
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Central San Diego Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $1,250 (60 Rentals) Page 2 of 2
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Golden View Apartments

3093 Broadway

The Rosewood

2520 E St
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3028 Juniper St

The Irving

Greenbrier West

30th Street Cottages

933 21st St
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Central San Diego, San Diego, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Central San Diego?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central San Diego Studio Apartments | $1,901 | $1,450 | $2,695 |
| Central San Diego 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,195 | $1,695 | $3,612 |
| Central San Diego 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,016 | $1,843 | $6,540 |
| Central San Diego 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,568 | $3,495 | $10,000+ |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 60 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Central San Diego Neighborhood of San Diego, CA.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Central San Diego Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Central San Diego?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Central San Diego is under $2,199.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Central San Diego?
The cheapest apartment in Central San Diego is 2474 E BROADWAY which is listed at $1,700, while the average apartment in Central San Diego costs $2,172.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Central San Diego?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 1 regular apartments in Central San Diego that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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