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5505 Lindo PaseoSan Diego, CA 92115
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3501-3509 Vista LnSan Diego, CA 92173
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435 13th StSan Diego, CA 92101
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Harris Family Senior Residence
4320 44th StSan Diego, CA 92115
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5256 Naranja StSan Diego, CA 92114
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Turquoise Place
891 Turquoise StSan Diego, CA 92109
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Iowa Street Senior Housing
3939 Iowa StSan Diego, CA 92104
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Southwest Village
323-338 Willie James Jones AveSan Diego, CA 92102
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Park 12 Podium
202 Park BlvdSan Diego, CA 92101
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The Residences at 3954 Kansas
3954 Kansas StSan Diego, CA 92104
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The Californian - Residential
3233 Kemper StSan Diego, CA 92110
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66th Street
630-636 66th StSan Diego, CA 92114
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Vista Shores – Bright, Renovated Studios Just Minutes from the Coast!
710 E StChula Vista, CA 91910
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Duetta and Volta at Millenia
1734 Solstice AveChula Vista, CA 91915
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Encelia Cota Vera
1910 Encelia CirChula Vista, CA 91913
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Grove Lofts
8465 BroadwayLemon Grove, CA 91945
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Paseo La Paz
160 W Seaward AveSan Ysidro, CA 92173
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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 | $2,433 | $974 | $5,760 |
| San Diego 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,897 | $1,180 | $10,000+ |
| San Diego 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,578 | $855 | $10,000+ |
| San Diego 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,702 | $1,050 | $10,000+ |
| San Diego 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,618 | $875 | $10,000+ |
| San Diego 5 Bedroom Apartments | $8,117 | $899 | $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 $1,300.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in San Diego?
The cheapest apartment in San Diego is The Residences at 3954 Kansas which is listed at $1,292, while the average apartment in San Diego costs $4,608.
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 917 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 $1,063 which is $3,545 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in San Diego.
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Top 10 Most Affordable Neighborhoods in San Diego: A Local Real Estate Expert Guide
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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.
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Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.
Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.