New Apartments for Rent in San Diego, CA Under $2,100 (57 Rentals)

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Smart Renter's Guide: Calculating Affordable Rent & Housing Costs

Wondering how to determine your rental budget? This comprehensive guide covers everything from the 30% rule to hidden fees and effective budgeting strategies.

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Prime
Built in 2017Studio Apartments

Prime

1965 Columbia StSan Diego, CA 92101

Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters

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Sasan Apartments
Built in 2023Studio Apartments

Sasan Apartments

901 W Washington StSan Diego, CA 92103
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Saturn V
Built in 2022Studio Apartments

Saturn V

421 25th StSan Diego, CA 92102
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The Continental
Built in 2019Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

The Continental

320 W Cedar StSan Diego, CA 92101
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3167 Market
Built in 20241 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

3167 Market

3167 Market StSan Diego, CA 92102
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Secoya Apartments
Built in 2022Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Secoya Apartments

3067 5th AveSan Diego, CA 92103
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5061 72nd St
Built in 2024Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

5061 72nd St

5061 72nd StSan Diego, CA 92115
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Casa Diego
Built in 20234 Bedroom Apartments

Casa Diego

6195 Montezuma RdSan Diego, CA 92115
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Monarch Studios
Built in 2023Studio Apartments

Monarch Studios

2955 Commercial StSan Diego, CA 92113

San Diego's Best Affordable Neighborhoods

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Valencia Pointe
Built in 20232 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Valencia Pointe

5930 Division StSan Diego, CA 92114
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Stateside
Built in 20232 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Stateside

6151 Montezuma RdSan Diego, CA 92115
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Paseo La Paz
Built in 20201 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Paseo La Paz

160 W Seaward AveSan Diego, CA 92173
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66th Street
Built in 20181 Bedroom Apartments

66th Street

630-636 66th StSan Diego, CA 92114
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Fairbanks Square
Built in 20151 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Fairbanks Square

16050 Potomac Ridge RdSan Diego, CA 92127
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Park 12 Podium
Built in 2018Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Park 12 Podium

202 Park BlvdSan Diego, CA 92101
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Southwest Village
Built in 20241 Bedroom Apartments

Southwest Village

323-338 Willie James Jones AveSan Diego, CA 92102
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Versa
Built in 2015Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Versa

2355 Via AltaSan Diego, CA 92108
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Getting Around San Diego, CA

Walk Score®

74 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

57 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

46 / 100

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Frequently Asked Questions about New San Diego Apartments

What is the Cheapest New apartment in San Diego?

Currently the most affordable New Apartment in San Diego is at Victory on Paseo listed at $792.

How much is the average rent for a New San Diego Apartment?

The average rent for a New Apartment in San Diego is $4,036.

What is the largest New San Diego Apartment for rent?

Today's New apartment with the most square footage in San Diego is a 9,333 square feet unit starting from $2,089 at Vive Luxe at The Vive Collection.

What is the average size for San Diego New Apartments for rent?

The average size for a New rental in San Diego is currently at 622 sq ft.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Top 10 Most Affordable Neighborhoods in San Diego: A Local Real Estate Expert Guide

Written by: Hayden Goldberg

Aloha! I’m Hayden, your local San Diego Realtor and relocation expert with ApartmentHomeLiving.com.

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.

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The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters

Written by: Bobbi Jackson

If you’re looking to relocate right now, a popular solution that may best fit your current rental needs is a short-term lease.

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Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters

Written by: Sandy Baker

Making the decision to rent is exciting and terrifying at the same time. For many people, there are a lot of unknowns.