Student Apartments for Rent in San Diego, CA (93 Rentals)

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Rentals in San Diego near campus with by-the-room pricing and amenities for students.

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64 Forty
$1,980 - $3,280
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64 Forty

6440 El Cajon BlvdSan Diego, CA 92115
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Alexan Camellia
$2,602 - $4,422
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Alexan Camellia

4888 Convoy StSan Diego, CA 92111
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Union Grantville
$850 - $2,634
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Union Grantville

4520 Alvarado Canyon RdSan Diego, CA 92120
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The Merian
$2,302 - $28,317
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The Merian

601 11th AveSan Diego, CA 92101
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Regents Court
$3,012 - $7,643
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Regents Court

8465 Regents RdSan Diego, CA 92122
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Victory on Paseo
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$899 - $2,400
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Victory on Paseo

5505 Lindo PaseoSan Diego, CA 92115
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Top Neighborhoods Near San Diego Colleges and Universities

Learn about the best San Diego neighborhoods for student renters from Local Expert Hayden Goldberg.

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The Essential
1 Bedroom Apartments

The Essential

5595 Lindo PaseoSan Diego, CA 92115
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Fraternity Row
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Fraternity Row

5524 Hardy AveSan Diego, CA 92115
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Colony Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Colony Apartments

2101 Chatsworth BlvdSan Diego, CA 92107
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The Granada On Hardy
2 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

The Granada On Hardy

5525 Hardy AveSan Diego, CA 92115
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University Towers
2 Bedroom Apartments

University Towers

5505 MontezumaSan Diego, CA 92115
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4650-4656 Bayard St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

4650-4656 Bayard St

4650-4656 Bayard StSan Diego, CA 92109
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Sanctuary Suites
2 Bedroom Apartments

Sanctuary Suites

5840-5846 Hardy AveSan Diego, CA 92115
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Deciding Between a Student Apartment or a Dorm?

If you have the option of living off campus in your own apartment...that is the sure fire way to go! Learn a few reasons why. Click below to read more.

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Huaxtepec
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Huaxtepec

5475 55th StSan Diego, CA 92115
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Canyon Woods
Studio Apartments

Canyon Woods

4245 5th AveSan Diego, CA 92103
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Aztec Corner
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Aztec Corner

5504-5700 Montezuma RdSan Diego, CA 92115
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Arbor Woods
Studio Apartments

Arbor Woods

521 Arbor DrSan Diego, CA 92103
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Alberts College
1 Bedroom Apartments

Alberts College

5460 55th StSan Diego, CA 92115
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College West
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

College West

5445 55th StSan Diego, CA 92115
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5953 El Cajon Blvd
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5953 El Cajon Blvd

5953 El Cajon BlvdSan Diego, CA 92115
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5706 Mary Lane Dr
4 to 5 Bedroom Apartments

5706 Mary Lane Dr

5706 Mary Lane DrSan Diego, CA 92115
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Ridge Walk North
2 Bedroom Apartments

Ridge Walk North

9500 La Jolla Village DrSan Diego, CA 92161
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5379 E Falls View Dr
4 to 5 Bedroom Apartments

5379 E Falls View Dr

5379 E Falls View DrSan Diego, CA 92115
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The Student Renter's Ultimate Guide to Finding the Perfect San Diego Neighborhood to Rent

Learn About the Best Neighborhoods to Rent Near College Campuses in San Diego, CA | Find San Diego Off-Campus Student Housing

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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 Student San Diego Apartments

What is the Cheapest Student apartment in San Diego?

Currently the most affordable Student Apartment in San Diego is at Stateside listed at $800.

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

The average rent for a Student Apartment in San Diego is $3,143.

What is the largest Student San Diego Apartment for rent?

Today's Student apartment with the most square footage in San Diego is a 3,195 square feet unit starting from $2,302 at The Merian.

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

The average size for a Student rental in San Diego is currently at 688 sq ft.

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