
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the College Area San Diego, CA (145 Rentals)


College View

Pakeva

Aztec Lofts

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4510 48th St, Unit 1BR, Unit 1BR

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5809 Lindo Paseo

4770 55th St, Unit 4770 GROUND, Unit 4770 GROUND

4843 Collwood Blvd

4775 54th St

4465 48th St
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4544 El Cerrito Dr

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4424 Altadena Ave

4505 Dawson Ave

4540-4548 55th St
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4518 52nd St

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4520-4528 51st St

4444 49th St

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4478 N 48th St

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4441 Menlo Ave

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4437 51st St

4455 WINONA Ave

6036 Estelle St

4455 50th St

4432-4436 52nd St

4471 48th St

4510-4512 58th St
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4501 54th St

4561-4565 Altadena Ave

5884 Estelle St

4479-4485 54th St

4546 54th St

5077-5081 Madison Ave

4480 51st St

6181 Montezuma Rd

4448 Estrella Ave

4465-4469 Euclid Ave
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in College Area?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| College Area Studio Apartments | $1,994 | $1,788 | $2,195 |
College Area 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,140 | $850 | $2,995 |
| College Area 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,698 | $1,475 | $3,835 |
| College Area 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,778 | $1,050 | $8,313 |
| College Area 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,527 | $960 | $6,400 |
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Largest Available College Area 1 Bedroom Apartments
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pakeva | 1x1 | 601 Sq Ft | $2,145 |
| College View | 1x1 | 563 Sq Ft | $2,750 |
Cheapest Available College Area 1 Bedroom Apartments
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Pakeva | 1x1 | $2,145 |
| College View | 1x1 | $2,750 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleCollege Area, San Diego, CA
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Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom College Area Apartments
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom College Area Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in College Area is $2,140.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom College Area Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in College Area is a 601 square feet unit starting from $2,145 at Pakeva.
What is the average size for College Area 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in College Area is currently 513 sq ft.
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