
Top Rated New Apartments for Rent in San Diego, CA (377 Rentals)
Apartments in San Diego with the best features, newest construction, and richest amenities.


64 Forty

Bowen Apartments

Silo

Bevel Apartments

Radian

The Hub

West SD Apartments

The Wyatt Makers Quarter

The Lindley
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ALX

Diega

Pinnacle on The Park

West Park

Alante

Concert Residences

Rivair Apartment Homes
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Avia La Jolla

South Park Place

Alexan Camellia

Onyx on Park

6nineteen

800 Broadway

AZUL North Park

Arbor Crest on Fourth

Winslow

The Courtyards Pacific Village

Simone Little Italy

The Seaton Apartments

The Townsend
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Stanza Little Italy

Vive Luxe at The Vive Collection

Alexan Gallerie

K1 Apartments

Pinnacle Broadway

Cielo

One Paseo Living
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Vora Mission Valley

Vici Luxury Rentals - Little Italy

The Park

F11 East Village

Valentina by Alta

Sola at Pacific Highlands Ranch

Spire San Diego

Eighteen Ten State St

Artisan

Idea1 Apartments

Altura

Metro Mission Valley
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Avino
San Diego, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in San Diego?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
---|---|---|---|
San Diego Studio Apartments | $2,383 | $1,033 | $10,000+ |
San Diego 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,895 | $1,011 | $10,000+ |
San Diego 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,659 | $855 | $10,000+ |
San Diego 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,672 | $850 | $10,000+ |
San Diego 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,261 | $850 | $10,000+ |
San Diego 5 Bedroom Apartments | $4,630 | $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 New San Diego Apartments
What is the Cheapest New apartment in San Diego?
Currently the most affordable New Apartment in San Diego is at Prisma Student Housing listed at $700.
How much is the average rent for a New San Diego Apartment?
The average rent for a New Apartment in San Diego is $3,898.
What is the largest New San Diego Apartment for rent?
Today's New 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 New Apartments for rent?
The average size for a New rental in San Diego is currently at 621 sq ft.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

Top 10 Most Affordable Neighborhoods in San Diego: A Local Real Estate Expert Guide
Written by: Hayden Goldberg
Aloha! I’m Hayden, your local San Diego Realtor and relocation expert with ApartmentHomeLiving.com.

The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Hard truth. Moving is never easy. I’ve done it all – from local moves to cross-country relocations From packing to unpacking the last box, I have found moving to be an exhausting, expensive and stressful experience every time.

Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Throughout the day, think about all the times that you have to pay for something. So many of us reach automatically for a credit card or even our phone for a quick payment.

Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls
Written by: Cheryl Bowman
A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.