
Apartments for Rent in San Diego, CA Under $2,300 (1,352 Rentals)


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Mira Monte

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Villa Marquette

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Silo

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Spire San Diego

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The Rey

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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 $2300 | $2,364 | $825 | $10,000+ |
| San Diego 1 Bedroom Apartments Under $2300 | $2,931 | $850 | $10,000+ |
| San Diego 2 Bedroom Apartments Under $2300 | $3,771 | $819 | $10,000+ |
| San Diego 3 Bedroom Apartments Under $2300 | $4,716 | $1,165 | $10,000+ |
| San Diego 4 Bedroom Apartments Under $2300 | $4,118 | $719 | $10,000+ |
| San Diego 5 Bedroom Apartments | $10,194 | $1,289 | $10,000+ |
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Frequently Asked Questions about San Diego
How much are Studio apartments in San Diego?
There are currently 5,585 Studio Apartments in San Diego with rent ranges from $825 to $15,823 with an average price of $2,364.
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 $850 to $16,858 with an average monthly rent of $2,931.
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 $819 to $26,615. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $3,771.
How expensive are San Diego Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 2,136 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in San Diego on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,165 to $30,917 - averaging $4,716 for the location.
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