
Studio Apartments for Rent in San Diego, CA Under $2,600 (344 Rentals)


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Rowyn

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Ancora Apartments

Atlas Alvarado

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Vora Mission Valley

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Diega

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Winslow

Arbor Crest on Fourth

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The Wyatt Makers Quarter

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Stanza Little Italy
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Purl Apartments

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K1 Apartments

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625 Broadway

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AV8 Little Italy

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Entrada

Idea1 Apartments

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The Warwick

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Canyon Park

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Terra at Mission Trails

Griffis East Village

Instrata Little Italy

AVA Pacific Beach

13th & Market

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600 Front Apartments

Market Street Village

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Union Grantville
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Celeste

Naranja Apartments

F11 East Village

4456 30th Street

Pacific Heights II

The Abington

The Townsend

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Gravity
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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 | $2,383 | $900 | $5,500 |
| San Diego 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,920 | $950 | $10,000+ |
| San Diego 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,738 | $855 | $10,000+ |
| San Diego 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,911 | $1,165 | $10,000+ |
| San Diego 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,818 | $850 | $10,000+ |
| San Diego 5 Bedroom Apartments | $6,523 | $1,124 | $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 $2,383.
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 425 sq ft.
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