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Elowen
8555 Aero DrSan Diego, CA 92123
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The Torrey
1200 Front StSan Diego, CA 92101
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The MINN
1905 BroadwaySan Diego, CA 92102
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Rowyn
3775 Sixth AveSan Diego, CA 92103
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Bowen Apartments
3280 Barnett AveSan Diego, CA 92110
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Broadstone Mission Valley
1908 Hotel Cir NSan Diego, CA 92108
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Atlas Alvarado
6535 Alvarado RdSan Diego, CA 92120
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7050 Friars RdSan Diego, CA 92108
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The Lindley
1331 Columbia StSan Diego, CA 92101
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Diega
702 BroadwaySan Diego, CA 92101
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West Park
7777 Westside DrSan Diego, CA 92108
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Tenney
2260 El Cajon BlvdSan Diego, CA 92104
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Ancora
110 Beech StSan Diego, CA 92101
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Vora Mission Valley
4440 Twain AveSan Diego, CA 92120
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Vive on The Park
8725 Ariva CtSan Diego, CA 92123
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2911 Adams
2911 Adams AveSan Diego, CA 92116
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64 Forty
6440 El Cajon BlvdSan Diego, CA 92115
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Alexan Camellia
4888 Convoy StSan Diego, CA 92111
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Brickhouse North Park
4080 32nd StSan Diego, CA 92104
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Rainford Apartments
3660 Reynard WaySan Diego, CA 92103
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8th and U
3843 8th AveSan Diego, CA 92103
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Monroe
3090 Polk AveSan Diego, CA 92104
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Denizen
3840 6th AveSan Diego, CA 92103
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Parkline North Park
4250 Oregon StSan Diego, CA 92104
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Bevel Apartments
3250 Barnett AveSan Diego, CA 92110
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Union Grantville
4520 Alvarado Canyon RdSan Diego, CA 92120
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AZUL North Park
4499 Ohio StSan Diego, CA 92116
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Arbor Crest on Fourth
4186 4th AveSan Diego, CA 92103
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Purl Apartments
7901 Civita BlvdSan Diego, CA 92108
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K1 Apartments
330 13th StSan Diego, CA 92101
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One Paseo Living
3200 Paseo Village WaySan Diego, CA 92130
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550 W Date StSan Diego, CA 92101
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AV8 Little Italy
2155 Kettner BlvdSan Diego, CA 92101
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Estudios de Stanson
1133-1137 27th StSan Diego, CA 92102
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Valentina by Alta
1919 Pacific HwySan Diego, CA 92101
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Eighteen Ten State St
1810 State StSan Diego, CA 92101
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The Warwick
606 Washington StSan Diego, CA 92103
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5080 Camino Del ArroyoSan Diego, CA 92108
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6132 Gullstrand StSan Diego, CA 92122
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5040 Camino San FerminSan Diego, CA 92130
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Canyon Park
9555 Genesee AveSan Diego, CA 92121
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8720 Costa Verde BlvdSan Diego, CA 92122
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707-777 G StSan Diego, CA 92101
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7707 Mission Gorge RdSan Diego, CA 92120
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2420 Cardinal DrSan Diego, CA 92123
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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 | $2,401 | $900 | $6,276 |
| San Diego 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,908 | $850 | $10,000+ |
| San Diego 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,706 | $855 | $10,000+ |
| San Diego 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,699 | $1,065 | $10,000+ |
| San Diego 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,927 | $850 | $10,000+ |
| San Diego 5 Bedroom Apartments | $7,119 | $914 | $10,000+ |
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San Diego Studio Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood
Availability Confirmed As of: April 16, 2026There are currently 6154 available Studio apartment units from neighborhoods all over San Diego, CA that range in price from $900 to $6,276. Balboa Park, Old Town 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 | 450 | $2,514 | $900 |
| Old Town | 318 | $2,575 | $1,508 |
| Downtown San Diego | 271 | $2,550 | $900 |
| Core-columbia | 251 | $2,543 | $900 |
| Burlingame | 249 | $2,411 | $900 |
| Horton Plaza | 248 | $2,546 | $900 |
| Gaslamp District | 247 | $2,543 | $900 |
| Marina | 238 | $2,547 | $900 |
| Park West | 217 | $2,767 | $1,250 |
| Harborview | 212 | $2,685 | $900 |
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 1,799 square feet priced from $3,100. Mission Hills Apartments has the second largest Studio, which is sized at 1,413 square feet and currently listed start at $3,705. 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 | 1,799 Sq Ft | $3,100 |
| Mission Hills Apartments | LOFT PLAN 6 | 1,413 Sq Ft | $3,705 |
| Horton 4th Avenue | 2 Story Loft | 1,233 Sq Ft | $2,800 |
| MBS Studios | Studio | 900 Sq Ft | $1,400 |
| Onyx on Park | Live/Work 2 | 881 Sq Ft | $3,495 |
| 4th and J | Hermosa | 880 Sq Ft | $3,584 |
| Cielo | C1 Floorplan (Open Style) | 851 Sq Ft | $2,878 |
| K1 Apartments | ST-L1 | 838 Sq Ft | $2,816 |
| Casa Estilo | A1-L | 694 Sq Ft | $3,060 |
| Arlington Apartments | Studio | 400 Sq Ft | $1,300 |
Cheapest Available San Diego Studio Apartments
As of April 16, 2026 the lowest priced Studio apartment unit in San Diego, CA is the Single Room Occupant Model starting from $900 at Arlington Apartments in the Balboa Park neighborhood. The second most affordable San Diego Studio is the Standard Model at Trolley Court starting at $974 . The average price for all Studio apartments in San Diego is currently $2,401. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in San Diego:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Arlington Apartments | Single Room Occupant | $900 |
| Trolley Court | Standard | $974 |
| 3942 8th Ave | Studio | $995 |
| Studio 15 | Studios - 50% AMI - Utilities included | $1,050 |
| Peachtree Inn - Fully furnished units! | Standard | $1,062 |
| Island Village Apartments | Studio ALL UTILITIES Included | $1,300 |
| Villa Escondido | Studio 1 Bath | $1,302 |
| Naranja Apartments | Studio - 70% AMI | $1,375 |
| Vista Lane Family Homes - Affordable Housing | 3501 -Studio - 50% AMI | $1,375 |
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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 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 $2,401.
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 447 sq ft.
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