
Apartments for Rent in San Diego, CA Under $1,800 (525 Rentals)


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Potomac Square Apartments

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City Lofts

2551 Commercial St-F4OZ

Spring Villas

Penasquitos Point

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149 Coolwater Dr, Unit Cozy studio

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Foxwood - 30 Day Rentals!

900 F Street
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Cedar Shores

Pacific Heights II

Horton 4th Avenue

The Helm - Affordable Housing

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Bella Vista-
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Golden Glen Apartments

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5809 Lindo Paseo

Harris Family Senior Residence

WLA Windsor

2855-2865 A St San Diego, CA 92102

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Island Flats

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Sage House Apartments

Luther Tower - 55+ Affordable Community

University Gardens

Vantaggio Little Italy

830 Park Blvd

Chamoune Senior Apartments

2949-2955 Logan Ave

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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 Under $1800 | $2,399 | $900 | $10,000+ |
| San Diego 1 Bedroom Apartments Under $1800 | $2,907 | $1,000 | $10,000+ |
| San Diego 2 Bedroom Apartments Under $1800 | $3,675 | $799 | $10,000+ |
| San Diego 3 Bedroom Apartments Under $1800 | $4,720 | $1,050 | $10,000+ |
| San Diego 4 Bedroom Apartments Under $1800 | $3,148 | $775 | $10,000+ |
| San Diego 5 Bedroom Apartments | $3,790 | $749 | $10,000+ |
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Frequently Asked Questions about San Diego
How much are Studio apartments in San Diego?
There are currently 5,617 Studio Apartments in San Diego with rent ranges from $900 to $14,812 with an average price of $2,399.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom San Diego Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in San Diego ranges from $1,000 to $16,406 with an average monthly rent of $2,907.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in San Diego cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in San Diego range from $799 to $28,966. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $3,675.
How expensive are San Diego Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 2,073 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in San Diego on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,050 to $24,091 - averaging $4,720 for the location.
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