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Victory on Paseo
5505 Lindo PaseoSan Diego, CA 92115
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3942 8th Ave
3942 8th AveSan Diego, CA 92103
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Harrington Heights - Affordable Housing
1320 BroadwaySan Diego, CA 92101
Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money
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Vista Lane Family Homes - Affordable Housing
3501 Vista LnSan Diego, CA 92173
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289 35th St, Unit 3505
289 35th StSan Diego, CA 92102
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College View
5420 55th StSan Diego, CA 92115
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The Helm - Affordable Housing
191 W Beech StSan Diego, CA 92101
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2551 Commercial St
2551 Commercial StSan Diego, CA 92113
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Southwest Village
323-338 Willie James Jones AveSan Diego, CA 92102
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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between
Thinking about getting a co-signer for your rental application? We break down what a co-signer is, the potential benefits, and the serious risks for both parties. Find out if it's the right choice for you.
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The Residences at 3954 Kansas
3954 Kansas StSan Diego, CA 92104
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Washington Crossing
1445 Washington StSan Diego, CA 92103
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Vista Shores – Bright, Renovated Studios
710 E StChula Vista, CA 91910
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Azure Point at Encinitas - 55+ Active Adult Apartments
480 S El Camino RealEncinitas, CA 92024
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Duetta and Volta at Millenia
1734 Solstice AveChula Vista, CA 91915
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Moving is tough, especially long-distance. Learn how to minimize stress & expenses with proven strategies from a real estate pro, covering everything from logistics to finances.
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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 | $2,412 | $974 | $10,000+ |
| San Diego 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,877 | $834 | $10,000+ |
| San Diego 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,588 | $855 | $10,000+ |
| San Diego 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,642 | $930 | $10,000+ |
| San Diego 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,568 | $850 | $10,000+ |
| San Diego 5 Bedroom Apartments | $6,825 | $871 | $10,000+ |
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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 $1,400.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in San Diego?
The cheapest apartment in San Diego is Jean C. McKinney Manor which is listed at $834, while the average apartment in San Diego costs $6,071.
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 2,818 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 $607 which is $5,464 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.
Top 10 Most Affordable Neighborhoods in San Diego: A Local Real Estate Expert Guide
Written by: Hayden Goldberg
Aloha! I’m Hayden, your local San Diego Realtor and relocation expert with ApartmentHomeLiving.com.
How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Everything is a negotiation in real estate!
The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters
Written by: Trey Huguley
The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.
Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.