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How much does it cost to rent a home in Central San Diego?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central San Diego 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,246 | $2,700 | $4,100 |
| Central San Diego 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,897 | $3,245 | $6,795 |
| Central San Diego 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,950 | $6,950 | $6,950 |
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Cheapest Available Central San Diego Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Central San Diego area of San Diego, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Hillside Apartments priced from $1,750. Island Gardens Apartments - Affordable has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,843. Here are the most affordable Central San Diego apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hillside Apartments | Standard | 1BR,1BA | $1,750 |
| Island Gardens Apartments - Affordable | 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath - 60% AMI | 2BR,1BA | $1,843 |
| Palm Terrace Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,865 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central San Diego, CA
As of August 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Central San Diego area is the $1.75 price per square foot 2270 Boundary St Model at 2270 Boundary St, Unit Upper Unit in the in the Balboa Park neighborhood starting from $3,500. The second greatest value Central San Diego apartment is the 2BR/1BA Model at Palm Terrace Apartments starting at $2,500 with a $2.78 price per square foot in the Balboa Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Central San Diego apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2270 Boundary St, Unit Upper Unit | 2270 Boundary St | 3BR,2BA | $1.75 |
| Palm Terrace Apartments | 2BR/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.78 |
| Island Gardens Apartments - Affordable | 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath - 60% AMI | 2BR,1BA | $2.12 |
| Hillside Apartments | Standard | 1BR,1BA | $2.33 |
| 3093 Broadway | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $4.06 |
| South Park Place | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.73 |
| The Irving | ADU | 1BR,1BA | $4.75 |
| Estudios de Stanson | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.90 |
| 3167 Market | 1 | 1BR,1BA | $4.07 |
| C30 | Studio 2 | Studio ,1BA | $6.63 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Central San Diego?
There are currently 497 Apartments for Rent in Central San Diego, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,695 to $9,933. There are also 29 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Central San Diego ranging from $1,350 to $6,950.
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Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Central San Diego ranges from $1,350 to $6,950 with an average monthly rent of $2,928.
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