Gated Apartments for Rent in San Diego, CA Under $2,600 (337 Rentals)

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Diega
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$2,528 - $7,045
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Diega

702 BroadwaySan Diego, CA 92101
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525 Olive
$2,494 - $28,966
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525 Olive

525 Olive StSan Diego, CA 92103
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Citrino
$2,454 - $2,703
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Citrino

6916 Fulton StSan Diego, CA 92111
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Ancora Apartments
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$2,427 - $4,732
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Ancora Apartments

110 Beech StSan Diego, CA 92101
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GEMA
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$2,427 - $3,615
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GEMA

1471 8th AveSan Diego, CA 92101
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Pacific Sands
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$2,401 - $3,301
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Pacific Sands

5550 Balboa Arms DrSan Diego, CA 92117
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Silo
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$2,375 - $5,119
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Silo

7231 Colchester CtSan Diego, CA 92154
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Legacy
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$2,367 - $7,415
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Legacy

9320 Hillery DrSan Diego, CA 92126
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Casoleil
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$2,364 - $7,073
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Casoleil

1100 Dennery RdSan Diego, CA 92154
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4116 39th St, Unit #4116
$2,350
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4116 39th St, Unit #4116

4116 39th StSan Diego, CA 92105
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Asana at North Park
$2,348 - $2,578
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Asana at North Park

3710-3810 Wabash AveSan Diego, CA 92104
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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 Stateside listed at $800.

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

The average rent for a Gated Apartment in San Diego is $3,067.

What is the largest Gated San Diego Apartment for rent?

Today's Gated apartment with the most square footage in San Diego is a 2,366 square feet unit starting from $3,239 at Altura.

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 642 sq ft.

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