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Stephanie Apartments

Colina Park North Apartments

La Maison

Essex Apartments

Torre Del Mar

The Pacific Lamont

Santa Fe Manor
Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move
Finding a pet-friendly apartment is with ease. Learn how to navigate the rental process as a pet owner and build trust with your landlord from day one.

Las Casitas Apartments

Sterling Terrace-City Heights Adjacent

3738 Acacia St

De Anza

Park House Apartments

3829 Georgia St

Bay Palms Apartment

Sapphire Apartments

Rancho Vista

3891-3893 Superior St
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Learn the official definition (spending 30% or more of your gross income on housing) and how to calculate your exact rent-to-income ratio. This guide offers expert tips on factoring in total housing costs (including utilities and fees) and budgeting accurately to avoid unnecessary financial strain.

2241 4th Ave

Alta Mesa

1611 30th St

St. Paul's Manor

Balboa Park Apartments

Santa Fe Villas

Pacific Palms

Las Palmas

Washington Crossing

Texas Street
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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.

Monarch Studios

51st Street Apartment Homes

Vista Capri East

Gardenview Apartments

Silver Spray Apartments

Pebble Cove Apartments

Persimmon Terrace Senior Apartments

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5017 Williams Ave, Unit 5017

Vista Palms

Terrace Gardens Apartments - Seniors 55+
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Vida

Vista Shores

The Village at Lakeside (55+ Community)

Vista De Luna

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Casa De Oro Senior Apartments

SOUTHERN HIGHLANDS

Casa Escondida

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1202 Pearl

Ashwood Apartments

Village Green Senior Community
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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 | $2,371 | $900 | $10,000+ |
| San Diego 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,925 | $894 | $10,000+ |
| San Diego 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,769 | $819 | $10,000+ |
| San Diego 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,757 | $899 | $10,000+ |
| San Diego 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,359 | $719 | $10,000+ |
| San Diego 5 Bedroom Apartments | $8,376 | $1,289 | $10,000+ |
| San Diego 6 Bedroom Apartments | $5,523 | $1,899 | $8,993 |
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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 $1,165.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in San Diego?
The cheapest apartment in San Diego is Trails at Carmel Mountain Ranch Apartments which is listed at $894, while the average apartment in San Diego costs $3,194.
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 5,481 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 $935 which is $2,259 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in San Diego.
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