
Gated Apartments for Rent in San Diego, CA Under $1,800 (96 Rentals)


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3509 K St, Unit 3509

Market Street Village

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4030 38th St #7

Market Street Square

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Meadowbrook

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2529 Northside Dr, Unit Private Room available!
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Hillside Apartments

Hillcrest Regency 55+ Community

Topaz

Canyon Breeze

College View

Horton 4th Avenue

55+ Senior Living- Georgia Regency Apartments

MBS Studios

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Studios435: Furnished Studios with Modern Esthetic
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Harris Family Senior Residence

Pacific Cove

WLA Windsor

The Presidio Apartments

Island Flats

The Theater Apartments

DL University Gardens

The Marquis

Vantaggio Little Italy
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Terrasini Apartments

9452 Larrabee Ave

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408 S 33rd St, Unit 2

Villa De Oro Apartments

830 Park Blvd

Vista Lane Family Homes - Affordable Housing

Naranja Apartments

Luther Tower - 55+ Affordable Community

Island Village Apartments

Hillcrest Inn
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The Orchard Senior Apartments (55+)

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Peachtree Inn - Fully furnished units!

Studio 15

Monte

Trolley Court

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Victory on Paseo

Arlington Apartments

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Prisma Student Housing

Zuma Student Housing
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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 | $2,389 | $900 | $5,971 |
| San Diego 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,871 | $850 | $10,000+ |
| San Diego 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,584 | $370 | $10,000+ |
| San Diego 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,699 | $1,065 | $10,000+ |
| San Diego 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,218 | $875 | $10,000+ |
| San Diego 5 Bedroom Apartments | $8,247 | $914 | $10,000+ |
| San Diego 6 Bedroom Apartments | $7,166 | $6,600 | $7,500 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Gated San Diego Apartments
What is the Cheapest Gated apartment in San Diego?
Currently the most affordable Gated Apartment in San Diego is at Vive on The Park listed at $370.
How much is the average rent for a Gated San Diego Apartment?
The average rent for a Gated Apartment in San Diego is $3,069.
What is the largest Gated San Diego Apartment for rent?
Today's Gated apartment with the most square footage in San Diego is a 3,195 square feet unit starting from $2,355 at The Merian.
What is the average size for San Diego Gated Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Gated rental in San Diego is currently at 644 sq ft.
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