Studio Apartments for Rent in San Diego, CA (1,173 Rentals)

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San Diego, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in San Diego?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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San Diego Studio Apartments | $2,432 | $1,033 | $10,000+ |
San Diego 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,869 | $1,042 | $10,000+ |
San Diego 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,644 | $855 | $10,000+ |
San Diego 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,620 | $750 | $10,000+ |
San Diego 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,450 | $700 | $10,000+ |
San Diego 5 Bedroom Apartments | $4,616 | $792 | $10,000+ |
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San Diego Studio Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood
Availability Confirmed As of: July 25, 2025There are currently 3410 available Studio apartment units from neighborhoods all over San Diego, CA that range in price from $1,033 to $10,831. Balboa Park, Harborview and Downtown San Diego are the neighborhoods that currently have the most Studio availability. Here is today's list of the top neighborhoods in San Diego with the most available Studio apartments:
Neighborhood | Available Units | Median Price | Min Price |
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Balboa Park | 270 | $2,435 | $1,050 |
Harborview | 243 | $2,410 | $1,050 |
Downtown San Diego | 209 | $2,415 | $1,062 |
Burlingame | 194 | $2,404 | $1,050 |
Core-columbia | 190 | $2,405 | $1,062 |
Horton Plaza | 187 | $2,408 | $1,062 |
Gaslamp District | 186 | $2,405 | $1,062 |
Marina District | 180 | $2,401 | $1,062 |
Marina | 179 | $2,405 | $1,062 |
Waterfront Condos | 156 | $2,500 | $1,062 |
Largest Available San Diego Studio Apartments
The largest available Studio apartment unit in San Diego, CA is found at Lofts at 734 University Ave in the Balboa Park neighborhood and is 1,322 square feet priced from $3,000. Mission Hills Apartments has the second largest Studio, which is sized at 1,222 square feet and currently listed start at $3,520. Here is today’s list of the largest available Studio units in San Diego:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
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Lofts at 734 University Ave | Huge Loft Units | 1,322 Sq Ft | $3,000 |
Mission Hills Apartments | LOFT PLAN 2 | 1,222 Sq Ft | $3,520 |
Nova Apartment Homes | Live/Work | 860 Sq Ft | $2,376 |
K1 Apartments | ST-L1 | 838 Sq Ft | $2,650 |
Cornerstone Lofts | 0BR/1.0BA | 800 Sq Ft | $1,850 |
Horton 4th Avenue | Studios | 752 Sq Ft | $2,020 |
Eighteen Ten State St | Studio K | 720 Sq Ft | $3,349 |
Pacific Ridge | A3 | 680 Sq Ft | $2,999 |
360 Luxury Apartments | Compass | 649 Sq Ft | $2,775 |
Cheapest Available San Diego Studio Apartments
As of July 25, 2025 the lowest priced Studio apartment unit in San Diego, CA is the Studio Model starting from $1,050 at 3942 8th Ave in the Balboa Park neighborhood. The second most affordable San Diego Studio is the Standard Model at Peachtree Inn starting at $1,062 . The average price for all Studio apartments in San Diego is currently $2,432. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in San Diego:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
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3942 8th Ave | Studio | $1,050 |
Peachtree Inn | Standard | $1,062 |
Vista Lane Family Homes - Affordable Housing | Studio - 50% AMI | $1,375 |
Vista Palms | Vista Palms 0+1s | $1,395 |
Vantaggio Little Italy | Small full size bed | $1,450 |
Island Flats | Small Studio | $1,500 |
The Presidio Apartments | Studio | $1,508 |
Colina Park North Apartments | stud 60% | $1,526 |
WLA 509 Park | 0BR/1.0BA | $1,550 |
Vista De Luna | Studio with Cooktop-Down | $1,550 |
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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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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
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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
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Frequently Asked Questions about Studio San Diego Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in San Diego with Studio?
Currently the most affordable Studio in San Diego is at 3942 8th Ave listed at $1,050.
How much is the average rent for a Studio San Diego Apartment?
The average rent for a Studio Apartment in San Diego is $2,432.
What is the largest available Studio San Diego Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in San Diego is a 1,322 square feet unit starting from $3,000 at Lofts at 734 University Ave.
What is the average size for San Diego Studio Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Studio rental in San Diego is currently 479 sq ft.
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