1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the College Area San Diego, CA (144 Rentals)

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Park Collwood
1 Bedroom Apartments

Park Collwood

4501 Collwood BlvdSan Diego, CA 92115
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Alberts College
1 Bedroom Apartments

Alberts College

5460 55th StSan Diego, CA 92115
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Gravity Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Gravity Apartments

4750 Mission Gorge PlSan Diego, CA 92120
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Adelaide Gardens
1 Bedroom Apartments

Adelaide Gardens

5532-5562 Adelaide AveSan Diego, CA 92115
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Adelaide Gardens
1 Bedroom Apartments

Adelaide Gardens

5510 Adelaide AveSan Diego, CA 92115
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4432-4436 52nd St
1 Bedroom Apartments

4432-4436 52nd St

4432-4436 52nd StSan Diego, CA 92115
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4471 48th St
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4471 48th St

4471 48th StSan Diego, CA 92115

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4510-4512 58th St
1 Bedroom Apartments

4510-4512 58th St

4510-4512 58th StSan Diego, CA 92115
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College West
1 Bedroom Apartments

College West

5445 55th StSan Diego, CA 92115
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4444 49th St
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4444 49th St

4444 49th StSan Diego, CA 92115
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4501 54th St
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4501 54th St

4501 54th StSan Diego, CA 92115
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5884 Estelle St
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5884 Estelle St

5884 Estelle StSan Diego, CA 92115
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4520-4528 51st St
1 Bedroom Apartments

4520-4528 51st St

4520-4528 51st StSan Diego, CA 92115

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4478 N 48th St
1 Bedroom Apartments

4478 N 48th St

4478 N 48th StSan Diego, CA 92115
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4441 Menlo Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

4441 Menlo Ave

4441 Menlo AveSan Diego, CA 92115
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4437 51st St
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4437 51st St

4437 51st StSan Diego, CA 92115
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4455 WINONA Ave
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4455 WINONA Ave

4455 WINONA AveSan Diego, CA 92115
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6036 Estelle St
1 Bedroom Apartments

6036 Estelle St

6036 Estelle StSan Diego, CA 92115
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4455 50th St
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4455 50th St

4455 50th StSan Diego, CA 92115
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4479-4485 54th St
1 Bedroom Apartments

4479-4485 54th St

4479-4485 54th StSan Diego, CA 92115

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4546 54th St
1 Bedroom Apartments

4546 54th St

4546 54th StSan Diego, CA 92115
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4480 51st St
1 Bedroom Apartments

4480 51st St

4480 51st StSan Diego, CA 92115
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6181 Montezuma Rd
1 Bedroom Apartments

6181 Montezuma Rd

6181 Montezuma RdSan Diego, CA 92115
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4448 Estrella Ave
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4448 Estrella Ave

4448 Estrella AveSan Diego, CA 92115
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4441-4447 51st St
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4441-4447 51st St

4441-4447 51st StSan Diego, CA 92115
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4411 Menlo Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

4411 Menlo Ave

4411 Menlo AveSan Diego, CA 92115
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Aztec Corner
1 Bedroom Apartments

Aztec Corner

5504-5700 Montezuma RdSan Diego, CA 92115
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College Area, San Diego, CA Local Guide

Largest Available College Area 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in the College Area area of San Diego, CA is found at Talmadge Pacific Apartments and is listed at 717 square feet priced from $1,995. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Talmadge Pacific Apartments1 Bedrooom / 1 Bath717 Sq Ft$1,995
Pakeva1x1601 Sq Ft$2,145
Dorado PlazaPlan A570 Sq Ft$1,895
College View1x1563 Sq Ft$2,750
The Plaza Apartments *$2760 OFF MOVE-IN*One Bedroom One Bathroom537 Sq Ft$1,995
Aztec Lofts Apartments6165-04500 Sq Ft$1,895

Cheapest Available College Area 1 Bedroom Apartments

Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit College Area of San Diego, CA is the Plan A Model starting from $1,895 at Dorado Plaza. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in College Area is currently $2,232. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Dorado PlazaPlan A$1,895
Aztec Lofts Apartments6165-04$1,895
The Plaza Apartments *$2760 OFF MOVE-IN*One Bedroom One Bathroom$1,995
Talmadge Pacific Apartments1 Bedrooom / 1 Bath$1,995
Pakeva1x1$2,145
College View1x1$2,750

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
College Area, San Diego, CA

Ranked #89

Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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3.5
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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals in cities across the United States including College Area, San Diego, and the greater San Diego area. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for easy access to the parks, luxury amenities, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom College Area Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in College Area with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in College Area is at Dorado Plaza listed at $1,895.

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 $2,232.

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 717 square feet unit starting from $1,995 at Talmadge Pacific Apartments.

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 690 sq ft.

Expert Rental Resources

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Top 10 Most Affordable Neighborhoods in San Diego: A Local Real Estate Expert Guide

Written by: Hayden Goldberg

Aloha! I’m Hayden, your local San Diego Realtor and relocation expert with ApartmentHomeLiving.com.

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.