1030 22nd St
San DiegoCA92102
Cheap Homes for Rent in Central San Diego Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $1,600 (7 Rentals)
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3322 L St
San DiegoCA92102
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San DiegoCA92102
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2553 K St
San DiegoCA92102
3625 Ash St
San DiegoCA92105
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3625 Ash St
San DiegoCA92105
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931 21st St
San DiegoCA92102
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Central San Diego, San Diego, CA Local Guide
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 | $3,743 | $1,995 | $6,500 |
| Central San Diego 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,595 | $3,595 | $3,595 |
| Central San Diego 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,995 | $3,995 | $3,995 |
Browse Homes for Rent in this Neighborhood
There are currently 7 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Central San Diego Neighborhood of San Diego, CA.
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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 Studio unit found at E Street priced from $1,695. Hillside Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,800. Here are the most affordable Central San Diego apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| E Street | E Street 01 | Studio,1BA | $1,695 |
| Hillside Apartments | Standard | 1BR,1BA | $1,800 |
| Bridgeview Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,900 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central San Diego, CA
As of May 31, 2025 the best value apartment in the Central San Diego area is the $3.09 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Model at 3093 Broadway in the in the Balboa Park neighborhood starting from $3,450. The second greatest value Central San Diego apartment is the Remodeled 2-2 Model at The Eldorado Manor starting at $2,395 with a $2.66 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3093 Broadway | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $3.09 |
| The Eldorado Manor | Remodeled 2-2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.66 |
| 1829 31st St, Unit B | 1829 31st St | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.94 |
| Ivy Street Apartments | 2/1 | 2BR,1BA | $3.63 |
| 3167 Market | 3 | 3BR,2BA | $3.69 |
| The Noble | 2x1 East Facing R | 2BR,1BA | $3.74 |
| Hillside Apartments | Standard | 1BR,1BA | $2.40 |
| Artisan | 1x1 - 728 | 1BR,1BA | $3.91 |
| The Irving | 100, 101, 108, 202, 204, 206, 207, 208, 210, 30... | 1BR,1BA | $3.88 |
| Bridgeview Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $3.45 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Central San Diego?
There are currently 505 Apartments for Rent in Central San Diego, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,400 to $10,105. There are also 24 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Central San Diego ranging from $1,650 to $6,500.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Central San Diego?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Central San Diego ranges from $1,650 to $6,500 with an average monthly rent of $3,464.
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