Top Rated Student Apartments for Rent in San Diego, CA (47 Rentals)

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The Rive San Diego
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

The Rive San Diego

6345 El Cajon BlvdSan Diego, CA 92115
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Paseo Place
2 to 6 Bedroom Apartments

Paseo Place

5665 Lindo PaseoSan Diego, CA 92115
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The Essential
1 Bedroom Apartments

The Essential

5595 Lindo PaseoSan Diego, CA 92115
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Stateside
2 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Stateside

6151 Montezuma RdSan 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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Casa Diego
4 Bedroom Apartments

Casa Diego

6195 Montezuma RdSan Diego, CA 92115
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Vera Cortez Hill
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Vera Cortez Hill

1399 Ninth AveSan Diego, CA 92101
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Alberts College
1 Bedroom Apartments

Alberts College

5460 55th StSan Diego, CA 92115
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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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Fraternity Row
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Fraternity Row

5524 Hardy AveSan Diego, CA 92115
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Sanctuary Suites
2 Bedroom Apartments

Sanctuary Suites

5840-5846 Hardy AveSan Diego, CA 92115
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Aztec Corner
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Aztec Corner

5504-5700 Montezuma RdSan Diego, CA 92115
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Nuevo West
2 Bedroom Apartments

Nuevo West

3869 Miramar StLa Jolla, CA 92037
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The Quad-Student Housing
2 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

The Quad-Student Housing

210 E Barham DrSan Marcos, CA 92078
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Crest 850
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Crest 850

850 Village DrSan Marcos, CA 92078
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San Diego, CA Local Guide

Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

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San Diego, CA

Ranked #4

Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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3.5
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Walk Score®

74 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

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 Student San Diego Apartments

What is the Cheapest Student apartment in San Diego?

Currently the most affordable Student Apartment in San Diego is at Union Grantville listed at $850.

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

The average rent for a Student Apartment in San Diego is $3,347.

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 $2,309 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 658 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.

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Top 10 Most Affordable Neighborhoods in San Diego: A Local Real Estate Expert Guide

Written by: Hayden Goldberg

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.