
Gated Apartments for Rent in San Diego, CA (825 Rentals)


64 Forty

Bowen Apartments

The Hub

The Wyatt Makers Quarter

The Lindley

ALX

Diega

Pinnacle on The Park
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West Park

Silo

Bevel Apartments

Concert Residences

Rivair Apartment Homes

Folia

Mariners Cove Apartments

Asano on Fourth - Bankers Hill/Little Italy
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800 Broadway

Arbor Crest on Fourth

Winslow

The Seaton Apartments

Simone Little Italy

The Townsend

Vive Luxe at The Vive Collection

K1 Apartments

Pinnacle Broadway

4th + J

Vici Luxury Rentals - Little Italy
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The Park

AV8

F11 East Village

Estudios de Stanson

Valentina by Alta

The Penthouse Apartments "Call for Specials"

Spire San Diego

Eighteen Ten State St

Artisan

Idea1 Apartments
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Altura

Casa Aldea at University City Village

Vive on the Park at The Vive Collection

Dylan Point Loma

Loft2015 Apartments

Pacific Ridge

Canyon View Apartments

Griffis Mission Valley

Strata
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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 |
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San Diego Gated Studio Apartments | $2,425 | $1,033 | $10,000+ |
San Diego Gated 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,885 | $1,011 | $10,000+ |
San Diego Gated 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,653 | $855 | $10,000+ |
San Diego Gated 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,681 | $850 | $10,000+ |
San Diego Gated 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,147 | $850 | $10,000+ |
San Diego 5 Bedroom Apartments | $4,586 | $792 | $10,000+ |
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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.
Pet Friendly LifestyleSan Diego, CA
Ranked #4
Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
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Getting Around San Diego, CA
Walk Score®
74 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
57 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
46 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Gated San Diego Apartments
What is the Cheapest Gated apartment in San Diego?
Currently the most affordable Gated Apartment in San Diego is at Zuma Student Housing listed at $558.
How much is the average rent for a Gated San Diego Apartment?
The average rent for a Gated Apartment in San Diego is $3,163.
What is the largest Gated San Diego Apartment for rent?
Today's Gated apartment with the most square footage in San Diego is a 9,333 square feet unit starting from $2,596 at Vive Luxe at The Vive Collection.
What is the average size for San Diego Gated Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Gated rental in San Diego is currently at 661 sq ft.
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