
New Apartments for Rent in San Diego, CA (697 Rentals)


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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in San Diego?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| New San Diego Studio Apartments | $2,385 | $900 | $5,500 |
| New San Diego 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,913 | $950 | $10,000+ |
| New San Diego 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,741 | $855 | $10,000+ |
| New San Diego 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,905 | $1,165 | $10,000+ |
| New San Diego 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,818 | $850 | $10,000+ |
| San Diego 5 Bedroom Apartments | $6,572 | $1,124 | $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.
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Frequently Asked Questions about New San Diego Apartments
What is the Cheapest New apartment in San Diego?
Currently the most affordable New Apartment in San Diego is at Stateside listed at $800.
How much is the average rent for a New San Diego Apartment?
The average rent for a New Apartment in San Diego is $3,634.
What is the largest New San Diego Apartment for rent?
Today's New apartment with the most square footage in San Diego is a 2,500 square feet unit starting from $3,582 at Palisade at Westfield UTC.
What is the average size for San Diego New Apartments for rent?
The average size for a New rental in San Diego is currently at 619 sq ft.
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