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4781 SEMINOLE Dr

Aspen Apartments

1849-1867 Morena Blvd

Lotus House Apartments

Lions Gate

4177-4187 Eta St

Crescent Gardens Apartments

Harbor Villa Apartments

Vantaggio Suites Hillcrest
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Essex Apartments

La Maison

4502 40th St

4077 Goldfinch St

Santa Fe Manor

The Pacific Lamont

4382 53rd St

3070 Landis St

De Anza

Park House Apartments
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The Mission Apartments

Regency Centre Apartments

Terrace View Villas - Military Housing

Bay Palms Apartment

Barcelona

Astro Vista Apartments

2401-2415 G St.

Esquire

Alta Mesa

J Street Flats
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Terrace Gardens Apartments - Seniors 55+

Vista De Luna

Anza Terrace - Seniors Only 50+

The Village at Lakeside (55+ Community)

SOUTHERN HIGHLANDS

Casa Escondida

Guava Gardens (62+ Senior Community)

Laurel Park

Duetta and Volta at Millenia

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9859 Dale Ave

Persimmon Villas Senior Apartments

Lori Manor

Tierra Del Norte

Mateus Apartments

Greenfield Apartments

Verbena Family Apartments

Megan Court Apartments

Casa De Roca

Aloha Vista Apartments
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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 | $2,353 | $850 | $8,678 |
| San Diego 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,880 | $1,180 | $10,000+ |
| San Diego 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,667 | $855 | $10,000+ |
| San Diego 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,776 | $1,050 | $10,000+ |
| San Diego 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,823 | $850 | $10,000+ |
| San Diego 5 Bedroom Apartments | $6,507 | $899 | $10,000+ |
| San Diego 6 Bedroom Apartments | $7,039 | $1,350 | $10,000+ |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap San Diego Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in San Diego?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in San Diego is at Arlington Apartments listed at $900.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom San Diego Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom San Diego Apartment is $1,295 at Meade Avenue Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom San Diego Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in San Diego is starting from $1,079 at Fifty Twenty-Five.
What is the most affordable San Diego Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap San Diego Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Victory on Paseo and starts from $1,050.
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