Top Rated Senior Apartments for Rent in San Diego, CA (39 Rentals)

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Top Rated Apartments in San Diego.

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Santa Fe Villas
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Santa Fe Villas

3912 Albatross StSan Diego, CA 92103
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Villa Pacifica
1 Bedroom Apartments

Villa Pacifica

3630 6th AveSan Diego, CA 92103
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Avia La Jolla
2 Bedroom Apartments

Avia La Jolla

6340 Gullstrand StSan Diego, CA 92122
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Westmont of La Mesa
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Westmont of La Mesa

9000 Murray DrLa Mesa, CA 91942
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Lantern Crest Senior Living
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Lantern Crest Senior Living

400 Lantern Crest WaySantee, CA 92071
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Slostice Senior Living
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Slostice Senior Living

444 Prescott AveEl Cajon, CA 92020
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Autumn Hills
3 Bedroom Apartments

Autumn Hills

1640 Maple DrChula Vista, CA 91911
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San Diego's Best Affordable Neighborhoods

Learn about San Diego and the best places to live with original content written by our , Local Expert Hayden Goldberg

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St. Paul's Plaza
Studio Apartments

St. Paul's Plaza

1420 E Palomar StChula Vista, CA 91913
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Westmont of Encinitas
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Westmont of Encinitas

1920 S El Camino RealEncinitas, CA 92024
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Westmont of Escondido
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Westmont of Escondido

500 E Valley PkyEscondido, CA 92025
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Valley Senior Village
Studio Apartments

Valley Senior Village

337 E Valley PkyEscondido, CA 92025
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San Diego, CA Local Guide

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Getting Around San Diego, CA

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74 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

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57 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

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46 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

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Frequently Asked Questions about Senior San Diego Apartments

What is the Cheapest Senior apartment in San Diego?

Currently the most affordable Senior Apartment in San Diego is at Santa Fe Manor listed at $900.

How much is the average rent for a Senior San Diego Apartment?

The average rent for a Senior Apartment in San Diego is $2,007.

What is the largest Senior San Diego Apartment for rent?

Today's Senior apartment with the most square footage in San Diego is a 1,802 square feet unit starting from $3,296 at Avia La Jolla.

What is the average size for San Diego Senior Apartments for rent?

The average size for a Senior rental in San Diego is currently at 545 sq ft.

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.

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The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters

Written by: Bobbi Jackson

If you’re looking to relocate right now, a popular solution that may best fit your current rental needs is a short-term lease.