
Apartments for Rent in San Diego, CA Under $3,000 with Utilities Included (552 Rentals)
Apartments in San Diego where your utility payments are included in your rent.


Talmadge Canyon Park

Crandall Apartments

Wintergreen

Imperial Tower Apartments

2950 Bayside Ln

Ariel

Allegro Towers

Genesee Park

Park View Apartments
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La Terraza Apartments

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Carroll Apartments

Cornerstone Lofts

The Billboard Lofts

Village Terrace

Bevel Apartments

Miramar Townhomes - Military Housing

Rancho Villas

F11 East Village

Redwood Terrace Apartments
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Bowen Apartments

Loma Village

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Gramercy Apartments

The Theater Apartments

Hourglass Park

The Irving

Del Rey Apartments

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Ocean Breeze

Gaines Street Apartment

3755-3771 Ingraham St

Golden Glen Apartments

Stadium Arms Apartments

Bayview Apartments
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Villa De Oro Apartments

Pacific Beach Shores

Bluewater Apartments

4245 34th St

Le Jaime

Hillcrest Regency 55+ Community

Hillside Apartments

Penasquitos Point

Foxwood - 30 Day Rentals!
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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 | $2,407 | $900 | $10,000+ |
| San Diego 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,916 | $950 | $10,000+ |
| San Diego 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,726 | $855 | $10,000+ |
| San Diego 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,864 | $1,165 | $10,000+ |
| San Diego 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,254 | $850 | $10,000+ |
| San Diego 5 Bedroom Apartments | $6,098 | $1,074 | $10,000+ |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Utilities Included San Diego Apartments
What is the Cheapest Utilities Included apartment in San Diego?
Currently the most affordable Utilities Included Apartment in San Diego is at Zuma Student Housing listed at $825.
How much is the average rent for a Utilities Included San Diego Apartment?
The average rent for a Utilities Included Apartment in San Diego is $2,250.
What is the largest Utilities Included San Diego Apartment for rent?
Today's Utilities Included apartment with the most square footage in San Diego is a 1,950 square feet unit starting from $2,600 at Imperial Tower Apartments.
What is the average size for San Diego Utilities Included Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Utilities Included rental in San Diego is currently at 652 sq ft.
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