
Apartments for Rent in San Diego, CA with Utilities Included (1,232 Rentals)
Apartments in San Diego where your utility payments are included in your rent.


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The Plaza Apartments

La Terraza Apartments

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Carroll Apartments

Union Grantville
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Wintergreen

Aztec Campus Apartments

Gramercy Apartments

Cinnamon Woods Apartments

Cornerstone Lofts

Stadium Arms Apartments

Vantaggio Little Italy
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Mr. Robinson Lofts

4013-4021 Logan Ave

Bella Vista

Miramar Townhomes - Military Housing

Hourglass Park Apartments

Le Jaime

Iconic on Alvarado: Off-Campus Student Housing
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Talmadge Canyon Park

55+ La Casa Balboa

Chollas Heights Military Housing

Rancho Villas

Penasquitos Point

The Marquis at Hillcrest

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San Diego, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in San Diego?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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San Diego Studio Apartments with Utilities Included | $2,428 | $1,033 | $10,000+ |
San Diego 1 Bedroom Apartments with Utilities Included | $2,873 | $850 | $10,000+ |
San Diego 2 Bedroom Apartments with Utilities Included | $3,758 | $855 | $10,000+ |
San Diego 3 Bedroom Apartments with Utilities Included | $4,733 | $930 | $10,000+ |
San Diego 4 Bedroom Apartments with Utilities Included | $4,567 | $850 | $10,000+ |
San Diego 5 Bedroom Apartments | $5,063 | $792 | $10,000+ |
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San Diego Overview
San Diego is a major city on the Pacific Coast in Southern California and is adjacent to the Mexican border. Home to over 1.3 million people, San Diego is the eighth largest city in the United States and is nicknamed “America’s Finest City”. The major industries are military/defense, tourism, international trade, and manufacturing. There is also a wide variety of apartments in San Diego available for residents who move here to find a great place to call home.
Why live in San Diego, CA?
While the cost of living is higher than average in San Diego, the city offers near perfect weather year round, a wide variety of outdoors activities, beautiful beaches, museums and other cultural centers, and a professional sports events. Fans of local sports have their choice of supporting the San Diego Chargers (football), the San Diego Padres (baseball), the San Diego Gulls (ice hockey) and a newly formed rugby team.
Pet Friendly LifestyleSan Diego, CA
Ranked #4
Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
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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
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
San Diego, CA Area Reviews
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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 Union Grantville listed at $850.
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 $2,377.
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 $1,600 at The Marquis at Hillcrest.
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 677 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.

Top 10 Most Affordable Neighborhoods in San Diego: A Local Real Estate Expert Guide
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Written by: Lauren Harrington
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