedroom availability. Here is today's list of the top neighborhoods in San Diego with the most available 4 Bedroom apartments:
| Neighborhood | Available Units | Median Price | Min Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Del Cerro | 11 | $1,610 | $875 |
| Allied Gardens | 10 | $1,375 | $875 |
| Alvarado Estates | 9 | $1,350 | $875 |
| College Area | 9 | $2,000 | $910 |
| College West | 9 | $1,350 | $875 |
| Grantville | 9 | $1,604 | $875 |
| Fox Canyon | 7 | $1,349 | $875 |
| Mira Mesa | 4 | $5,300 | $4,195 |
| San Carlos | 4 | $1,630 | $1,375 |
| South I 15 Corridor | 4 | $6,000 | $4,195 |
Largest Available San Diego 4 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 4 Bedroom apartment unit in San Diego, CA is found at Salerno in the Rancho del Rey neighborhood and is 2,297 square feet priced from $5,142. Bayview Hills – Military Housing in the Bay Terraces neighborhood has the second largest 4 Bedroom, which is sized at 2,140 square feet and currently listed start at $3,579. Here is today’s list of the largest available 4 Bedroom units in San Diego:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Salerno | Townhome Two 4 x 3.5 | 2,297 Sq Ft | $5,142 |
| Bayview Hills – Military Housing | byvd2.5 | 2,140 Sq Ft | $3,579 |
| Iconic on Alvarado: Off-Campus Student Housing | D1 | 1,824 Sq Ft | $1,375 |
Cheapest Available San Diego 4 Bedroom Apartments
As of January 15, 2026 the lowest priced 4 Bedroom apartment unit in San Diego, CA is the 4x4 B Model starting from $386 at The Rive San Diego in the Rolando neighborhood. The second most affordable San Diego 4 Bedroom is the 4BR/4BA - Semi Private - Elite (D) Model at Fifty Twenty-Five starting at $855 in the College West neighborhood. The average price for all 4 Bedroom apartments in San Diego is currently $4,320. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 4 Bedroom options in San Diego:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| The Rive San Diego | 4x4 B | $386 |
| Fifty Twenty-Five | 4BR/4BA - Semi Private - Elite (D) | $855 |
| Victory on Paseo | 4BR/2BA | $910 |
| College View | 4x4 | $1,630 |
| Bayview Hills – Military Housing | byvd2.5 | $3,579 |
| 4464 Arendo Dr | 4 Beds, 2 baths | $4,500 |
| Salerno | Townhome Two 4 x 3.5 | $5,142 |
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San Diego Overview
San Diego is a major city on the Pacific Coast in Southern California and is adjacent to the Mexican border. Home to over 1.3 million people, San Diego is the eighth largest city in the United States and is nicknamed “America’s Finest City”. The major industries are military/defense, tourism, international trade, and manufacturing. There is also a wide variety of apartments in San Diego available for residents who move here to find a great place to call home.
Why live in San Diego, CA?
While the cost of living is higher than average in San Diego, the city offers near perfect weather year round, a wide variety of outdoors activities, beautiful beaches, museums and other cultural centers, and a professional sports events. Fans of local sports have their choice of supporting the San Diego Chargers (football), the San Diego Padres (baseball), the San Diego Gulls (ice hockey) and a newly formed rugby team.
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Frequently Asked Questions about San Diego
How much are Studio apartments in San Diego?
There are currently 5,619 Studio Apartments in San Diego with rent ranges from $974 to $20,955 with an average price of $2,404.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom San Diego Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in San Diego ranges from $1,180 to $11,268 with an average monthly rent of $2,832.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in San Diego cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in San Diego range from $855 to $19,660. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $3,518.
How expensive are San Diego Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 2,046 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in San Diego on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $930 to $20,000 - averaging $4,541 for the location.
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