1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the College Area San Diego, CA (124 Rentals)

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4465 48th St

San DiegoCA92115

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Winona Towers
1 Bedroom Apartments

Winona Towers

4544 Winona AveSan Diego, CA 92115
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4568 Altadena Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

4568 Altadena Ave

4568 Altadena AveSan Diego, CA 92115
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Alberts College
1 Bedroom Apartments

Alberts College

5460 55th StSan Diego, CA 92115
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Villa Del Cerro
1 Bedroom Apartments

Villa Del Cerro

5737-5787 College AveSan Diego, CA 92120
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4477 48th St
1 Bedroom Apartments

4477 48th St

4477 48th 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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4447 49th St
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4447 49th St

4447 49th 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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Casa del Sol
1 Bedroom Apartments

Casa del Sol

4425 50th StSan Diego, CA 92115
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6175 Montezuma Rd
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6175 Montezuma Rd

6175 Montezuma RdSan Diego, CA 92115
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4492 Estrella Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

4492 Estrella Ave

4492 Estrella AveSan 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
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4478 N 48th St

4478 N 48th StSan Diego, CA 92115

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4437 51st St
1 Bedroom Apartments

4437 51st St

4437 51st StSan 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
1 Bedroom Apartments

4455 50th St

4455 50th StSan Diego, CA 92115
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4471 48th St
1 Bedroom Apartments

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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4518 Alice St
1 Bedroom Apartments

4518 Alice St

4518 Alice StSan Diego, CA 92115

San Diego's Best Affordable Neighborhoods

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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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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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4441-4447 51st St
1 Bedroom Apartments

4441-4447 51st St

4441-4447 51st StSan Diego, CA 92115
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4475 Winona Ave
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4475 Winona Ave

4475 Winona AveSan Diego, CA 92115
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4424 47th St
1 Bedroom Apartments

4424 47th St

4424 47th StSan Diego, CA 92115

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 Vista Capri East and is listed at 600 square feet priced from $1,695. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Vista Capri East1BR's No Patio600 Sq Ft$1,695
Dorado PlazaPlan A570 Sq Ft$1,870
College View1x1563 Sq Ft$2,750
The Plaza ApartmentsPlan A555 Sq Ft$2,120
Aztec Lofts Apartments1x1 Renovation500 Sq Ft$2,195

Cheapest Available College Area 1 Bedroom Apartments

Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit College Area of San Diego, CA is the 1BR's No Patio Model starting from $1,695 at Vista Capri East. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in College Area is currently $2,058. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Vista Capri East1BR's No Patio$1,695
Dorado PlazaPlan A$1,870
The Plaza ApartmentsPlan A$2,120
Aztec Lofts Apartments1x1 Renovation$2,195
College View1x1$2,750

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
College Area, San Diego, CA

Ranked #82

Among neighborhoods in San Diego, CA 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 Vista Capri East listed at $1,695.

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 $2,058.

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 600 square feet unit starting from $1,695 at Vista Capri East.

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 693 sq ft.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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

Written by: Hayden Goldberg

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.