Luxury Apartments for Rent by Owner in San Diego, CA (29 Rentals)
The most luxurious Apartments in San Diego with high-end amenities, features, and finishes.

1718 Robinson Ave, Unit 1718

2445 Brant St, Unit 2445 Brant Street#506

2255 Garnet Ave, Unit #1

4055 Crystal Dawn Ln

5015 Cape May Ave, Unit 304

9929 Erma Rd, Unit 206
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6722 Belle Glade Ave

6759 Saranac St, Unit 6759

6745 S Elman St, Unit 6745 S Elman

3943 Ingraham St, Unit lower
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2169 Brant St, Unit 335 West Ivy st

1801 Diamond Street, Unit 3-124

4463 Home Avenue Unit 2, Unit City Heights Condo

1064 Sapphire St, Unit 1064

3989 Nobel Dr, Unit 358

3520 Lebon Dr, Unit 5308
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2128 Balboa Ave, Unit 1

8889 Caminito Plaza Centro, Unit 7342

1438 Pacific Beach Dr, Unit 1438

1080 Eighth Ave

2553 Via Merano, Unit Upper Duplex

424 Richfield Ave, Unit 424 Richfield Ave.

671 Ida Ave, Unit 671 Back Unit

4519 Acacia Ave, Unit 4519.5

701 E Pennsylvania Ave, Unit Main House
San Diego's Best Affordable Neighborhoods
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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 | $2,445 | $1,033 | $10,000+ |
San Diego 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,882 | $1,000 | $10,000+ |
San Diego 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,699 | $855 | $10,000+ |
San Diego 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,702 | $930 | $10,000+ |
San Diego 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,214 | $850 | $10,000+ |
San Diego 5 Bedroom Apartments | $5,254 | $792 | $10,000+ |
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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 For rent By Owner San Diego Apartments
What is the Cheapest For rent By Owner apartment in San Diego?
Currently the most affordable For rent By Owner Apartment in San Diego is at 5540 Lindo Paseo, Unit #11 listed at $1,550.
How much is the average rent for a For rent By Owner San Diego Apartment?
The average rent for a For rent By Owner Apartment in San Diego is $2,878.
What is the largest For rent By Owner San Diego Apartment for rent?
Today's For rent By Owner apartment with the most square footage in San Diego is a 1,832 square feet unit starting from $4,650 at 701 E Pennsylvania Ave, Unit Main House.
What is the average size for San Diego For rent By Owner Apartments for rent?
The average size for a For rent By Owner rental in San Diego is currently at 816 sq ft.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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Top 10 Most Affordable Neighborhoods in San Diego: A Local Real Estate Expert Guide
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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting
Written by: Lauren Harrington
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The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters
Written by: Bobbi Jackson
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