
Apartments for Rent in the College Area San Diego, CA (418 Rentals)


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Victory on Paseo

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5456 Gilbert Dr, Unit Gilbert Dr 1 br

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5553 Yerba Anita Dr, Unit YAD #1

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4510 48th St, Unit 1BR

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4473 Menlo Ave

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5809 Lindo Paseo

5438 Mary Lane Dr

5436 Mary Lane Dr, Unit 4 Bedrooms-3 Baths

5432 Mary Lane Dr

5312 Remington Rd
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5811 Lindo Paseo, Unit 1

5661 Campanile Way

4932 Campanile Dr

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5020 College Ave

4580 55th St, Unit B

6326 Montezuma Rd

6216 Stanley Ave

6220 Stanley Ave, Unit 6220

5688 Marne Ave
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4450 49th St

6048 Bradford St, Unit A

5472 Adobe Falls Rd, Unit 12

5370 W Falls View Dr

6305 Stanley Ave

5024 54th St

5543 Adobe Falls Rd

5728-5730 Adelaide Ave

6328 Cleo St

5478 Mary Ln Dr
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College Area, San Diego, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in College Area?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| College Area Studio Apartments | $1,861 | $1,695 | $2,195 |
| College Area 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,980 | $1,000 | $2,995 |
| College Area 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,818 | $934 | $3,695 |
| College Area 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,191 | $1,165 | $8,699 |
| College Area 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,474 | $869 | $4,900 |
| College Area 5 Bedroom Apartments | $2,499 | $1,074 | $5,600 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleCollege Area, San Diego, CA
Ranked #74
Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Lifestyle Ratings
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Frequently Asked Questions about College Area
What is the current price range for One Bedroom College Area Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in College Area ranges from $1,000 to $2,995 with an average monthly rent of $1,980.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in College Area cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in College Area range from $934 to $3,695. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,818.
How expensive are College Area Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 49 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in College Area on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,165 to $8,699 - averaging $3,191 for the location.
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