
Studio Apartments for Rent in San Diego, CA Under $2,000 (219 Rentals)


Atlas Alvarado

Celeste

Rainford Apartments

Estudios de Stanson

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Entrada

Terra at Mission Trails

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Navajo Bluffs

The Presidio Apartments

Market Street Village
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Park View Hillcrest

Cowles Landing

Bella Vista-

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Village Apartments

Iconic on Alvarado

Studio 15

WLA Windsor

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Thorn Collection
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Maya Linda Apartments

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Arlington Apartments

1520 Tyler House

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Las Palmas Apartments

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Terrasini Apartments

Penasquitos Point

Hillcrest Inn

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Windsor Apartments

Studios435: Furnished Studios with Modern Esthetic

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Hilltop Terrace

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Greystone Lofts

Ingraham - La Playa Point LP

Apartments on Cass St.
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in San Diego?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| San Diego Studio Apartments | $2,361 | $850 | $8,678 |
| San Diego 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,895 | $1,180 | $10,000+ |
| San Diego 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,698 | $855 | $10,000+ |
| San Diego 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,828 | $1,050 | $10,000+ |
| San Diego 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,775 | $850 | $10,000+ |
| San Diego 5 Bedroom Apartments | $6,450 | $899 | $10,000+ |
| San Diego 6 Bedroom Apartments | $7,006 | $1,350 | $10,000+ |
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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 Arlington Apartments listed at $900.
How much is the average rent for a Studio San Diego Apartment?
The average rent for a Studio Apartment in San Diego is $2,361.
What is the largest available Studio San Diego Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in San Diego is a 1,799 square feet unit starting from $3,100 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 401 sq ft.
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