
Gated Apartments for Rent in San Diego, CA Under $3,000 (407 Rentals) Page 3 of 9


Artisan

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Asana at North Park

Emerald Manor Apartments

Pine Terrace Apartments - PTerrace

The Irving

Golden Pacific Apartments

Casas by the Sea

Purl Apartments

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The Merian

Urbana Rental Flats

Koll Center

8th and U

2679 Imperial Ave

Surfcaster Apartments

Villa Marquette

Il Palazzo Apartments

13th & Market

ALX

800 Broadway

The Village

Spire San Diego

Courtyard on 68th

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4510 48th St, Unit 1BR, Unit 1BR

The MINN

Veranda La Jolla

Casa Aldea at University City Village

Nova Apartment Homes

The Abington

AMP30

4130 Louisiana

Villa Pacifica

Bevel Apartments

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The Warwick

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Ironwood

Gardens Apartments

The Jackson North Park

University Crest Apartments | Hillcrest/Mission Hills – Modern Living

The Rey

Griffis East Village

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Tenth&G

The Nash

3967 Illinois St

Chapman Place

Canyon View Apartments

1055 6th Ave

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823 San Fernando Pl, Unit B, Unit B

Idea1 Apartments

Catalina Pacific Apartments

Pakeva
San Diego, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in San Diego?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| San Diego Studio Apartments | $2,395 | $850 | $6,159 |
| San Diego 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,903 | $1,180 | $10,000+ |
| San Diego 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,682 | $855 | $10,000+ |
| San Diego 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,751 | $1,050 | $10,000+ |
| San Diego 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,849 | $850 | $10,000+ |
| San Diego 5 Bedroom Apartments | $6,547 | $899 | $10,000+ |
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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 $3,059.
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 $2,274 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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