
Top Rated Gated Apartments for Rent in San Diego, CA (107 Rentals)
Apartments in San Diego with the best features, newest construction, and richest amenities.


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Folia

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Diega

Pacific Ridge

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GEMA

Atlas Alvarado

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Broadstone Mission Valley

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Bevel Apartments

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The Wyatt Makers Quarter

The Seaton Apartments

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K1 Apartments

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Valentina by Alta

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Sola at Pacific Highlands Ranch

Artisan

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Entrada

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Mira Bella Apartments

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Tenth&G
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Griffis East Village

Instrata Little Italy

Il Palazzo Apartments

600 Front Apartments

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AV8 Little Italy

Casa Aldea at University City Village

Arbor Crest on Fourth

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Treehouse

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Cielo

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City View
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Signature Point

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Tenney

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525 Olive

Simone Little Italy

The Pacific at Mission Bay

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La Serena Apartments

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Silo

WLA Windsor

The Rey
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Paseo Place

Mission Hills Commons

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The Landing at Ocean View Hills

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Mason

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Ironwood

The Nash

Modera San Diego

Nimitz Crossing

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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 | $2,385 | $900 | $5,500 |
| San Diego 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,911 | $1,180 | $10,000+ |
| San Diego 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,716 | $835 | $10,000+ |
| San Diego 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,892 | $914 | $10,000+ |
| San Diego 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,698 | $735 | $10,000+ |
| San Diego 5 Bedroom Apartments | $5,887 | $864 | $10,000+ |
| San Diego 6 Bedroom Apartments | $10,062 | $1,914 | $10,000+ |
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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 Fifty Twenty-Five listed at $699.
How much is the average rent for a Gated San Diego Apartment?
The average rent for a Gated Apartment in San Diego is $3,170.
What is the largest Gated San Diego Apartment for rent?
Today's Gated apartment with the most square footage in San Diego is a 2,366 square feet unit starting from $4,360 at Altura.
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 645 sq ft.
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